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You may ask "what is the eucharist" you may think that it is just bread we eat during Sunday

mass, but it
is more than that!

The Eucharist is the very sacrifice of the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus which he instituted to
perpetuate the sacrifice of the cross throughout the ages until his return in glory. Thus he entrusted to
his Church this memorial of his death and Resurrection. It is a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a paschal
banquet, in which Christ is consumed, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory is given
to us.

For most Christians today the Eucharist, or Lord's Supper or communion is a very special and important
occasion where they remember the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Christians believe that through
the Holy Spirit Jesus is still with them and can offer those help and advice in times of difficulty and
trouble.

Why is the Eucharist important? The Eucharist is the center of Catholic faith. By receiving the Holy
Eucharist, we remember the sacrifice Jesus made for us, and we grow in love for one another. Jesus
commanded us to love, to remember Him, and to wait for His return.

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