Communionable

/kəˈmjuːnjənəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of or worthy of participating in communion; able to share in religious sacraments or intimate connection.

Etymology

From 'communion' plus -able (capable of). Primarily theological, used since medieval Christian writings.

Kelly Says

Churches use 'communionable' to determine who's eligible for Communion—historically, this excluded women, divorced people, and LGBTQ+ individuals, making this innocent-sounding word carry serious power in determining religious belonging.

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