Bishop Paprocki: Recognizing Jesus In The Eucharist: Reflection On The Solemnity Of Corpus Christi
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By The Most Reverend Thomas John Paprocki, Napa Institute, August 2020
On the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, known by its Latin name as Corpus Christi, celebrated this year on June 14th, Catholics all over the world joined together in the ancient tradition of carrying the Blessed Sacrament in procession through the public streets, not only as a sign of our common faith, devotion and adoration of Christ’s Real Presence in the Eucharist, but also as a witness to the fact that Christ is also present in our world. He does not remain hidden in the tabernacles of our churches, but comes into our lives, into our very hearts and souls, each time we receive Him in the Eucharist.
As Moses reminded the people to remember the Lord and all the marvelous deeds He did for them in leading them out of slavery in Egypt, as we go out into the world we are to remember the Lord and give thanks for all that He has done for us in leading us out of slavery to sin and into the promise of eternal life, which He promises through the gift of His Body and Blood. We are to make Him manifest in the world through our lives, our faith, and our good works. …
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