HOS II Unit 7 Flashcards
Biggest difference between Catholics and other Christians
our reverence for the Eucharist
Why is the Eucharist so important for Catholics
It brings together in a single ritual all the aspects of Catholic faith
In our celebration of the Eucharist we are united with
The Communion of Saints who are praising God on Earth and Heaven
The Passover comes from
Exodus
The Paschal Lamb in the Passover symbolizes
Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God
The Eucharist in the NT
Role of meals on Jesus’ ministry, Multiplication of Loaves & fish, bread of life Discourse, Last Supper - Paschal Image
What do Catholics believe about the Eucharist
The Eucharist is the Real Body and Blood of Jesus Christ
Eucharist means
Thanksgiving
When recieving the Eucharist we…
Remember these events but also participate in them
Transubstantiation
substance changes but appearance (accidents) remain
Who says, “If its a symbol, to hell with it.”
Flannery O’Connor
Matter of the Eucharistic Rite
Unleaven Bread + Grape Wine
Form of the Eucharistic Rite
“This is my body” “This is …. my blood”
Minister of the Eucharistic Rite
Bishops and Priests can consecrate, no EM
Bishops and Priests are OM for distribution. EM for distribution can be a layperson
alb
long white garmet that can be used by all liturgical ministers