"During its administration, the body of Christ is given to you in particular with the bread, and the blood with the wine; while you in particular are told that His body was given for you and His blood shed for you. This is done so that you do not doubt, but appreciate this sacrifice as your very own, because it is placed into your mouth and made your own, to eat and drink for yourself only" (Luther). At the same time that we individually receive His gift, we testify together that we are united in doctrine. For this reason, we practice close communion; and guests who desire to commune are asked to speak with the pastor during the week prior to the service.