The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 87: Christ’s Life as Offering (2025)
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Mar 28, 2025 Explore the profound theme of Christ’s life as an offering, emphasizing His love and obedience amidst suffering. Delve into the significance of the Eucharist as a memorial of His sacrifice, encouraging personal reflection on embracing trust and love. Experience the transformative power of Jesus’ acceptance of suffering and the call to participate in this redemptive act through Mass. Join the journey of understanding how His agony leads to salvation and invites us to live out our faith.
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Christ's Life as an Offering
- Christ's entire life, not just his death, was an offering to God.
- This offering wasn't about the pain, but the depth of Christ's love for his Father and us.
The Free Offering of Christ's Life
- Jesus freely offered his life; no one took it from him.
- The Last Supper and Eucharist represent this free offering, anticipating his sacrifice on the cross.
The Eucharist as Memorial
- The Eucharist is how Christ wants to be worshipped and remembered.
- It's a memorial of his sacrifice, instituted at the Last Supper.