Wednesday, 17 May 2017

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (11). Sanctus.

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And a door opened in heaven… (Rev 4:1) Climbing this spiral stairway at the Eucharist, we arrive with Christ unto Jerusalem and the te...

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (10). The Journey Forth.

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P The Lord be with you R And with your spirit. P Lift up your hearts. R We lift them up to the Lord. P Let us give thanks to the Lord...
Friday, 5 May 2017

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (9). The Summon

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P: Pray my Brothers and Sisters that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God the almighty Father. R: (i) May the Lord accept the sac...

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (8). Offertory, and the Biddings of the Faithful.

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When Creed becomes real in us, charity grows, even to the point of selling all for a treasure worth our life (Mt13:44).  In the Eucharist, t...
Monday, 17 April 2017

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (7). The Apostles’ and Nicene Creed

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Moving through with and in the spirit of the Word, we arrive at what eye has not seen, what ear has not heard and what has not entered the h...
Sunday, 9 April 2017

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (6). The Word Liturgy .

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Eternity is so very far away. To arrive at eternity, we need an infinity. But eternity is reachable, for it takes a Word to get there. I...
Sunday, 2 April 2017

On the Eucharist: Thoughts from the Pew (5). The 3 Most Ignored Dialogues The Collect. Prayer over Offerings. Prayer after Communion.

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That there may not be a repeat of same sentiments later, these 3 most ignored dialogues - occurring at various stages of the Eucharist- ...