Holy Communion Bread (Hosts/Wafers)

by North East Church Supplies

 

Round 1 3/8" single cross LOW GLUTEN HOSTS

Our NECS round cut hosts are supplied in a sealed lid jar of 50 qty, with single cross design.

 

Suitable for gluten intolerance

 

"Sacramental bread, sometimes called the Lamb, Host or simply Communion Bread,

is the bread which is used in the Christian ritual of the Eucharist"

 

 

A host is a portion of bread used for Holy Communion in many Christian churches.

In Western Christianity the host is often a thin, round unleavened wafer.

 

We are one of only a few suppliers being able to offer Gluten Free hosts for celebrant's in two different sizes/styles and being CANON LAW CERTIFIED.  These altar breads are hand-baked and among the finest and freshest in the world. Made from gluten free flour (Wheatex 9010 special) with pure artesian water.

Complies with the Internationale Vindicate for gluten free products in accordance with the Codex Alimentarius.  The breads are packed in a heavy duty, reusable container which features a lip and groove closure to guarantee the breads are oven-fresh when you receive them.

The word 'host' is derived from the Latin, hostia, which means 'sacrifice'. The term can be used to describe the bread both before and after consecration, though it is more correct to use it after consecration - "altar bread" being preferred before consecration. Western theology teaches that at the Words of Institution the bread is changed or altered (known as either transubstantiation or transignification according to tradition or denomination) into the Body of Christ, while Eastern theology sees the epiclesis as no less necessary.