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Beyond merely recalling past events, what does the Eucharist primarily achieve according to the provided information?
Beyond merely recalling past events, what does the Eucharist primarily achieve according to the provided information?
- It provides a tangible reminder of moral teachings and ethical conduct.
- It re-presents the death and resurrection of Jesus, renewing His sacrifice. (correct)
- It offers a symbolic representation of Church history.
- It serves as a focal point for community gatherings and social interaction.
What specific elements did Jesus choose for the Eucharist, setting it apart from the variety of breads used worldwide?
What specific elements did Jesus choose for the Eucharist, setting it apart from the variety of breads used worldwide?
- Bread made with various flours and fruit wine.
- A selection of the finest breads and aged wines from the region.
- Unleavened bread and spring water.
- Plain bread made only from wheat and water and grape wine. (correct)
How do the bread and wine used in the Eucharist transform into the Body and Blood of Jesus?
How do the bread and wine used in the Eucharist transform into the Body and Blood of Jesus?
- Through a natural process occurring over time.
- Through the blending of the elements with holy water.
- Through a blessing by the community elders during Mass.
- Through the priest's words and the power of the Holy Spirit. (correct)
According to the Catechism, what role does the Eucharist play in the Church?
According to the Catechism, what role does the Eucharist play in the Church?
What is the significance of Jesus being 'wholly present, God and man' within the Eucharist?
What is the significance of Jesus being 'wholly present, God and man' within the Eucharist?
What does 'Eucharist' mean?
What does 'Eucharist' mean?
The event known as 'The Last Supper' took place the night after Jesus died.
The event known as 'The Last Supper' took place the night after Jesus died.
What is the term for the changing of the bread and wine into the body and blood of Jesus?
What is the term for the changing of the bread and wine into the body and blood of Jesus?
According to Christian belief, during Mass, Jesus, acting as our high __________, offers himself to the Father under the forms of bread and wine.
According to Christian belief, during Mass, Jesus, acting as our high __________, offers himself to the Father under the forms of bread and wine.
Match the following phrases with which element of the Last Supper (or its significance) they are directly associated:
Match the following phrases with which element of the Last Supper (or its significance) they are directly associated:
What is the Eucharist also known as?
What is the Eucharist also known as?
The consecrated hosts are stored in a place of honor called the altar.
The consecrated hosts are stored in a place of honor called the altar.
According to the passage, what does Communion foreshadow?
According to the passage, what does Communion foreshadow?
The priest wears special clothes called _______.
The priest wears special clothes called _______.
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between the individual and Jesus during Holy Communion, as per the passage?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between the individual and Jesus during Holy Communion, as per the passage?
What are the two main parts of the Mass?
What are the two main parts of the Mass?
During the Mass, bread and wine are offered as symbolic gestures and remain bread and wine.
During the Mass, bread and wine are offered as symbolic gestures and remain bread and wine.
What does the church believe happens to the bread and wine during the Eucharist?
What does the church believe happens to the bread and wine during the Eucharist?
Giuseppe Sarto, later known as Pope Pius X, was originally assigned to teach at the __________ after being called to work for the poor.
Giuseppe Sarto, later known as Pope Pius X, was originally assigned to teach at the __________ after being called to work for the poor.
If the Liturgy of the Eucharist is a re-enactment of the Last Supper, what theological problem is posed by Vatican II's Sacrosanctum Concilium, which states that '...the rites should be distinguished by a noble simplicity; they should be short, clear, and unencumbered by any useless repetitions; they should be within the people's powers of comprehension, and normally should not require much explanation' ?
If the Liturgy of the Eucharist is a re-enactment of the Last Supper, what theological problem is posed by Vatican II's Sacrosanctum Concilium, which states that '...the rites should be distinguished by a noble simplicity; they should be short, clear, and unencumbered by any useless repetitions; they should be within the people's powers of comprehension, and normally should not require much explanation' ?
What is the traditional practice regarding food and drink before receiving Communion?
What is the traditional practice regarding food and drink before receiving Communion?
Only those free from all sin are permitted to receive Communion in the Catholic Church.
Only those free from all sin are permitted to receive Communion in the Catholic Church.
According to the scripture link provided, what miracle foreshadows the Eucharist?
According to the scripture link provided, what miracle foreshadows the Eucharist?
When the priest or other minister says, 'The Body of Christ,' the congregation responds, '______'.
When the priest or other minister says, 'The Body of Christ,' the congregation responds, '______'.
In the story of the Multiplication of Loaves, what detail emphasizes both the abundance provided by Jesus and a lesson in avoiding unnecessary waste?
In the story of the Multiplication of Loaves, what detail emphasizes both the abundance provided by Jesus and a lesson in avoiding unnecessary waste?
Flashcards
What is the Eucharist?
What is the Eucharist?
The Eucharist is a memorial of the death and resurrection of Jesus, re-presenting His sacrifice. It's a means of Church unity and holiness as we share the Body and Blood of Jesus.
What elements did Jesus choose for the Eucharist?
What elements did Jesus choose for the Eucharist?
Jesus chose plain bread made only from wheat and water, and grape wine for the Eucharist.
How does bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus?
How does bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus?
At Mass, the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus through the priest's words and the power of the Holy Spirit.
How is Jesus present in the Eucharist?
How is Jesus present in the Eucharist?
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Eucharist sustains the church
Eucharist sustains the church
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Transubstantiation
Transubstantiation
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Worship at Mass
Worship at Mass
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Jesus' Institution of Eucharist
Jesus' Institution of Eucharist
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Importance of the Eucharist
Importance of the Eucharist
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Blessed Sacrament
Blessed Sacrament
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Tabernacle
Tabernacle
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Altar
Altar
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Vestments
Vestments
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Ciborium
Ciborium
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What are the main parts of the Mass?
What are the main parts of the Mass?
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What do we do in Mass to start?
What do we do in Mass to start?
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What is the purpose for being sent from Mass?
What is the purpose for being sent from Mass?
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Why are bread and wine brought to the altar?
Why are bread and wine brought to the altar?
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Origin of the word 'Mass'?
Origin of the word 'Mass'?
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Eucharistic Fasting
Eucharistic Fasting
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Who can receive Communion?
Who can receive Communion?
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How do we receive Communion?
How do we receive Communion?
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The Multiplication of Loaves
The Multiplication of Loaves
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Loaves and Eucharist
Loaves and Eucharist
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Study Notes
Communion
- Jesus becomes food.
- When the sacred bread is consumed and the sacred wine is drunk, Jesus is united.
- No union is more complete.
- In Communion, followers become more like Jesus.
- Everyone who receives Communion receives the same Jesus.
- Everyone is united with Church members globally.
- The Church is called the Body of Christ.
- Jesus nourishes, strengthens, and unites the Church through the eucharistic banquet.
- Communion is a foretaste of heaven, where all will be united with God.
Did You Know?
- The Eucharist is also called the Blessed Sacrament.
- After Mass, remaining consecrated hosts are kept in the tabernacle.
- The tabernacle is a special place of honor.
- Holy Communion can be taken to the sick from the tabernacle.
- Jesus can be adored in the Blessed Sacrament by visiting Him.
BTW
- The table the sacrifice is offered on is an altar.
- Priests wear special clothes called vestments.
- Vestments include a white robe (alb), a band of cloth over the shoulders (stole), and a flowing outer garment (chasuble).
- The container for the hosts is a ciborium.
- The cup for the wine is a chalice.
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