The Holy Eucharist is central to the faiths of over a billion Catholic Christians worldwide. However, few take the time to see more than mere tradition when it comes to Communion. How many people who take communion every day have taken an active role in persuing this Mystery?
With more and more people pointing out the "cannibalistic" imagry invoked by the Eucharistic ritual, how can we celebrate this as Catholics today?
Let's begin this discussion.
Br. Michael
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Seeing how the cannibalistic imagery was first employed by the Johannine Jesus and continued into the life of the ancient Church, I must say that I never had a problem with it.
I wonder if you've seen a wonderful new book on sacramental theology by a baptist from Spurgeon's College: John Colwell's Promise and Presence: an Exploration of Sacramental Theology. It's a well-written and thoughtful apologia and explanation of sacramental theology for a protestant audience.
Kyle,
Thanks for beginning this conversation!
I personally have had no problems with the imagery of the eucharist.I did use cannibalistic imagery as an example of something a nonchristian person might have difficulty getting a handle on. The Church has failed to sufficiently present this as a mystery.
My meaning in that post was "how do we help postmodern people get past their presuppositions and help them seek and love the mystery of the Eucharist?"
I would be happy to chech out the book you recommended, even if it is for a Protestant audience.
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