Sacrament basics
What is the Eucharist?
This sacrament is the “source and summit” of Christian life and is different from others because Jesus is truly present in it.
How does the Eucharist satisfy Old Testament sacrifice?
Christ’s sacrifice in the Mass fulfills the Old Testament because He is the perfect Lamb.
What is transubstantiation?
This is the teaching that the bread and wine truly change into Jesus’ Body and Blood.
What is the Blessed Sacrament?
This title is used because the Eucharist is kept in the tabernacle for adoration.
matter of the Eucharist
The physical things used in this sacrament are bread and wine.
What is the manger?
Jesus was laid here as a sign He is spiritual food for us.
What is Holy Communion?
This title means we are united with Jesus and the Church when we receive Him.
What is the Lamb of God?
Jesus is called this because He is the perfect sacrifice for our sins.
This is my Body… This is my Blood.
This is my Body… This is my Blood.
What are the steps of the Holy Blood Covenant?
Sacrifice of a lamb, sprinkling of blood, and a covenant meal are all completed in Jesus.
What is the Real Presence?
This means Jesus is fully present — Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.
What is the meaning of the manger?
Animals ate here, but Jesus being placed here teaches He feeds our souls.
How do you receive the Eucharist worthily?
To receive this sacrament fruitfully, you must be in a state of grace and show reverence.
How does the Mass transcend time and place
Every Mass connects us to the same sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross.
What is the Lord’s Supper?
This title reminds us of the Last Supper where the Eucharist began.
What does “re-presentation” of the sacrifice mean?
This explains that the Mass is the same sacrifice of Jesus, not a new one.