Sacraments and God's Grace, Unit 3, Chapter 8

Eucharistic adoration

The practice of praying in front of the Blessed Sacrament, which is exposed in a monstrance or ciborium on an altar.

monstrance

A sacred vessel used for the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament for adoration and benediction.

the Eucharist

What is the culminating Sacrament of Christian Initiation?

tabernacle

What is the box-like vessel for the reservation of the consecrated Eucharist?

the Greeting

This is how the Concluding Rites begin, though it functions as a goodbye.

The Prayer over the People

One of the three blessings the priest prays over the assembly, which follows the Greeting.

missio

The Latin word meaning "mission" that reminds us we are sent on a mission for Christ after the Eucharist.

"Go forth!"

Each of the different dismissal options includes this common directive regarding how we can share the Good News with others.

"Thanks to be God."

The people's response to the dismissal.

strengthens our union with Christ

One of the effects of receiving the Eucharist.

mortal sin

What does the Eucharist protect us from?

the Sunday Eucharist

The foundation and confirmation of all Christian practice.

Catholic Relief Services

The official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic Church in the United States.

reverence

This is what we show when we genuflect in front of the altar and prayerfully prepare to receive the Eucharist.