Why Do Anglicans Use Real Wine at Communion? episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 1, 2025 · 6 MIN

Why Do Anglicans Use Real Wine at Communion?

from Anglican Church of the Incarnation - Richmond, Virginia · host Church of the Incarnation, Richmond, Virginia

Why do Anglicans use real wine at Communion rather than grape juice? In this edition of Ask the Church, we trace the story from the temperance movement and the invention of pasteurization, to the historical reasons Port became common in Anglican churches. We also address the question of what to do if you struggle with alcohol or gluten, and discuss why, if receiving only bread or only wine, we still participate fully in Communion.📩 Have a question for a future episode? Email [email protected]🎥 Like, Follow, and Subscribe to keep up with future episodes and answers to your questions about theology, church practice, and worship from an orthodox Anglican perspective.⛪ Church of the Incarnation is an Anglican (ACNA) parish in western Henrico, Virginia, committed to: 📖 Biblical teaching for both head and heart 🕯️ Spiritual formation through liturgy and sacrament 🙏 A shared life of prayer and discipleship for all ages🌐 Learn more: https://incarnationrichmond.org

Why do Anglicans use real wine at Communion rather than grape juice? In this edition of Ask the Church, we trace the story from the temperance movement and the invention of pasteurization, to the historical reasons Port became common in Anglican churches. We also address the question of what to do if you struggle with alcohol or gluten, and discuss why, if receiving only bread or only wine, we still participate fully in Communion. Have a question for a future episode? Email [email protected] Like, Follow, and Subscribe to keep up with future episodes and answers to your questions about theology, church practice, and worship from an orthodox Anglican perspective. Church of the Incarnation is an Anglican (ACNA) parish in western Henrico, Virginia, committed to: Biblical teaching for both head and heart, Spiritual formation through liturgy and sacrament, and A shared life of prayer and discipleship for all ages Learn more: https://incarnationrichmond.org

NOW PLAYING

Why Do Anglicans Use Real Wine at Communion?

0:00 6:20

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Anglican Church of the Incarnation - Richmond, Virginia?

This episode is 6 minutes long.

When was this Anglican Church of the Incarnation - Richmond, Virginia episode published?

This episode was published on October 1, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Why do Anglicans use real wine at Communion rather than grape juice? In this edition of Ask the Church, we trace the story from the temperance movement and the invention of pasteurization, to the historical reasons Port became common in Anglican...

Can I download this Anglican Church of the Incarnation - Richmond, Virginia episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!