1365. Because it is the memorial of Christ’s Passover, the Eucharist is also a sacrifice. the sacrificial character of the Eucharist is manifested in the very words of institution: “This is my body which is given for you” and “This cup which is poured out for you is the New Covenant in my blood.”185 In the Eucharist Christ gives us the very body which he gave up for us on the cross, the very blood which he “poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.”186
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
527. What is required by the ninth commandment?
39. Is God the only One who “is”?
305. When is a person obliged to confess mortal sins?
577. What is the prayer of the Hour of Jesus?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How does Ruth’s story teach us about integrity and honesty?
What is the story of Uzziah and how was he punished for disobeying God?
What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?
What can we learn about the theology of suffering from the story of Job described in Job 1:1-22?
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the sanctification of the Christian?
