Comments on: A Protestant im thinking of going to a Catholic Church for the first time and receiving the Eucharist …….

By: cristoig

cristoig — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

Anna, not the Catholic Church teaches that only Catholics are saved. What it does is to teach all who are saved through the Church of Christ.
One should not receive the Eucharist unless removed in accordance with the teaching of St. Paul would bring condemnation in itself and can result in death. this is a serious matter and you should talk to a priest of deacon before trying to receive. That said I understand your desire to receive, but it must be done with due respect and understanding of the measures they are taking.
In Christ
Fr Joseph
It requires that all Catholics believe in Christ the true body to receive the Eucharist. It is certainly not an optional belief such as the practice of receiving without discerning the body and blood violate scriptural commands.

By: Greenwoo

Greenwoo — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

Hi Alexa,
You probably want to talk to a Catholic priest, first, before doing so ….
Peace, love and blessings
Greenwood

By: Sldgman

Sldgman — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

Yes, indeed, for the Eucharist - andblood the body of Christ.
It is very disrespectful to receive the Eucharist without being in a state of grace.

By: Bri

Bri — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

Hello friend,
I've been a devout Catholic all my life and I just want to say that Catholics have an amazing perspective!
You seem to understand the Eucharist more than they are Catholics! Congrats!
However, you can not receive the Eucharist unless he is Catholic.
Sorry.
-SO-to receive Jesus physically, the body, blood, soul and divinity you need to become a Catholic!
Talk to a priest or a Catholic church in the DRE.
God bless!

By: stpolyca

stpolyca — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

I am glad to see their enthusiasm about receiving the Holy Eucharist. However, you must be part of the Catholic community in order to receive benefits from it.
The Holy Apostles were Catholic. The word "catholic" simply means "universal." The "Universal" or "Catholic" church began as soon as our Lord celebrated the first Eucharist with his disciples at the Last Supper.
Before proceeding further, with all due respect, please read the Catechism of the Catholic Church before receiving the Eucharist. You'll be amazed!

By: Pastor Bill

Pastor Bill — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

Interesting, you are not a member of a Catholic Church and will serve communion. I had the impression that to take a Catholic who had to be a member.
The Bible also says we do not want to be unworthily. meaning if you have any sin in your life that are better off passing on life after taking communion in sin and take it. How do I ensure that I am sinless, ie when I'm waiting for the emblems and ask God to forgive me from all sins can be convicted of. If your church is not serious then I suggest you talk with your pastor, and if nothing is done, find another church that does.
Jesus was not speaking literally, but we will treat it as Hon. We consider as the bread we eat, and think about the healing power of Jesus is where the stripes on his back. We consider the juice (wine), as we drink and think of the blood that was shed to cleanse us from our sins.
Oh by the way, Jesus did not die to save the entire race of eternal damnation. He died to save those who accept His sacrifice as payment for their sins.
Pastor Bill

By: malak

malak — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

He said that after "this is my blood, this is my body," he said, "do this in remberance Me," which really was not him, but remembering to do it. Anyway, its against the rules of the Catholic church so you can take communion in their church if you're not a confirmed Catholic, so the point is moot. It would be very embarrassing to be expelled from the church, but that is what will happen if the catch is not trying to take Catholic communion there.

By: jimbob

jimbob — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

I do not if I were you - but I'm not, so this so worthwhile.
Protestants from all over the map when it comes to the Eucharist / Communion - transubstantiation, consubstantiation, memory, sacrament, ordinance, real presence, both / and, etc., etc.
Not so with the Catholics. There is a pre-existing unity among Catholics when it comes to the Eucharist. Thus, while many Protestants, with their differences Communion seen as an opportunity to put aside those differences and break bread with their fellow Christians who do not share the same beliefs and doctrines as they do, the majority of Catholics who participate in the Communion opinion and assist in the Mass and outside the unit growth that already exists. No hatchets to bury, not to overlook the differences.
For your sake, not to smudge the horn and its most sacred expression of unity in Christ. If you're not one of them - if you have not drunk that Kool-Aid - then they say have respect for them and simply ask the blessing of the Lord to make their way to tomorrow morning Eucharist Minister.

By: imacatho

imacatho — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

At the Last Supper, Jesus said, "Take this bread. It's my body. "He said," Take this and drink. This is my blood. Do this in memory of me. "
Catholics believe this was the First Eucharist, that through some miracle the bread and wine actually become the body and blood of Jesus Christ.
Catholics reenact the Last Supper at every Mass when the priest, instead of Christ, it changes bread and wine into the body and blood of Jesus Christ.
This is a great sacrament of thanksgiving and unity of Catholics.
Anyone who does not believe in the real presence of Christ and is united with the Catholic faith prompted by respect, not to receive the Eucharist.
Catholics, out of respect for other Christian denominations, not to receive Communion in non-Catholic churches.
We pray that one day will happen to the unity of Christians and we are all called to the same table.
With love in Christ.

By: Daver

Daver — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:48:18 +0000

I am thrilled that you have accepted the truth of the real presence in the Eucharist. I am also delighted to receive the Eucharist from the Catholic Church.
There is something you do not need to know about reception of the Eucharist to non-Catholics: Normally non-Catholics are not allowed to receive the Holy Eucharist.
While they are always welcome to celebrate Mass in a Catholic church, the reception of the Eucharist is to Catholics generally. Reason being, the act of receiving the Eucharist in a Catholic Church is similar to profess a belief in the real (not a problem in your case), but it is also a profession of faith in all the Catholic teachings.
If you accept the real presence of the Eucharist, I have no doubt that can accept other teachings of the Church if you choose to accept them as well.
This may seem unfair to non-Catholic Christians, but the truth is, the Church respects to the actual presence of the Eucharist can not allow those who probably is the real presence or the Church in general, to receive . The Church protects the integrity of the host to this.
The Eucharist is certainly the most sacred of the sacraments of the Church. Can not afford to have is the receipt of the light. Receiving the Eucharist is not a right is a privilege. That said, keep in mind that it is their right to earn the privilege of receiving the Holy Eucharist.
I hope you have noticed that I used the words "normally" and "normally" when referring to non-Catholics receiving the Eucharist.
Since you profress belief in the real presence, and honestly wish to receive the Body and Blood of Christ Catholic Church, should contact the pastor of the church to attend mass.
The priest might be willing to allow you to receive the Holy Eucharist, though not (yet?) Being Catholic. Good luck.