In reply to Peter Boudewyn.

Peter,

Thank you for the comment. Let me offer a few clarifications to ensure our language remains precise. The Lord bestows the authority to consecrate the bread and wine. The exercises this authority publicly through the office of the ministry; pastors therefore administer the Lord's Supper. That is, they consecrate and distribute Christ's body and blood. Further note: the bread and wine do not change into the body and blood of Christ. But in the Lord's Supper, both body and blood as well as bread and wine are present. What is received in the mouth is both bread and body along with wine and blood.

Just a few clarifications. And, indeed, you are correct: We proclaim Christ's death as we partake of His Supper. Praise the Lord for His gifts!