The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 192: Unity in the Eucharist (2024)

Jul 10, 2024

18:14

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Exploring unity in the Eucharist, the podcast discusses the pain of disunity, the Church's teachings on non-Catholic Christians receiving the Eucharist, and the significance of unity in the Church. Fr. Mike addresses the common question of why non-Catholics cannot partake in the sacrament if they believe in the true presence of Jesus. The episode emphasizes the call to unity among Christians and the transformative power of the Eucharist in fostering unity and serving the poor.

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The Eucharist fosters unity among Christians, strengthening their connection to Christ and the Church.

Intercommunion raises questions about non-Catholics receiving Holy Communion, emphasizing a deeper spiritual union beyond physical participation.

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The Eucharist and Unity of Christians

The Eucharist plays a vital role in uniting Christians and strengthening their connection to Christ and the Church. Through the act of receiving the Eucharist, individuals are brought closer to the faithful and deepened in their incorporation into the body of Christ. St. Paul's writings emphasize the unity achieved through the Eucharist by partaking in one body and one bread. In communion, believers affirm their faith in the body and blood of Christ, symbolizing a profound unity within the Church.

Intro

2min

Unity in the Eucharist and the Call to Unity Among Christians

4min

Unity in the Eucharist and Conditions for Receiving Holy Communion

4min

Reflections on Unity and the Eucharist

7min

Embracing Unity through the Eucharist

1min

The sacrament of Holy Communion unites the faithful together in a most profound, visible way. It also makes disunity in the Church all the more painful and apparent. The Catechism reveals the Church’s teachings regarding the Eucharist and Christian churches who are not in full communion with the Catholic Church. Fr. Mike addresses a most common and difficult question: “If a non-Catholic believes that the Eucharist is truly Jesus, why can they not receive him in the sacrament?” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1396-1401.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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