The Cordial Catholic 127: The Prayers, Actions, and Meaning of the Mass - Part 2 (w/ Jeffrey Pinyan)
Sep 15, 2021
Join Jeffrey Pinyan, a software developer and author of *Praying the Mass*, as he unpacks the Liturgy of the Eucharist. He shares insights into the significance of the bread and wine, revealing their deep connection to Jesus and the human experience. Explore the role of incense as a symbol of prayers rising to God, and the historical ties between the Mass and the Book of Revelation. Pinyan emphasizes the profound impact of engaging with the Eucharist, urging participants to embrace their mission as active contributors to worship.
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Embrace Mass Symbolism Slowly
- Don't expect to grasp all the symbolism at once when attending Mass.
- Attend often and observe slowly to appreciate the liturgy's richness.
Mass as Heavenly Worship
- The Eucharistic Prayer includes the congregation's participation, linking us to heavenly worship.
- Singing "holy, holy, holy" connects earthly Mass with heavenly angels and the Lamb who was slain.
Meaning of the Consecration
- Consecration separates bread and wine, symbolizing Christ's death but in present tense to make sacrifice present.
- Elevation of elements is a showing for the people, not the moment of offering to God.
