Tag: Holy Communion
Divorced Catholics
Although a serious offense against Jesus and his Church, divorce or separation alone should not prevent a Catholic from attending Mass, receiving the sacraments,...
Sacred Vessels and Linens
At a Catholic Mass, the priest uses sacred containers and utensils that are set apart for liturgical use. Distinguished from items intended for everyday...
Holy Communion and Mortal Sin
When receiving Holy Communion, baptized Catholics experience Jesus in the most intimate way and therefore must be in a state of grace, free of...
Receiving Holy Communion
In Holy Communion, Catholics receive Jesus Christ truly present in the form of bread and wine as a sacred meal. This intimate experience with...
Fasting Before Holy Communion
Because Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist, Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity, it is a sacred meal. Before receiving Holy Communion, Catholics are...
Non-Catholics and Holy Communion
Holy Communion is an opportunity for Catholics to renew and strengthen their union with Jesus and with each other in the Church. Catholics who...