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Eucharist

 

The Sacrament of Eucharist, also known as "Holy Communion", is the third of the Sacraments of Initiation. Even though we are required to receive Communion at least once per year (our Easter Duty), and the Church urges us to receive Communion frequently (even daily, if possible), it is called a Sacrament of Initiation because, like Baptism and Confirmation, it brings us into the fullness of our life in Christ.

 

In Holy Communion, we are eating the True Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, without which "you shall not have life in you" (John 6:53).

 

If we are aware of having committed a grave or mortal sin, we are invited to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation first.

 

For more information, contact the parish office.

 

Introduction to Eucharist - videos