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Lesson 23: ON THE END FOR WHICH THE HOLY EUCHARIST WAS INSTITUTED

Lesson 23: ON THE END FOR WHICH THE HOLY EUCHARIST WAS INSTITUTED
    251.Q. Why did Christ institute the Holy Eucharist?
    252.Q. How are we united to Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist?
    253.Q. What is Holy Communion?
    254.Q. What is necessary to make a good Communion?
    255.Q. Does he who receives Communion in mortal sin receive the body and blood of Christ?
    256.Q. Is it enough to be free from mortal sin, to receive plentifully the graces of Holy Communion?
    257.Q. What is the fast necessary for Holy Communion?
    258.Q. Is anyone ever allowed to receive Holy Communion when not fasting?
    259.Q. When are we bound to receive Holy Communion? A. We are bound to receive Holy Communion, under pain of mortal sin, during the Easter time and when in danger of death.
    260.Q. Is it well to receive Holy Communion often?
    261.Q. What should we do after Holy Communion?

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