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Eucharist (Communion)
Eucharist is sometimes commonly referred to as communion. It is a symbolic act performed by Christian religions. It involves taking in a small piece of consecrated bread to represent Christ's body, and a drink to represent Christ's blood. Traditionally, the drink was wine, but some Christian religions have adapted this to grape juice or water, depending on their beliefs.
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Why shouldn't you receive communion?
In the Catholic church if it not permited for someone to take communion if they have not been through the classes and steps to receive their first communion, if they are not a member of the Catholic church, or if they have not been to confession recently.
What is required to receive Holy Eucharist?
The people who take the Lord's Supper should be Christians; they believe in Jesus Christ's death as an atonement for sin and accept that Jesus died in their place. People who take the Lord's Supper should have a clear conscience towards God and their fellow believers.
Some Christians believe that the bread and wine/juice are simply symbols; others (such as Catholics) believe in transubstantiation.
Can an Anglican take communion in a Maronite church?
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Catholic AnswerOf course not, an Anglican is a protestant, a Catholic Church is Catholic. An Anglican may receive Holy Communion in a Catholic Church after completing RCIA classes and being brought into the Church at the Easter Vigil, but if they wish to remain an Anglican, they are, by that very fact, proclaiming that they are not in communion with the Catholic Church, so to receive Holy Communion in a Catholic Church would be a lie and dangerous to their spiritual well-being. Aside from all that, Catholics to not "take" Holy Communion, they "receive" Holy Communion.With whom are you united when you receive Holy Communion?
You receive the body and blood of Jesus Christ. As Catholics we believe that there is the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, that it is his body, blood, soul, and divinity.
When receiving communion what do you say and the priest say?
The person holding the Body of Christ would say "This is the body of Christ" and offer it to you and you would say Amen (I believe). Another person would do the same with a chalice of God's blood and again you would say Amen. A non-Catholic should not receive communion.
What color of vestments does the priest wear for First Holy Communion?
There is no set color for a First Holy Communion Mass (although gold can substitute for any color), so he would wear whatever the color of the season is, green for Ordinary Time, Violet for Advent and Lent, White for Christmas and Easter. It would be different if the first Holy Communion was on a saint's day. He may also just wear white or gold.
As of current times, the RC church does not recognize nor practice 'open communion' with other religions. Their belief is that this would imply that all Christian churches are 'united as one' which in their eyes is not so.
Most other Christian/Protestant churches welcome any RC parishioner with open arms to participate in Holy Communion. As long as the person believe that Jesus Christ is their Savior, they are welcome to share in this Holy meal.
What is the name of the receptacle used to contain the wine for the Eucharist?
If you are referring to the (usually) glass containers that the wine and water are poured out of into the chalice and used for the washing of the priests hands (respectively) then those are called 'cruets'.
When can you receive Holy Communion?
Since St. Pius X, who was pope from 1903-1914, Catholic children have been encouraged to approach the sacrament of the Eucharist as soon as they reach the age of reason and are able to understand the points of catechism relevant to the Eucharistic doctrines pertinent for their level of understanding. This usually is around the age of 7 years old. Many parochial schools conduct classes for the reception of the sacrament as part of the school curriculum for Grade 2. Converts to the Catholic Faith who already possess the mature faculty of reason may receive Communion as soon as they are baptized, provided they have displayed an understanding of the catechism concerning It.
Why is communion celebrated differently by Catholics and Protestants?
Catholics and Protestants hold differing views as to what communion (bread and wine) really is. Catholics hold the doctrine of transubstantiation, which says that the bread and wine transform to be the actual body and blood of Jesus. Protestants have differing views amongst themselves. Some would believe in consubstantiation, meaning that the communion is both bread and wine and the body and blood at the time. Others would hold that the bread and wine is purely a symbol of Christ. Some Protestant churches also do not use wine, but instead use grape juice. Sometimes the actual distribution of communion may be different. This simply may be because the Catholic Church, as well as some Protestants such as Lutherans, hold the communion in a very high regard and have a very formal celebration of it. Some Protestants, such as Evangelicals, may decide to be less formal with the Eucharist or may not even give it out every week. This would be a matter of liturgy, as opposed to doctrine.
Why do girls whear white on their first holy communion?
The veil has a long history in the Catholic church and was traditionally worn by women to show reverence during Mass. Although no longer used in many Western Catholic churches, the veil is still used during First Holy Communion for those receiving the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist for the first time to show the significance of the ceremony.
How often should you take Communion?
