Baptists and the Communion of Saints: A Theology Covenanted Disciples

Reframing communion within a theology of covenant enables the affirmation of the practice of prayer and mutual support with faithful disciples, both alive and dead. Such a covenantal understanding of communion avoids an unhealthy obsession with communication with those who have died. thus makes a significant and practical difference in the way Baptists understand the nature of the church, prepare their worship, care for the dying and the bereaved, go on spiritual journeys, and celebrate baptism and the Lord's Supper.