1353. In the epiclesis, the Church asks the Father to send his Holy Spirit (or the power of his blessing178) on the bread and wine, so that by his power they may become the body and blood of Jesus Christ and so that those who take part in the Eucharist may be one body and one spirit (some liturgical traditions put the epiclesis after the anamnesis).
In the institution narrative, the power of the words and the action of Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit, make sacramentally present under the species of bread and wine Christ’s body and blood, his sacrifice offered on the cross once for all.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
157. Who is the Head of this body?
250. How are the sacraments of the Church divided?
53. Why was the world created?
248. What is the criterion that assures unity in the midst of plurality?
529. How does one reach purity of heart?
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What is the role of women in society, according to Ecclesiasticus 26:1-4?
What is David’s example of faith mentioned in Hebrews 11:32-40?
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
