What is the Holy Eucharist?

Summary

The video script delves into the significance of the Holy Eucharist, a central Christian sacrament where Jesus Christ is believed to be fully present in the consecrated host and wine. It explains the Eucharist as both a sacrament and a sacrifice, identical to the crucifixion's sacrifice, yet unbloody. The script outlines the Eucharist's institution at the Last Supper and the transubstantiation during Mass, where bread and wine transform into Jesus. It underscores the Eucharist's purpose: to commemorate the sacrifice of the Cross, provide Holy Communion, and serve as a testament to Jesus' enduring love, to be worshipped by the faithful.

Takeaways

• 🍞 The Holy Eucharist is Jesus Christ fully present in the consecrated host and wine.
• 👄 It is recommended to receive the host on the tongue to avoid disrespect.
• 🔄 The Eucharist is both a sacrament and a sacrifice, identical to the sacrifice on the cross but unbloody.
• 📅 Christ instituted the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper on Holy Thursday.
• 🙏 The transformation of bread and wine into Jesus occurs at the consecration during Mass.
• 🔑 The priest, acting in the person of Jesus, declares 'This is my body' and 'This is my blood' during consecration.
• ✨ Transubstantiation is the term for the change of substance of bread and wine into Jesus while maintaining their outward appearances.
• 🌍 The Eucharist is given to us in Mass worldwide as a sacrifice, for Holy Communion, and as a sign of Jesus' love.
• 🙌 Jesus gives us the Eucharist to commemorate the sacrifice of the Cross, to be received by the faithful, and to be worshiped.

Q & A

What is the Holy Eucharist?

The Holy Eucharist is Jesus Christ fully present in body, blood, soul, and divinity in every particle of the consecrated host and in every drop of the consecrated wine.

Why is it recommended to receive the consecrated host on the tongue rather than in the hands?

It is recommended to receive the consecrated host on the tongue to avoid disrespect, as the host is considered to be the actual presence of Jesus Christ.

Is the Holy Eucharist considered both a sacrament and a sacrifice?

Yes, the Holy Eucharist is both a sacrament and a sacrifice, representing the same sacrifice as on the cross with Jesus as the victim and principal priest.

How is the Eucharist different from the sacrifice on the cross?

The Eucharist is an unbloody sacrifice, unlike the bloody sacrifice on the cross, although both involve Jesus as the victim.

When was the Holy Eucharist instituted by Christ?

The Holy Eucharist was instituted by Christ at the Last Supper on Holy Thursday, the day before his crucifixion.

What happens during the consecration at Mass?

During the consecration, the priest, in the place of Jesus, changes the substance of the bread and wine into the body and blood of Jesus through the words of consecration.

What is the term for the change of bread and wine into Jesus during the consecration?

The change of bread and wine into Jesus is called transubstantiation, which means the substance is changed while retaining the accidents of bread and wine.

How does transubstantiation affect the appearance and properties of the Eucharist?

Transubstantiation means that although the Eucharist looks, tastes, feels, smells, and sounds like bread, it is truly Jesus.

Why does Jesus give us the Eucharist?

Jesus gives us the Eucharist as a sacrifice to commemorate and renew the sacrifice of the Cross, to be received in Holy Communion by the faithful, and to remain with us as a sign of his love and to be worshiped.

What is the significance of the Eucharist being present on altars?

The Eucharist's presence on altars serves as proof of Jesus' love for us and allows for worship and adoration of his real presence.