The Shocking Reality of the Eucharist

It's easy to fall into a routine and lose sight of the little miracles all around us. Unfortunately, it is even easy to fall into a routine and lose sight of the greatest miracle of all, happening right in front of us.

Today, Fr. Mike discusses the greatest gift God has ever given man: himself. Christ offered his body at the Last Supper, he sacrificed it on the Cross, and he continues to give himself to us at each and every Mass. Fr. Mike explains the shocking reality of what it means to eat Jesus' body and drink Jesus' blood. This flesh, the Incarnate Word of God, redeemed the world. His body and blood are what save our fallen human nature and they are what give us life. This miracle, occurring each time we go to Mass, gives us an opportunity to partake in redemption, unite with our Savior, and live a sacramental life.

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[channah]

I am not even Catholic, but I can feel how the Eucharist is CHANGING me - I have started going to adoration every day, as soon as I found out what it really was. The first time I went, I cried. I was scared of RCIA before, but not any more - not after spending all these hours with Him. It feels too right.

[Life-ermq]

Fr. Mike your video “The Hour That Will Change Your Life” is the reason I became fascinated with the Eucharist as a spiritually numb Protestant Christian. I am happy to say that I have come into the Church this past July 10th and I am ecstatic that I can literally have Christ within me sacramentally every single day. I’ve never felt closer to Christ in my entire life and I love being in full communion with the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic, Church. God bless you 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[Nicole]

My husband and I had part of John 6 read at our wedding Mass for the Gospel. Some people thought that was weird, but it is the core of our faith and His greatest gift to us. Just as I was joined as one with my husband in the sacrament of marriage, Jesus is one with us when we receive the Eucharist.

[projecteucharist]

Beautiful! I am studying for the priesthood, please keep me in your prayers that I may become a holy priest of God 🥰

[chelseahealingtoheal]

WOW WOW WOW!!! 🤯 I am a Protestant but have been on my journey to Catholicism for a few months now doing tons of research and praying. And this video just broke down the last major wall keeping me from the church. I already planned on at least going through the classes, I think called RCIA, but had many reservations about the Eucharist, I just couldn’t wrap my mind around it and feared that would keep me from ever being able to become Catholic. Father Mike, when you brought up the incarnation, my soul cried out in relief, joy and amazement. I am so in love with my Lord and Savior and just overwhelmed with pure joy! It is so ironic that Catholics are so much more knowledgeable and in depth with the Bible, when growing up Protestant in a “Sola Scriptura” environment, learning half truths and complete misconceptions. Protestant beliefs left me feeling lost, confused and with little to no faith. Learning from the Catholic Church has not only brought me back to Jesus, but has allowed me to truly have faith deeply as well as intellectually. The beauty of how everything in the Bible ties together is so miraculous that it can only be God’s word, and now I FINALLY understand the Eucharist and believe in it! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU FATHER MIKE! Thank the Lord I found Catholicism and thank the Lord we have men like you to teach us!!! ❤❤❤ I cannot wait until I have my first communion!

[michaelibach]

I suffered from reactive attachment disorder for 40 years, from infancy, until the breaking of the bread at my first Catholic mass. The Eucharist is exactly what the Catholic Church claims it to be. I would gladly die on this hill.

[JeevanMathew]

You are such a blessing to me, Father Mike. My faith has grown so much because of your godly wisdom in these videos. Thank you.

[dmg]

I'm going to share this with my dear friend who's not a practising Catholic anymore. Just a couple of days ago she insisted that Holy Communion was just a symbol, not the real Body & Blood of Our Lord. I reminded her of Jesus's words at the last supper but to no avail. I was desperate to convince her. Now I can show her this, as your explanation is so clear. Thank you Fr Mike. It's amazing how I was led to see this. Just what I needed. Praise be to God. 🙏🙏🙏

[gemmasaathoff]

This is why I love going to the Traditional Latin Mass --such beauty and reverence for the Holy Eucharist!!

[sylviamar]

The greatest gift that God Father could give us. Bless the Lord

[williamhaislip]

As an Anglican, I can truly say that I can feel Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist. It has transformed and nourished my faith.

[Toastedfroggy]

Let’s pray for the Protestants who deny Jesus’s own words here in His clear teaching in John 6

[CWfNv]

God shows His love for us in so many ways.

[CWfNv]

These are such important truths we need to contemplate on a regular basis. Thank you, Fr Mike. God Bless. Claire.

[debbieedwards]

The Catholic teaching on the Eucharist is what made me convert to the Catholic faith.

[metsanmet]

We did not hear Jesus say: " calm down fellas, i'm not say that literally. Come here and let me explain myself better."
He actually said to the disciples if they want to leave too. I always thought that this is an amazing and so simple way to understand Jesus said that literally.
Sorry for my english.

[natantateishi]

It is so important for Catholics to understand the teachings of the Church. Thank you Father Mike and Ascention Presents!

[hogstooth]

I know you have discussed this topic a few times before, but it definitely deserves to be repeated. This is my favorite topic you discuss in your videos. Well said.

[lemmdus]

Hello Fr Mike. I always love your lessons and Bible in a year!

[michelleferrao]

Thank you Fr Mike 🌟
Once we understand the Eucharist we will never leave the Church. Not because the church won't let us but because our hearts won't let us.

The greatest love story of all times is contained in a tiny host.

When we look at the cross we understand how much Jesus loved us then ✝️
When we look at the Sacred Host we understand how much Jesus loves us now🌻