I often read the words of the Sacrament hymns while the Sacrament is passed. It helps me to stay focused, and to really think about the deeper meanings of the lyrics. It has been a wonderful tool to draw me closer to the Savior and to remember Him.
Rochelle HaleMarch 25, 2026
I forgot to mention that "As Now We Take the Sacrament" is my favorite hymn. With a few minor word changes, it is an excellent song for a funeral to share a final testimony of Jesus Christ, His teachings, and the way [we] tried to live our lives.
Rochelle haleMarch 25, 2026
The sacrament is such an integral part of our Sabbath worship as we draw closer to Christ, reflect on His countless examples, remember our own covenants, and strive to always improve. A few weeks ago we attended a memorial on a Sunday for a relative who passed away. She had been a leader in many civic organizations, was an author and businesswoman, had worked as a realtor, and had become adept at riding motorcycles and flying small planes. Even when she moved to a retirement home, many people depended on her. Friends and colleagues gathered from many states to pay tribute. Because of the schedule we were not able to attend our own church services that day. The gathering for our relative opened with prayer and a blessing on the food, and the meeting was closed in prayer as well. People were considerate and well-groomed as we listened to wonderful stories and tributes. It almost felt like church, but something was definitely missing -- partaking of the sacrament and renewing our covenants. I prayed several times that day that my heart would be in tune with the Lord, that my attitude would be the same as if I had been able to attend church that day. Partaking of the sacrament the following week was even more meaningful.
KirkMarch 25, 2026
Thank you for the article! I experienced a similar sacrament meeting in my Idaho ward when I was a child. It made a big impression! Also, personalization of the pronouns in the sacrament is something I try to do as well. Your article and thoughts resonate with me today.
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MaryannMarch 30, 2026
I often read the words of the Sacrament hymns while the Sacrament is passed. It helps me to stay focused, and to really think about the deeper meanings of the lyrics. It has been a wonderful tool to draw me closer to the Savior and to remember Him.
Rochelle HaleMarch 25, 2026
I forgot to mention that "As Now We Take the Sacrament" is my favorite hymn. With a few minor word changes, it is an excellent song for a funeral to share a final testimony of Jesus Christ, His teachings, and the way [we] tried to live our lives.
Rochelle haleMarch 25, 2026
The sacrament is such an integral part of our Sabbath worship as we draw closer to Christ, reflect on His countless examples, remember our own covenants, and strive to always improve. A few weeks ago we attended a memorial on a Sunday for a relative who passed away. She had been a leader in many civic organizations, was an author and businesswoman, had worked as a realtor, and had become adept at riding motorcycles and flying small planes. Even when she moved to a retirement home, many people depended on her. Friends and colleagues gathered from many states to pay tribute. Because of the schedule we were not able to attend our own church services that day. The gathering for our relative opened with prayer and a blessing on the food, and the meeting was closed in prayer as well. People were considerate and well-groomed as we listened to wonderful stories and tributes. It almost felt like church, but something was definitely missing -- partaking of the sacrament and renewing our covenants. I prayed several times that day that my heart would be in tune with the Lord, that my attitude would be the same as if I had been able to attend church that day. Partaking of the sacrament the following week was even more meaningful.
KirkMarch 25, 2026
Thank you for the article! I experienced a similar sacrament meeting in my Idaho ward when I was a child. It made a big impression! Also, personalization of the pronouns in the sacrament is something I try to do as well. Your article and thoughts resonate with me today.
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