Reflection Of The Holy Eucharist

There comes a time in our faith journey when we become cognizant of the fact that we yearn to deepen our relationship with God. Very often this occurs after a period of time in which we were so engrossed in our daily tasks, occupations, and responsibilities that we gradually lost contact with God. Hence, we discover that our limited discussions with the Lord lack the closeness and intimacy they once had and that our visits to the Lord at church occur with a paucity of fervor and reverence. However, the Holy Spirit touches our heart at a moment of grace to encourage us to search for the Lord with renewed passion.

Many years ago I experienced a period of spiritual dryness that was weakening my zeal for God and His service. At some point, I

These Catholics have seriously considered what happens at every Mass: God congregates His children in His house; He forgives us and listens to us; He speaks to our hearts through His Holy Word, and He accepts the offering of our lives in His hands. Finally, Christ offers us His very Body and Blood to transform, liberate, heal, strengthen, save, and sanctify us—great is His mercy and love for us! Hence, there is no greater gift in this life than to receive the Holy Eucharist; when we do, we become one with Him. Therefore, daily Mass has become the effective solution for many Catholics that yearn to deepen their relationship with the Lord. They joyfully anticipate the opportunity to visit Him daily in His Church and receive His Eucharistic

Therefore, her prayers of intercession can facilitate a more fruitful experience for the communicant. I have discovered this after I began praying the following prayer every moment prior to encountering and receiving Holy Communion: “O most holy Mary, our Mother, unite your Immaculate Heart to my poor, unworthy heart, so that I may receive Christ united to your heart, and with your faith, hope, and love.” Certainly, we behold the great mystery of God’s Son giving us His flesh as true food and His blood as true drink at Mass. This offering of Himself to us is also a calling. In addition to Christ Jesus approaching us in the sacraments so that we can meet, know, and love Him, He calls us through this encounter to follow and serve Him, and to commit ourselves to Him, the Bread of Life. For this reason, we must have a personal, sacramental relationship with the God-among-us for His glory and for the sake of our own spiritual