You may never "take" Holy Communion, you may only "receive" Holy Communion. You should receive Holy Communion as frequently as you can, while you are in a state of grace, and have been fasting. You may not receive Holy Communion more than twice a day, and the second time only if you have been to an entire Mass. If you are not in a state of grace, or are not fasting, or have already received Holy Communion that day, you should never receive.
Can a Christian who is not baptized take communion?
It is not advised to receive Communion in a Catholic Church unless you are Catholic. The code of canon law allows for emergency situations when a Catholic priest can administer Communion to a non-Catholic, however, the non-Catholic would have to believe the Catholic doctrines concerning the Eucharist and so such emergency situations are practically restricted to the Orthodox.
Euristic Communion in the Catholic Church implies one believes in the Catholic Faith, its sacrarisments, doctrines and the person is free from sin.
As a Catholic we should not be offended by someone elses uneducated decision to take communion, instead we could try to explain to our fellow Christians what their taking of communion in the Catholic Church is stating.
You do belong by Baptism to Christ, and you do have a relationship to His Church through Baptism. However, in Catholic belief Baptism does not permit one to receive the Eucharist.
If you do receive communion in a Catholic Mass you are saying that you believe Catholic Truth, accept Catholic unity, accept Catholic doctrine and belong to the sacramental unity - without that being the case your "communion" taken in a Catholic Church is not a true "communion" per the Catholic beliefs.
When you are taking communion in the Catholic church you are affirming in good conscience that you accept Catholic teaching, and you discern the Real Presence as Catholics hold it to be.
Catholics have an educational process call catechism, our children can not take communion until they in essence "graduate" from that educational process having learned about the Catholic sacraments and our beliefs. Adults who wish to become Catholic must also complete educational classes, called RCIA and when they "graduate", mature in the Catholic beliefs (fully understand what they are affirming) they receive their first communion during Easter mass.
Meanwhile the Catholic Church welcomes our children, visitors, other Christians, and Adult RCIA participants to participate in the communion portion of the mass through receiving a blessing for their Christian faith. This is accomplished by the person crossing their arms by placing your hands on the opposite shoulders. Eucharistic Ministers (those who pass out the communion) know by this process that a blessing is given in lue of the Holy communion Eucaristic sacrament.
FYI- Catholics believe in seven Sacraments , each has it own spiritual commitment and significants "An outward sign instituted By Christ to give Grace, Christs loving gift of himself to his Church". They are: Baptism, Confirmation, Euchstist, Marriage, Reconciliation, Annoiting of the Sick and Holy Orders.
"Through ones Catecumenal Journey we can fully appreciate his gifts when we understand the true nature of the sacraments "
Peace to All.
Why do Christians take holy communion?
Christians celebrate the Lord supper because it was a command from Jesus.
Then He took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, "Take this and divide it among yourselves; for I say to you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes."
19 And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, "This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me."
Jesus also said, to do it so that you would remember what he has done for those who believe in Him
1 Corinthians 11:24 And when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, "Take, eat; this is My body which is broken for you; do this in remembrance of Me."Who buys the First Communion Dress?
A christening gown or baptismal gown is traditionally worn by an infant who is being baptized in a Church ceremony. Anyone can buy, donate or make the christening gown. In some families, the christening gown is passed from generation to generation and is used for all the children of the family as it grows.
In some cultures, there is a tradition of making the christening gown from the wedding dress of either the grandmother or mother of the child.
Who is the ordinary minister of the Eucharist?
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Catholic AnswerNormally a priest, bishop, or deacon is the Ordinary Minister of Baptism. In an emergency, anyone can baptize - even if they, themselves, are not baptized. In the event of an emergency baptism, the local priest should be notified immediately.The minister of baptism is the priest or a deacon. In case of an emergency anyone, even a non-Catholic may baptize.
How much to give for first communion?
Have you considered purchasing something instead of a cash gift?
If this is a baptism gift, chances are, they probably already have a bible. Christian culture has evolved so that you have choices in giving more trendy items that still express faith for around $20.
Funny and modern christian based shirts -
approx $17.00
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Christian Caps - approx $14-$15 (link below)
Christian Jewelry - Christian jewelry is a popular choice, and selections vary from silver purity rings to trendier casual pieces that can be accessorized to match Tees and clothes that are trendy. ($9.99 to $22.99)
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Why do people choose to receive Holy Communion?
We receive Holy Communion because there are 7 sacraments. Communion is an intimate encounter with Christ.
What is grape wine in the Holy Eucharist?
