Eucharist

For many Catholics today, the Eucharist is merely a symbol of Christ, and the Mass is merely a collectivity of like-minded individuals gathering to remember his life. But the truth of what is made present on the altar, and what the faithful dare to receive into their bodies and souls, is far more strange and beautiful. In this engaging theological treatise, Bishop Robert Barron offers a reintroduction to the ancient meaning and power of the Eucharist. Through a threefold analysis of the Eucharist as sacred meal, sacrifice, and Real Presence―distinct but tightly interwoven motifs grounded in Scripture―Bishop Barron draws readers into the profound truth flowing out of Jesus’ words at the Last Supper: “Take, eat; this is my body. . . . Drink from it, all of you; for this is my blood of the covenant.” We are not merely invited to remember Jesus or imitate his moral example; we are invited to the grace of communion―and ultimately, to the realm of God―by eating and drinking the very self that he offers in sacrifice.

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Founded by Bishop Robert Barron, Word on Fire publishes books that creatively engage the modern world through beauty, goodness, and truth. Besides classic works of the Catholic tradition, we publish new books of theology, philosophy, spirituality, poetry, children’s books, and more.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Word on Fire
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 15, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 136 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1943243824
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1943243822
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.62 x 9.25 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Catholic Spirituality for Adults
Best Sellers Rank: #105,026 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #26 in Worship Sacraments #134 in Christian Rites & Ceremonies Books #410 in Catholicism (Books)
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