A Flickering Lamp, a Living Presence
COMMENTARY: The sanctuary lamp signifies something real — Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist — and everything must change, because the wounds we carry need not be final.
COMMENTARY: The sanctuary lamp signifies something real — Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist — and everything must change, because the wounds we carry need not be final.
In parts of medieval Europe, the consecrated Host was placed within a sculpted wound in Christ’s chest — a striking expression of Eucharistic devotion now largely forgotten.
The Eucharistic miracle in Orvieto played a key role in launching the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.
A Protestant challenge leads to a deeper understanding of divine presence in Scripture.
In Holy Week especially, memory isn’t just remembering — it’s participating.
In the Holy Mass, God draws us together in the very substance of his being, bringing a supernatural unity that no mere art or philosophy ever could.
The mission and work of Mother Teresa can be seen in her profound Eucharistic life.
Nearly all Protestant converts testify to the power of the Holy Eucharist in their conversion stories.
‘If we love Christ, who offers himself for us,’ said St. Josemaría Escrivá, ‘we will feel compelled to find a few minutes after Mass for an intimate personal thanksgiving.’
SCRIPTURES & ART: A look at the readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, through the eyes of Italian Baroque painter Bernardo Strozzi
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