Frequently Asked Questions
Eucharist (Communion)
- Where in the Bible does it say anything about the Mass and the notion of it being a sacrifice? Part 1
- Where in the Bible does it say anything about the Mass and the notion of it being a sacrifice? Part 2
- I am active in many groups/teams that are made up of various faith based beliefs. Activities include faith based programs and services such as KAIROS prison ministry. At some of these a communion service is offered. I have been told that communion by some
- Where is the Eucharist in the Bible?
- If Catholics believe that the Eucharist is actually the body of Christ, aren't Catholics participating in cannibalism when they take Communion?
- May Protestants who believe in the Real Presence receive Communion?
- Is it true that Christ's presence in the Eucharist is equal to his presence in the Word and the assembly?
- Why do Catholics celebrate Communion at every Mass, if Christ's death atoned for sin once and for all?
- If a person does not believe the host is the body and blood of Christ, does that change what happens when he receives it?
- Why can only priests consecrate the Eucharist?
- A Protestant friend said that Augustine did not believe in transubstantiation. Is this true?
- Are we really eating Jesus in the Eucharist, or is it only symbolic?
- Was it a valid consecration if the priest used leavened bread?
- What is the correct thing to do when the precious blood is spilled during distribution of the Eucharist?
- Is it possible to get sick from drinking from the Eucharistic cup?
- Is Jesus present for 15 minutes after we receive him in the Eucharist?
- Why does the Church use the words "substance" and "accidents" in the doctrine of the Eucharist?
- How can I clear up my friend's misunderstanding about the Eucharist?
- What should I do about someone who refuses to go to confession before receiving the Eucharist?
- Do we receive in the Eucharist the bodies of loved ones who have died ?
- How can the Eucharist be more than what we observe with our senses?
- Is it all right to attend Mass and receive Communion twice in one day?
- I didn't arrive at Mass until the Consecration. Was I right to refrain from Communion?
- What is a tabernacle?
- How necessary is it to have the sanctuary lamps lit while the Blessed Sacrament is in the tabernacle?
- I thought that we "receive" Communion. I am so dismayed when people say that they "take" Communion.
- My teenage son does not want to receive Communion. Should I require him to receive?
- Is it wrong to receive Communion before committing a mortal sin?
- If a person does not believe the host is the body and blood of Christ, does that change what happens when he receives it?
- Is it wrong to receive Communion before committing a mortal sin?
- Is reverse transubstantiation possible?
- Why does the Church call the body of Christ "bread" in the proclamation of faith?
- If Protestant communion is invalid, what relationship to Christ is engendered by participating in that communion?
- What is the difference between adoring our Lord in the tabernacle and adoring him exposed on the altar?
- Why do some communicants approach the priest with a rosary in their hands?
- Can I receive Holy Communion on the tongue?
- What's the rule for fasting after Communion?
- May sick persons who are unable to swallow solid food receive Communion under the form of wine alone?
- Did Jesus break Old Testament Law by telling his followers to drink his blood?
- May a person who is divorced but not remarried receive Communion?
