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Canon law (of the Roman Catholic Church) states, "One who is to receive the most Holy Eucharist is to abstain from any food or drink, with the exception only of water and medicine, for at least the period of one hour before Holy Communion" (CIC 919 §1). Elderly people, those who are ill, and their caretakers are excused from the Eucharistic fast (CIC 191 §3). Priests and deacons may not dispense one obligated by the Eucharistic fast unless the bishop has expressly granted such power to them (cf. CIC 89).
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What is meant by the phrase The Eucharistic Fast?
the Eucharistic Fast is the fast from food and drink which is to be observed before receiving Communion.
What has the author Alphonse Sammut written?
Alphonse Sammut has written: 'The eucharistic fast in the light of the last papal documents'
What comes first the Eucharistic prayer or Communion rite in the Catholic Church?
The Eucharistic prayer, which included the Consecration, comes before Communion.
What is the name of the Eucharistic plate?
paten
What is Eucharistic assembly?
A church service that includes the Eucharist.
Who administer the sacrament of eucharist?
the priest or eucharistic minister
What is Eucharist fasting?
Canon law (of the Roman Catholic Church) states, "One who is to receive the most Holy Eucharist is to abstain from any food or drink, with the exception only of water and medicine, for at least the period of one hour before Holy Communion" (CIC 919 §1). Elderly people, those who are ill, and their caretakers are excused from the Eucharistic fast (CIC 191 §3). Priests and deacons may not dispense one obligated by the Eucharistic fast unless the bishop has expressly granted such power to them (cf. CIC 89).
How is the Eucharistic meal a celebration which is past present and future?
It is the same.
Do you have to be a baptized Catholic to be a Eucharistic Minister?
Yes, you must be a Catholic.
When can you become a Eucharistic minister?
Usually one must be at least 18 years of age to become a Eucharistic minister, have the permission or recommendation of your pastor or youth minister and be willing to undergo training.
What has the author A Gelston written?
A. Gelston has written: 'The Eucharistic prayer of Addai and Mari' -- subject(s): Eucharistic prayers, History and criticism, Liturgy, Lord's Supper (Liturgy), Syrian Church, Texts
What is the eucharist held in?
The eucharist is normally held in a church building although it can be held anywhere.
