The Eucharist

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  1. 2. – The consecrated Eucharist, especially when reserved in the tabernacle.
  2. 5. – Charitable actions by which we help our neighbors in their bodily and spiritual needs.
  3. 6. – A supernatural sign of God’s power and love that defies natural explanation.
  4. 7. - The Sacrificial offering of Jesus’Body in the worship of mass.
  5. 8. – Continuous prayer and worship before the Blessed Sacrament exposed in a monstrance.
  6. 10. – The remission of temporal punishment due to sin, granted by the Church through prayer and good works.
  7. 15. – The true presence of Jesus Christ—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity—in the Eucharist.
  8. 17. – Being free from mortal sin and filled with God’s sanctifying grace.
  9. 18. – Special feast days when Catholics are required to attend Mass.
  10. 19. – Spiritual effects of receiving the Eucharist, such as union with Christ, separation from sin, and strength for Christian living.
  11. 21. - Many Christian faiths that broke off from Catholicism during the Reformation.
  12. 22. – The part of the Mass when the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ through the words of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit.
  13. 23. – Efforts to promote unity among all Christians.
  14. 25. – The body of doctrine that guides the Church in matters of human dignity, justice, and care for creation.
  15. 28. – The ability to feel with others and act to relieve their suffering.
  16. 29. – The sacred space in a church where the altar, ambo, and tabernacle are located.
  17. 30. – A holy offering made to God; Christ’s sacrifice on the Cross is made present in the Mass.
  18. 32. – The official teaching of the Church on matters of faith and morals.
  19. 33. – The sacred table in the church where the sacrifice of the Mass is celebrated.
  20. 34. – The Eucharist given to someone who is dying, as spiritual food for their journey to eternal life.
  21. 35. – A layperson authorized to distribute Holy Communion when needed.
  22. 37. – The commitment of the Church to prioritize the needs of the poor and vulnerable.
  23. 38. – A prayerful reflection on one’s actions of the day to recognize God’s presence and discern His will.
  24. 39. – Deep respect and honor shown to God and sacred things.
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  1. 1. – A devotion in which the faithful are blessed with the Eucharist, usually displayed in a monstrance.
  2. 3. – The sacrament in which we receive the Body and Blood of Christ, the source and summit of the Christian life.
  3. 4. – The Church, united with Christ as its head and the faithful as its members.
  4. 9. – The change by which the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ, though the appearances remain the same.
  5. 11. - the part of the mass where the prayer over the Eucharist or the Blessed Sacrament.
  6. 12. – The attraction to sin that can lead us away from God’s will.
  7. 13. – A sacred vessel used to display the consecrated Eucharist for adoration.
  8. 14. – Unity and responsibility among people, especially in seeking justice and peace.
  9. 16. - the Eastern division of the Christian faith that split off during the Schism.
  10. 20. – Spiritual discipline of refraining from food or drink; Catholics fast before receiving the Eucharist.
  11. 24. – The Jewish feast remembering God’s saving the Israelites from slavery in Egypt; prefigures Christ’s sacrifice.
  12. 26. – The fixed, locked box in a church where the consecrated Eucharist is reserved.
  13. 27. – The part of the Eucharistic Prayer recalling Jesus’ words and actions at the Last Supper.
  14. 30. – A 19th-century priest known as the “Apostle of the Eucharist” for his devotion to promoting Eucharistic worship.
  15. 31. - the part of the sacred mass where the readings are present
  16. 36. – Sacred signs instituted by the Church (like holy water, blessings, or medals) that prepare us to receive grace.