The breaking of bread (Lord's Supper) is central to Brethren identity and is observed weekly in most assemblies as a memorial of Christ's death and expression of communion. Baptism is practiced by immersion of believing individuals—not infants—as a public witness to conversion. Neither ordinance is sacramental in the sense of conveying grace through the act; they are understood as symbolic acts of obedience and testimony. Critically, no ordained clergy are required to administer these ordinances—any believer may lead or participate. This democratization of the ordinances reflects Brethren theology of the priesthood of all believers.