The Hidden Depths of the Mass #26

The Eucharistic Prayer – The Institution Narrative cont’d

Last week we discussed the Institution Narrative where Jesus instituted the Eucharist as he said, ‘this is my Body…this is my Blood.”  We believe in the Real Presence because Jesus says so. 

When Jesus was in the boat on the stormy sea (Mark 4:35-41), He said to the sea, “Quiet, be still!” and it was still.  We believe this is true.  Likewise, we believe what we read in John 11:43-44.  Lazarus had been dead in the tomb for four days but when Jesus said, “Lazarus, come out!,” what Jesus commanded was fulfilled.  In the same way, we trust Jesus’ words when He says the bread and wine become his Body and Blood.