The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word COMMUNION
C
O
M
M
U
N
I
O
N
More clues leading to the result COMMUNION
Buddy explains!

The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does COMMUNION mean?
COMMUNION noun- A joining together of minds or spirits.
- Holy Communion
- A form of ecclesiastical unity between the Roman Church and another, so that the latter is considered part of the former.