Inspirational Quotes on the Eucharist

 

Here are some quotes that capture the essence of the Eucharist and its significance in our faith journey:

• St. Thomas Aquinas: "The Eucharist is the Sacrament of Love; It signifies Love, it produces Love. The Eucharist is the consummation of the whole spiritual life."
• St. John Vianney: "There is nothing so great as the Eucharist. If God had something more precious, He would have given it to us."
• Pope Francis: "The Eucharist, although it is the fullness of sacramental life, is not a prize for the perfect but a powerful medicine and nourishment for the weak."
• St. Teresa of Calcutta: "When you look at the Crucifix, you understand how much Jesus loved you then. When you look at the Sacred Host, you understand how much Jesus loves you now."
• St. Augustine: "Recognize in this bread what hung on the cross, and in this chalice what flowed from His side... whatever was in many and varied ways announced beforehand in the sacrifices of the Old Testament pertains to this one sacrifice which is revealed in the New Testament."

Embracing the Eucharistic Feast

The Eucharist is a profound gift that calls us to live out its transformative power in our lives. By understanding and embracing the teachings of the Church on this sacrament, we can deepen our relationship with Christ and grow in our commitment to living as His disciples. Let us approach the Eucharistic feast with hearts full of gratitude and a desire to be nourished and transformed by the Bread of Life.