Since we have returned to the practice of receiving Communion from the chalice, some people have also asked about the practice of intinction. Intinction is the means of receiving Communion by dipping the host into the consecrated wine. It is not the preferred means of receiving Communion (receiving each form of Communion separately is preferred), … Continue reading Receiving Communion from the chalice
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If you are ever fortunate to visit Rome, you will no doubt visit many churches. There was one church in Rome (perhaps it still is so) where visitors were politely reminded on repeat through the PA system, “Shhh… silenzio. Shhh… silenzio, per favore” (silence please). Elijah on Mount Horeb (detail) by late parishioner Bill Casey. … Continue reading Silenzio, per favore
Starting at the Mass of the Supper of the Lord on Holy Thursday, we will return to offering Communion from the chalice. This will be a return to what was common practice within our parish before COVID-19 restrictions were first put in place. Some parishioners will have received Communion from the chalice before restrictions were … Continue reading Must I receive Communion from the chalice?
Starting at the Mass of the Supper of the Lord on Holy Thursday, we will return to offering Communion from the chalice. This will be a return to what was common practice within our parish before COVID-19 restrictions were first put in place. While Communion from the chalice was historically withdrawn from the assembly for … Continue reading Why we are Restoring Communion from the Chalice
At the Last Supper, Jesus commanded the disciples to eat his body and drink his blood in his memory. Ever since, the Catholic Church has gathered together to worship God and fulfil this command. The Eucharist nourishes us and transforms us so that we may be the body of Christ to the world. For many … Continue reading Restoring Communion from the Chalice
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