crumbles like bread is actually Jesus. Because of this change in substance, it is proper to offer the Eucharist worship. The effects of receiving the Eucharist are: An increased and deepened with Jesus Forgiveness of venial (lesser) sins A strengthening to avoid future mortal (serious) sins A reinforced union with all other believers, who are the Church A preparation of the body for bodily resurrection The Church encourages the faithful to receive the Eucharist every time they attend Mass. Strictly speaking, receiving the Eucharist is only at least “required” once a year. Anyone aware of having committed mortal sin must go to in the Eucharist. sacramental confession before receiving Jesus Out of respect and reverence for Jesus in the Eucharist, there are several small ways to prepare for Mass. The Church proscribes a one-hour fast (this includes gum and coffee) before receiving the Eucharist as a way to remind ourselves that we are about to receive the Son of God. Another way to keep in mind the importance of the Eucharist is to wear respectful clothing to church. ____________________________________________________ V. Child’s Preparation for First Communion A. Formal Preparation All Second students will discuss the meaning of the Eucharist in their classroom sessions. They will also practice how to receive the Eucharist as well as all the music for their First Communion Mass. There are two additional parts of the parish’s formal preparation for First Communion: First Communion Retreat
crumbles like bread is actually Jesus. Because of this change in substance, it is proper to offer the Eucharist worship. The effects of receiving the Eucharist are: An increased and deepened with Jesus Forgiveness of venial (lesser) sins A strengthening to avoid future mortal (serious) sins A reinforced union with all other believers, who are the Church A preparation of the body for bodily resurrection The Church encourages the faithful to receive the Eucharist every time they attend Mass. Strictly speaking, receiving the Eucharist is only “required” at least once a year. Anyone aware of having committed mortal sin must go to sacramental confession before receiving Jesus in the Eucharist. Out of respect and reverence for Jesus in the Eucharist, there are several small ways to prepare for Mass. The Church proscribes a one-hour fast (this includes gum and coffee) before receiving the Eucharist as a way to remind ourselves that we are about to receive the Son of God. Another way to keep in mind the importance of the Eucharist is to wear respectful clothing to church. ____________________________________________________ V. Child’s Preparation for First Communion A. Formal Preparation All Second students will discuss the meaning of the Eucharist in their classroom sessions. They will also practice how to receive the Eucharist as well as all the music for their First Communion Mass. There are two additional parts of the parish’s formal preparation for First Communion: First Communion Retreat
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