` Seven Reasons why Lutheran Congregations Should Use the Chalice Instead of Individual Cups

Seven Reasons why Lutheran Congregations Should Use the Chalice Instead of Individual Cups



  1. It follows the practice of Jesus in the Institution of the Lord’s Supper.
  2. It follows the practice of the Early Church all the way up to the early/mid twentieth century.Excursus:
    • A brief history of individual cups.
  3. It follows the practice of the Old Testament.
  4. It symbolizes the unity of the Church.
  5. The precious metals of the sacred vessels reflect our care and love for Jesus body and blood more than individual plastic cups. 
    • Lex orandi, lex credendi (As the church worships and prays, so she believes)
  6. It is more sanitary.
  7. It is less work for the Altar Guild!

Pentecost 2005  
Pastor Todd Peperkorn, STM




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