The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 162: Where the Liturgy Is Celebrated (2025)
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Jun 11, 2025 Discover the sacred significance of physical churches in worship. Explore how these spaces represent God's presence and enhance the worship experience. Learn about essential architectural elements that foster community and prayer. Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of dignity and respect in these holy places, calling for a renewal in both personal and collective worship. Delve into concepts like religious liberty and the church’s role as a welcoming environment despite historical challenges.
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Liturgy Beyond Place
- The whole earth is sacred and the liturgy is not tied to one place, emphasizing worship in spirit and truth.
- Christians assemble as living stones, embodying the spiritual temple of the risen Christ wherever they gather.
Church as Visible God’s Dwelling
- Churches are visible signs of God's dwelling and the new covenant's presence with us.
- They must be worthy spaces where the Eucharist is celebrated, showing Christ's reality and activity.
Altar’s Rich Symbolism
- The altar symbolizes the Lord's cross where the sacrifice flows and is made present sacramentally.
- It also serves as the Lord’s table inviting the people of God to communion and signifies Christ's tomb in Eastern liturgies.
