Christian Traditions

noun a Christian ceremony in which a baby is baptized and given a name

• The christening ceremony was held at the local church.
• I can't wait to attend the christening party this weekend.
• I heard the christening was lit!
• The christening of the new building marked a fresh start for the company.

noun a Christian religious ceremony in which bread and wine are consecrated and consumed as symbols of the body and blood of Jesus Christ

• The Holy Communion is a sacred ritual in the Catholic Church.
• I always feel at peace after receiving Holy Communion during mass.
• Dude, I can't make it to brunch today, I have to go for Holy Communion.
• For some, receiving Holy Communion is like a spiritual recharge.