Holy Communion Bread (Hosts/Wafers) by North East Church Supplies "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. 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. Here at NECS we offer our Altar Breads in both white and wholemeal and all feature sealed edges and single cross pattern design where applicable. A massive selection of Communion Bread is available via our website but this listing concentrates on the most popular as follows: 1 1/8" in white and wholemeal Consumed by the congregation at the Holy Mass / Service. Standard size (29mm) In jars and boxes of 1000 (Jars contain 1000 pcs / boxes contain 2 x packs of 500pcs - white only, the wholemeal contains 10 x rolls of 100pcs) 1 3/8" in white and wholemeal As above, but slightly larger host in terms of size (35mm) In jars of 1000 and boxes of 1000 2 3/4" in white and wholemeal Used by the celebrant Priest/Vicar/Minister In boxes of 50 5 3/4" in white Kyro Desig n Concelebration Host used by the main celebrant and other co-celebrants at the main altar. Useful for large services where multiple clergy are at the main altar Available in 13.5cm and small 9cm sies for concelebrants Manufactured using a special process which ensures minimum crumbs. Sealed just minutes after baking then placed in a simple, attractive box. (where applicable). NOT SUITABLE FOR THOSE WITH A GLUTEN INTOLLERANCE (See other listings for Low Gluten Altar Breads for the people and celebrants)