Eucharist Flashcards
When was the Eucharist first instituted
The Last Supper
What is the Eucharist/the host
The body of Christ
Who can receive the Eachurist
People who have been baptized into the Catholic Church
What is transubstantiation
The change that occurs when bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ
What is consecration
The action of the priest to make the change into the body/blood
Who can consecrate the host
A priest or higher ranked clergymen
Who can give out a host
Priests, deacons, sisters, etc
How often do we receive the body of Christ
Weekly but you can take every day at the most
Why do we take Holy communion every Sunday
Because Jesus was rose from the dead on a Sunday, it is also the lords day, receiving the Eucharist weekly keeps your soul healthy
When we receive Holy Communion and say, “ Amen,” what are we saying
I believe this is the body of Christ
Do this in memory of me for this is my body and blood which will be given up for you and for many
Do this in memory of me for this is my body and blood which will be given up for you and for many
Where are consecrated hosts kept
Consecrated Hosts are kept in the tabernacle
How long do we avoid food/drinks before communion
1 hour
What are two ways to receive communion
Tongue and hands
What is in the Eucharist
Body, blood, soul, & divinity are in the Eucharist
