Carmel Bulletin, 19 June 2022 Today we celebrate the solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ. It is a time for us to recall and celebrate our belief that our God is present in the Eucharist that we receive. The Eucharist we receive, of course, becomes the Body and Blood of Jesus through our … Continue reading Receiving Communion at Mass
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This weekend, the Church in Australia celebrates the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. It takes on particular significance this year, given that our weekly celebration of the Eucharist has been put on hold due to coronavirus restrictions. Reflecting on this experience gives us an opportunity to more deeply appreciate what … Continue reading Three Things About the Eucharist We’ve Learnt from COVID-19
Carmel Bulletin, 16 March 2014 When we look at the actions we engage in as an assembly, tasting is a rather specific one. It is one of the few actions that relate to one part of the Mass. The action of tasting reminds us that “in the liturgy the sanctification of humankind is signified by … Continue reading We Taste
This week, we have held formation workshops for our Ministers of Communion. Every year, our ministers share matters that they wish they could share with you. So this week, we have the first of a series we’re calling: Things Communion Ministers Want You to Know 1. Receive Communion under both kinds Our ministers understand that … Continue reading 8/11/09 – Things Communion Ministers Want You to Know #1
On 15 August, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a Holy Day of Obligation. “I didn’t think we had those any more!” I hear you say. Well, we still do. What’s more, we shouldn’t see them as a burden, but rather an opportunity to celebrate some … Continue reading 5/8/07 – Holy Days of Obligation
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