At what age can my child attend Communion?

Any age! United Methodists practice an "open table." We do not exclude persons based on age or religious tradition. We do understand that the concept of Communion is a tough topic (even for adults). For this reason, when the communion servers go to children, they may not say the formal phrase "The Body of Christ..." but rather a more age appropriate saying like "This means that God loves you very much." Younger children are literal and talking about the 'body' of Christ and eating is weird! Instead focus on this wonderful tradition ritual of our church. Help your child feel comfortabe even when standing in line, quietly explain what is happening. If you are going to pray after being served, prepare them for this quiet moment by telling them 'let's pray for a second' (but keep it quick for their sake).

One child called Communion 'Snack Time' in worship. Not an altogether bad idea, it is a community of God's children gathered for a meal, just like in Sunday School.

Communion is taught throughout the year in Sunday School as well as extensively during Confirmation Classes.