Tag Archives: Communion

QUAERITUR: EMCHs and people who want blessings

From a reader: In our large parish, I serve as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. Yes, I know, there are preferred ways of approaching the distribution of the Eucharist, and this is not ideal. However, I feel as long … Read More

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QUAERITUR: Holy Communion twice in one day… did I sin?

From a reader: At Mass this morning I received Communion, then unexpectedly invited to serve Mass this evening, which I did. I did not think to say to the priest before Mass that I should not receive, having done so … Read More

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NPR piece on the resurgence of bishops in the public square

On the site of National Public Radio there is an audio story about the fact that strong Catholic bishop are beginning to regain their voice in the public square. My emphases and comments: On Social Issues, Bishops Flex Political Muscle … Read More

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The Calgary Communion Show Down

I have pretty much spoken my piece about the issue of attempts to deny the Catholic people their rites in the matter of how to receive Holy Communion, especially when a restriction is placed again Holy Communion on the tongue. … Read More

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Exotic Communion practices of the past!

From a reader.  My emphases: I thought you would find the following interesting.  I was at a meeting at my NO parish last night and found this small book obviously being used by the youth ccd director.  I’m sure it … Read More

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