For Catholics, none other than the blood of Christ. At the moment of "transubstantiation," the grape wine becomes the blood of Christ.
If you mean, "what is in the grape wine in the holy Eucharist?" well, then the answer is: grape wine.
What are other names for Eucharist?
In the Roman Catholic Church it is known as 'the mass'. In the protestant church it can also be called the 'mass' (eg in High Anglican Churches), but can also be called the Eucharist, Holy Communion, the Lord's Supper or The Breaking of Bread.
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Catholic AnswerThe Most Holy Eucharist is the same name used for one or all three aspects of the one mystery, named the Real Presence, the Sacrifice (the Mass), and Communion. The actual word, Eucharist means "thanksgiving."Didaches regulations for baptism of Eucharist?
The Didache is an ancient Christian document from the first century which was ranked with Sacred Scripture for centuries. I'm not sure what you are asking as there is no such thing as "baptism of Eucharist" however, Baptism and the Eucharist are covered in Section Two of the Didache:
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(from The Catholic Encyclopedia)
Second PartThis (vii-x) begins with an instruction on baptism, which is to be conferred "in the Name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost" in living water, if it can be had - if not, in cold or even hot water. The baptized and, if possible, the baptizer, and other persons must fast for one or two days previously. If the water is insufficient for immersion, it may be poured thrice on the head. This is said by Bigg to show a late date; but it seems a natural concession for hot and dry countries, when baptism was not as yet celebrated exclusively at Easter and Pentecost and in churches, where a columbethra and a supply of water would not be wanting. Fasts are not to be on Monday and Thursday "with the hypocrites" (i.e. the Jews), but on Wednesday and Friday (viii). Nor must Christians pray with the hypocrites, but they shall say the Our Father thrice a day. The text of the prayer is not quite that of St. Matthew, and it is given with the doxology "for Thine is the power and the glory for ever", whereas all but a few manuscripts of St. Matthew have this interpolation with "the kingdom and the power" etc.Ch. ix runs thus: "Concerning the Eucharist, thus shall you give thanks: 'We give Thee thanks, our Father, for the holy Vine of David Thy Child, which Thou hast made known to us through Jesus Thy Child; to Thee be the glory for ever'. And of the broken Bread: 'We give Thee thanks, our Father, for the Life and knowledge which Thou hast made known to us through Jesus Thy Child; to Thee be glory for ever. For as this broken Bread was dispersed over the mountains, and being collected became one, so may Thy Church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into Thy kingdom, for Thine is the glory and the power through Jesus Christ for ever.' And let none eat or drink of your Eucharist but those who have been baptized in the Name of Christ; for of this the Lord said: 'Give not the holy Thing to the dogs'." These are clearly prayers after the Consecration and before Communion. Ch. x gives a thanksgiving after Communion, slightly longer, in which mention is made of the "spiritual food and drink and eternal Life through Thy Child". After a doxology, as before, come the remarkable exclamations: "Let grace come, and this world pass away! Hosanna to the Son of David! If any is holy, let him come. If any be not, let him repent. Maranatha. Amen". We are not only reminded of the Hosannaand Sancta sanctis of the liturgies, but also of Apocalypse 22:17-20, and 1 Corinthians 16:22. In these prayers we find deep reverence, and the effect of the Eucharist for eternal Life, though there is no distinct mention of the Real Presence. The words in thanksgiving for the chalice are echoed by Clement of Alexandria, "Quis div.", 29: "It is He [Christ] Who has poured out the Wine, the Blood of the Vine of David, upon our wounded souls"; and by Origen, "In i Judic.", Hom. vi: "Before we are inebriated with the Blood of the True Vine Which ascends from the root of David." The mention of the chalice before the bread is in accordance with St. Luke, xxii, 17-19, in the "Western" text (which omits verse 20), and is apparently from a Jewish blessing of wine and bread, with which rite the prayers in ch. ix have a close affinity.
It happens during the consecration when the priest says 'Take all of you and eat of this for this is my body' and when he says 'this is the chalice of my blood which will be shed for you and many for the forgiveness of sin."
Is the holy communion related to the hypostatic union?
No. Communion is just a ceremony of remembrance Jesus said:
1Co 11:25 In the same manner He also took the cup after supper, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood. This do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me."
There is nothing hyper spiritual about it as many churches try to make out it is just a ceremony of remembrance.
To receive Eucharist you must
1)Be free of mortal sin
2)Not eat or drink anything one hour prior to receiving it(water is permitted at any time though)
