Tuesday, June 17, 2008

The Eucharist builds up the Church, the Sacrament of Salvation

 the supreme gift of the Eucharist is a covenant mystery, the nuptial mystery joining God and humanity… As heir to and partner in the Eucharistic mystery, the Church, quickened by the Spirit and shaped by Mary’s faith, participates in God’s gift to the world… As the people of God assembled in unity, the Church is the sacrament of salvation.”   

The Eucharist, God’s Gift for the Life
of the World, Chapter II


Catechist: Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, SJ
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Continent of the day: South America

Catholic News Service Article


Divine Liturgy (Eastern Catholic Eucharist)

  • Blessing and departure for the Fraternal Feast
  • Fraternal meals and Marian Prayers in host parishes with pilgrim

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