The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 185: Thanksgiving, Memorial, Presence (2025)
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Jul 4, 2025 Explore the transformative nature of the Eucharist as a sacrificial memorial of thanksgiving to God. Delve into the biblical stories of Cain, Abel, Moses, and Pharaoh, emphasizing the freedom to worship. Discover how true worship involves offering to God what He desires, rather than personal preferences. Uncover the profound significance of participating in the Mass as a divine invitation that fosters communal connection, highlighting the role of each individual in enriching the worship experience.
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Eucharist as Sacrificial Memorial
- The Eucharist is the memorial of Christ's sacrifice, offering to God what He originally gave us.
- It is thanksgiving, praise, and true worship through sacrifice and the real presence of Christ.
Worship as Giving God What He Wants
- True worship is giving God what He wants, not just what we want.
- Moses' request to Pharaoh shows we don't know God's desires precisely but seek to obey Him fully.
God Cares About Our Mass Attendance
- God cares deeply whether we attend Mass and participate in the Eucharist.
- Our presence or absence changes the worship and matters to God personally.