holy kiss either metaphorically (in that members extend a pure, warm welcome that is referred to as a holy kiss) or literally (in that members kiss one another). Anabaptism The holy kiss is particularly important among many Anabaptist denominations. These groups include the Apostolic Christian Church, the Amish, the Schwarzenau Brethren, and many conservative Mennonite Churches including the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. See also Right Hand of Fellowship Kiss of Judas Pax (liturgy) Pax (liturgical object), an object formerly kissed as a substitute during Catholic masses Socialist fraternal kiss References External links Kiss, Holy in Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online Kiss – Catholic Encyclopedia Greetings Christian symbols Religion and peace Mass (liturgy) Biblical phrases Anabaptism Christian terminology Peace