Catechism of the Catholic Church 2258 Catechism of the Catholic Church 2258 Events 40-Hours Devotion: February 14 Holy Hour 5-6pm Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church Southwick, MA March 3-6 All Day St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Shelburne Falls, MA Please visit the Diocese of Springfield’s website: www.yearoftheeucharist.net for more information In a recent study, it was found that only 30% of Catholics believe in the Real Presence of Jesus. We’re in crisis mode. They’re missing not just the reality of Jesus in their lives, but something transformative, powerful, and beautiful. This Year of the Eucharist is an opportunity for revival. Bishop William Byrne Bishop of The Diocese of Springfield, MA "The unique and indivisible existence of the Lord glorious in heaven is rendered present by the sacrament in the many places on earth where the Mass is celebrated. And this existence remains remains present after the Sacrifice, in the Blessed Sacrament which is, in the tabernacle, the living heart of each of our churches. And it is our very sweet duty to honor and adore in the blessed Host which our eyes see, the Incarnate Word whom they cannot see, and who, without leaving heaven, is made present before us" (pub. 1968). excerpt from the booklet " The Divine Mercy Message and Devotion" by Fr. SeraphimMichalenko, MIC.; www.thedivinemercy.org/articles/eucharist-presence-mercy From the Wisdom of Fr. Seraphim Michalenko, MIC on the… Real Presence of Christ - YEAR OF THE EUCHARIST
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MjI2Mw==