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the Eucharist. As Jesus said, “Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood abide in me, and I in them” (John 6:56).
The chance to enjoy
oneness with Christ did not stop after he ascended into Heaven. Every time we gather together for the Eucharist, Christ is again in our midst. The Eucharist is one way in which Christ has kept his promise always to be with his people.
Jesus also has kept his promise by sending the Holy Spirit to live in and among us. Just as certain traits run in a particular family, so do certain spiritual gifts run in Christ’s family, the Church. An important gift is unity.
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Praise and Celebrate
When Jesus began his life of teaching and healing, his disciples were like family to him. Some supported Jesus by traveling everywhere with him as
he preached the Good News. Others supported him by giving him money and offering him hospitality in
Through this gift, people from many different nations come together and enjoy a unity similar to that of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Every Mass is like a big, happy family reunion. Brothers and sisters in Christ
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during the prayers of petition. They wish one another well during the Sign of Peace, and sing songs to express and deepen their family unity. They share Christ’s Body and Blood, and they sing one final song together before parting ways.
It is important for you to join in
with all your heart when you attend Mass. Say all the responses. Sing all the songs. Listen well to the readings, the homily, and the Eucharistic Prayer. Really mean it when you offer your neighbor the Sign of Peace. Participate fully in every way.
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