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Catechism References
Body and Blood of Christ (Year B)
The Blessed Trinity: Revelation, Theology, and Devotion
Central Idea: The Holy Eucharist
Doctrine: The Real Presence of Christ in the Holy Eucharist
Practical application: Worthy Reception of the Holy Eucharist
The U.S. bishops call us to prepare for worthy reception of Communion.
Remote preparation for Communion includes “regular prayer and reading of Scripture, the faithful and loving fulfillment of the daily responsibilities of our state in life, and regular participation in the Sacrament of Penance, including daily repentance of sin by an examination of conscience and recitation of the Act of Contrition.”
“[P]roximate preparation includes our prayerful recollection as we come to Mass and fasting from food and drink for at least one hour prior to receiving Holy Communion as our health and age permit. . . . Proximate preparation also includes dressing appropriately and modestly.”
Homiletic Directory
- CCC 790, 1003, 1322-1419: the Holy Eucharist
- CCC 805, 950, 2181-2182, 2637, 2845: the Eucharist and the communion of believers
- CCC 1212, 1275, 1436, 2837: the Eucharist as spiritual food
The paragraphs were chosen either because they cite or allude to the specific readings, or because they treat topics found in the readings.
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