The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 186: The Sacrificial Memorial (2025)
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Jul 5, 2025 The podcast dives into the profound meaning of the Eucharist as a sacrificial memorial. Fr. Mike emphasizes that the Mass allows us to participate in Christ's single, unifying sacrifice. He describes the Eucharist as both noun and verb, illustrating its dynamic role in worship. The discussion connects individual beliefs with communal celebration, highlighting the deep relationship between sacrifice and faith.
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Eucharist as One Single Sacrifice
- The Eucharist is a single sacrifice making present Christ's unique sacrifice on the cross.
- It unites Christ's sacrifice with the Church, his body, offered to the Father eternally.
Participate in the Mass Fully
- Never skip Mass since your participation glorifies God and sanctifies the world.
- Your presence helps fulfill the offering of Christ's sacrifice and strengthens the body of Christ.
Understanding Transubstantiation
- Transubstantiation changes the substance of bread and wine into Christ's body and blood.
- Though appearances remain, the Eucharist is truly the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus.
