Today, the majority of Catholics do not, or cannot attend Sunday Mass. What are they missing? In the Gospel, Christ prepares His followers to receive His Body in the Eucharist. He gave the Church His real presence because it is in Christ that we find our true happiness. As Saint Augustine said, “You have made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in You.” Ponder the real presence of Christ this week, whether at home or in person if you are able.
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