The Thomistic Institute Your Eucharistic Identity – Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Nov 18, 2025
Fr. Gregory Pine explores the depth of our Eucharistic identity, emphasizing the importance of sacraments as visible signs of invisible grace. He discusses how defining ourselves against others leads to a distorted self-image, and elucidates Catholic teachings on justification and the transformative power of the Eucharist. Pine highlights how the Mass re-presents Christ's sacrifice, ignites charity, and fosters a sense of belonging within the mystical body of Christ. He underscores that our graces are intentional and meant to cultivate a deeper relationship with God.
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Sacraments Make God Present
- Sacraments are visible signs that truly confer grace by making divine realities present to us.
- Paying attention to sacramental signs lets us receive the divine life God descends to share.
Show Up And Pray Daily
- Show up to sacramental worship consistently; presence itself is a primary form of love and prayer.
- Make daily prayer a habit, preferably first thing in the morning, to sustain perseverance.
Hospital Visit Humility
- Fr. Gregory recalls friars visiting a hospitalized brother expecting mystical transports but encountering ordinary moments like sleep.
- He uses this to illustrate that love and presence, not perfection, matter most in caring and worship.
