Catholic Bible Study
Luminous Mysteries: Institution of the Eucharist
Jan 4, 2024
The podcast discusses the significance of the institution of the Eucharist and its connection to the Paschal mystery. It explores the concept of covenant, its relation to the Eucharist and communion, and the ongoing Bible study on the mysteries of the rosary.
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- The Mass is a participation in Jesus' death and resurrection, uniting believers to the one sacrifice of Christ for all time.
- The Eucharist is a spiritual meal that invites believers to a spiritual communion with God.
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The Luminous Mysteries and their Significance
The podcast discusses the Luminous Mysteries, which were recommended by Pope St. John Paul II in 2002. These mysteries, situated between the joyful and sorrowful mysteries, are called mysteries of light, symbolizing divine revelation and spiritual enlightenment. The fifth and final mystery in the series is the institution of the Eucharist, which is explained as the establishment of a practice that lasts until the second coming. While the Eucharist is often misunderstood as a repeated sacrifice, it is clarified that the Mass is a participation in Jesus' death and resurrection, uniting believers to the one sacrifice of Christ for all time.
