(catholic) question about mass

[RAMCLAP]

i don't believe any of that stuff is biblical. that's why i am not catholic but rather Christian.

As a christian we follow true biblical scripture which is not the experience i had and observe with the catholic religion.

there are bible lessons about not partaking in such rituals

You can start your own thread on the subject. This isn't a debate thread.

[jarhead714]

The most important thing about receiving Holy Communion is that you must be in a state of grace. For venial sins this state can be achieved by yourself but mortal sins must be confessed and penance paid before receiving the body and blood of Christ. It is critical and that is why I only take Communion once or twice a year. One must be worthy of receiving Him. My work schedule never coincides with Confession and my soul suffers.

[Sixshot87]

thank you all. Looks like I'll be headed to confession*** before I proceed.

[therealnickb]

thank you all. Looks like I'll be headed to confusion before I proceed.

Paging Sigmund Freud.

[Joe Kidd]

I'm not of the Catholic tradition yet the historical record is clear. If there were no Roman and Eastern churches early on, there would be no Christianity. The term "Catholic" meaning "universal", almost all Christian traditions share about 80% or more of the universal, or catholic with a small "c" Christian beliefs. If we focus on shared beliefs instead of the differences, then we gain understanding. Though a traditional Presbyterian, I find I have more in common with Catholic believers than I do with folks telling me I'm in serious error if I don't use the King James Bible; or that I don't have the Holy Spirit if I don't speak in tongues. I don't want to start a debate, I'm just advocating for respect. In agreement unity, in disagreement liberty, and in all things charity.

[BoogNasty]

I'm not of the Catholic tradition yet the historical record is clear. If there were no Roman and Eastern churches early on, there would be no Christianity. The term "Catholic" meaning "universal", almost all Christian traditions share about 80% or more of the universal, or catholic with a small "c" Christian beliefs. If we focus on shared beliefs instead of the differences, then we gain understanding. Though a traditional Presbyterian, I find I have more in common with Catholic believers than I do with folks telling me I'm in serious error if I don't use the King James Bible; or that I don't have the Holy Spirit if I don't speak in tongues. I don't want to start a debate, I'm just advocating for respect. In agreement unity, in disagreement liberty, and in all things charity.

Well put Joe Kidd, Christ wants his body (the church) to be united, not divided. Thanks for that!

[Sixshot87]

Paging Sigmund Freud.

lol sorry nick, stupid auto correct. fixed

[stevemac]

Yes the blood of Christ is drunk by all, and as others have said "Amen" is the response to the priests prompt

Thanks for the clarification. I was under the impression that in the Roman Catholic tradition only the Priest drank from the cup.

[monk]

Thanks for the clarification. I was under the impression that in the Roman Catholic tradition only the Priest drank from the cup.

In the Catholic churches I've been in the challis is optional for, I believe, adults and maybe teenagers.

[AragornElessar86]

Availability of the Chalice in catholic churches depends from parish to parish, but most offer only the Host.

And the correct response is "Amen" and making the sign of the cross.

[billvau]

You can start your own thread on the subject. This isn't a debate thread.

Amen.

Let the Catholics answer the Catholics.

[FortyFiveSeventy]

The Eucharist is 100% biblical. In all four gospels we are taught about this. Jesus said "take this all of you and eat it, this is my body. Take this cup and drink of it, this is my blood, the blood of the new and eternal covenant.

St Paul also speaks of the Eucharist in 1 Corinthians 11. In this chapter he talks about the Eucharist and warning not to eat and drink if you are in a state of mortal sin.

So to answer your question the magic word is amen, but if it has been a while I would recommend going to confession first so you can be in full communion with Christ.

I hope this helps and thanks be to God!

but arent there also teachings about those who preach in robes and strange hats?

[RAMCLAP]

but arent there also teachings about those who preach in robes and strange hats?

Again, this is a thread for Catholics not smartasses. You're very new so we'll cut you some slack. In the meantime read the sticky at the top of the Faith Forums and live by it.

[johnthomas]

I am Southern Baptist, When I go to a Catholic Church and they are doing that part of the Mass, I put both hands on my heart, the Priest does a blessing and moves on.

[WASR10]

As a non-Catholic, and in my youth (before I knew how to respect the mass) I found myself in the line for the Eucharist. I didn't know what to do. I was suddenly before the priest, listening to his words, I said 'Amen' performed the cross sign and took the wafer and wine. Then moved passed. I realized later it was better for me to abstain rather than involve myself in a rite I didn't understand. Since then i have gained understanding, I have learned to bow my head in reverence, and forgo the rite. Though it is not part of my faith, I find it a beautiful act.