I - The Epidemic
* This video was released in 2014. Who would have imagined that what Matthew Kelly talks about here would come true 8yrs later!
* What impacted you the most about this video?
* How do you "show up" to Mass on Sundays?
II - Review
* What are relationships?
* How do they impact your life?
* What does it have to do with God?
III - The Eucharist
* "I am the bread of life..." These words are one of the most controversial words Jesus spoke during his public ministry. Lets read the Gospel of John, chapter 6, verses 48-53 to see the full scene.
* The Eucharist is at the core of our faith.
* It THE one thing that sets the Catholic Church apart from other Christian faiths. Jesus TRULY is PRESENT in the Eucharist.
IV - The TRUE Presence
* "Great faith and great doubt often go hand in hand" - Matthew Kelly. Have you experienced moments of doubt about the faith?
* What comes to mind when you hear Matthew Kelly say "God wants to dwell in you"? Do you know what that means?
* When we receive the Eucharist, we become one with Jesus (as St. Francis de Sales).
* The Eucharist is the ultimate source of GRACE!
V - The Eucharist as a Source of Strength
* Allows us to pray easier
* To make the right decisions
* To stand up to others
* Helps us to stay strong, even when things are not ok.
HOMEWORK (due on 1/30/22)
1) Is there a person in your life whose presence makes you feel calm and safe?
2) St. John Bosco said "The longer you stay away from Communion, the more your soul will become weak, and in the end you will become dangerously indifferent"
* In your words - what does this quote mean?
* How important do you think receiving the Eucharist is for you?
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