If we believe that this mysterious food (ibid.) Soon the task of taking the Blessed Eucharist to those absent was confided to the sacred ministers alone, so as the better to ensure the respect due to the sacrament and to meet the needs of the faithful. (see Norms for the Distribution and Reception of Holy Communion under Both Kinds in the Dioceses of the United States of America 41). This method of distributing holy communion must be retained, taking the present situation of the Church in the entire world into account, not merely because it has many centuries of-tradition behind it, but especially because it expresses the faithfuls reverence for the Eucharist. The Congregation for Divine Worship on May 29, 1969 When it celebrates the memorial of the Lord, by that rite the Church witnesses to its faith and adoration of Christ, who is present in the sacrifice and who is given as food to those who share in the Eucharistic table. 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When therefore a small number of episcopal conferences and some individual bishops asked that the practice of placing the consecrated hosts in the peoples hands be permitted in their territories, the Holy Father decided that all the bishops of the Latin Church should be asked if they thought it opportune to introduce this rite. These changes have made of the eucharistic banquet and the faithful fulfillment of Christ's command a clearer and more vital symbol. History of Joseph The Carpenter From Volume 8 Did Jesus have brothers. His respectful attitude should be proportionate to what he is doing. 1. Here's why Communion on the tongue is, all things being equal, the most suitable manner of reception. The result of this catechesis should be to remove any suggestion of wavering on the part of the Church in its faith in the eucharistic presence, and also to remove any danger or even suggestion of profanation. In continuity with the Virgins faith, in the Eucharistic mystery we are asked to believe that the same Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of Mary, becomes present in his full humanity and divinity under the signs of bread and wine (55). Three questions were asked of the bishops, and the replies received by March 12, 1969 were as follows: Do you think that attention should be paid to the desire that, over and above the traditional manner, the rite of receiving Holy Communion on the hand should be admitted? It is certainly true that ancient usage once allowed the faithful to take this divine food in their hands and to place it in their mouths themselves. 12. It carries certain dangers with it which may arise from the new manner of administering holy communion: the danger of a loss of reverence for the august sacrament of the altar, of profanation, of adulterating the true doctrine. 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Three questions were asked of the bishops, and the replies received by 12 March 1969 were as follows: 1. "[9] Lastly, it ensures that diligent carefulness about the fragments of consecrated bread which the Church has always recommended: "What you have allowed to drop, think of it as though you had lost one of your own members."[10]. 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When the communion is distributed under both kinds, it is never permitted to place in the hands of the communicants hosts which have first been placed in the Blood of the Lord. Yes: 835 | No: 1,185 | Invalid votes: 128. 5. When the Church celebrates the memorial of the Lord it affirms by the very rite itself its faith in Christ and its adoration of him, Christ present in the sacrifice and given as food to those who share . The Apostolic See therefore emphatically urges bishops, priests and laity to obey carefully the law which is still valid and which has again been confirmed. Read about who resides there and the administrative functions that are accomplished, See a list of SSPX chapels in the US District: their contact information and Mass schedules, See a list of SSPX schools in the US District: their contact information and the grade levels taught in each school, See a list of Retreat Centers in the US District with addresses and phone numbers. Elizabeths life is a gentle rebuke to our fractious age of outrage. Therefore, taking into account the remarks and the advice of those whom "the Holy Spirit has placed to rule over" the Churches,[11] in view of the gravity of the matter and the force of the arguments put forward, the Holy Father has decided not to change the existing way of administering holy communion to the faithful. Note: in the Acta Apostolicae Sedis (pp. Whether receiving Communion on the tongue, in the hand, or each way from time to time, every communicant should reflect upon how the outward manner of reception expresses and fosters his or her Eucharistic faith. Notification Regarding Certain Writings of Fr. His respectful attitude should be proportionate to what he is doing. Rather ought it to strengthen his sense of his dignity as a member of the Mystical Body of Christ, of which baptism and the grace of the Eucharist make him a part. While it is tempting to think of sacrifice as essentially pain, loss, suffering, and deprivation, at its heart sacrifice is union with God, divinization, and becoming love with Christ (76). Memoriale Domini (Instruction on the Manner of Distributing Holy Communion) by the Sacred Congregation for Divine Worship, 1969. Is it your wish that this new rite be first tried in small communities, with the consent of the bishop? A unique religious community within the Church, integrally promoting and preserving the treasures of Catholic tradition around the world, The structure of authority of the SSPX, the practical organization of the members into various divisions and its essential works, The history of the SSPX: a work of God's Providence. 546-547) the Instruction was accompanied by a sample of the letter (in French) which is sent to hierarchies who ask for and are granted permission to introduce the practice of holy communion on the hand. My hope is that this site can help answer some of the many misconceptions and/or questions regarding catholic doctrine. Submit a post and lets start having some civil and respectful conversations. A publication reflecting 40 years of restoring all things in Christ. When the Church celebrates the memorial of the Lord it affirms by the very rite itself its faith in Christ and its adoration of him, Christ present in the sacrifice and given as food to those who share . Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Curial Documents | EWTN These changes have made of the eucharistic banquet and the faithful fulfillment of Christs command a clearer and more vital symbol. Issued on May 29, 1969. The calling to serve God in a particular way to aid in His divine plan for the salvation of souls, How do you know if God is calling you to the priesthood?