Monthly Archives: June 2022

CONCLUDING RITES Final Blessing Announcements can be made, especially on Sundays. Given that the Eucharist is the Risen Christ, the old maxim takes on a heightened significance, “You are what you eat.” Our spiritual food is transformative. Priest and congregants … Continue reading →

Communion Antiphon or Hymn The Communion Antiphons are variable like the Introits or Entrance Antiphons (with the propers), either weekly during Ordinary time or daily during Lent, Easter, Advent, Christmas, sanctoral celebrations and special votive liturgies. Here is a sample … Continue reading →

We are instructed to be in a state of grace for the sacrament.  We are to fast from food and beverage for one hour before Communion.  This does not include water and medicine.  We are permitted to take the sacrament … Continue reading →

The invitation to Communion appeals to the notion of oblation or of the “lamb” being the sacrament of Jesus Christ. After a genuflection, the priest holds the sacred host slightly above the paten or chalice while facing the people and … Continue reading →