World Communion Sunday: A Celebration of Unity in Diversity
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
written by Kelly McGinn
World Communion Sunday is a special day celebrated by Christian churches around the globe, emphasizing the deep connection we share through the sacrament of communion. Though we come from many countries, cultures, and traditions, this day reminds us that we are one body in Christ. The tradition of communion - breaking bread and sharing the cup - goes beyond borders, languages, and denominations, uniting us in the love and grace of Jesus.
This year, Pinnacle Kids had a powerful hands-on experience of this unity and diversity in last Sunday’s class. They were invited to sample nearly 20 different kinds of bread from around the world (well, Safeway and Whole Foods.) Each bread had its own unique shape, texture, color, and taste - some soft, others crusty; some sweet, others savory. As they explored the breads, the children reflected on how people are also wonderfully different - different shades, different cultures, different languages, different stories.
The lesson deepened as they looked at a world map and found the countries each bread came from - France, Ethiopia, Mexico, India, and many more. As they connected each bread to its place of origin, they discovered that though we may look, speak, or live differently, we are all created in God's image. It became not just a lesson in geography, but a celebration of the beautiful tapestry of humanity.
The children then looked at themselves and one another. “How do I look different from my friend? What makes me unique?” These questions led to a beautiful moment of sharing, respect, and wonder. They saw that just as each bread is special and essential to the table, so is every person - each one loved and valued by God.
World Communion Sunday reminds us that God's table is wide and welcoming. It’s a powerful image of the Kingdom of God—where people from every nation gather together in peace, love, and fellowship. Through the simple yet sacred act of sharing bread, we learn that diversity is not something to fear, but something to celebrate. It was a very special day at Pinnacle Kids and I was honored to be a part of it.