The John-Henry Westen Show

5 Reasons Why Catholics Should NEVER Receive Communion in the Hand

May 13, 2024
Exploring the significance of receiving Communion on the tongue with reverence, drawing parallels to the sacredness of the Ark of the Covenant. Discussing the challenges and concerns raised by a Catholic philosopher regarding desecration and advocating for increased reverence through reception on the tongue. Delving into historical and doctrinal reasons for promoting Communion on the tongue and kneeling, emphasizing the importance of preserving Eucharistic fragments and addressing controversies surrounding communion practices during the coronavirus pandemic.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Exploring the Sacredness of the Ark and its Modern Parallels
02:35 • 3min
3
Reflections on Communion in the Hand from a Catholic Philosopher
06:02 • 3min
4
Reverence in Reception: Holy Communion on the Tongue
08:48 • 17min
5
Controversy Surrounding Communion Practices in Relation to the Coronavirus Pandemic
25:54 • 3min
6
Preserving the Eucharistic Fragments
28:30 • 21min