Become What You Receive: A Systematic Study of the Eucharist

by John H. McKenna

Publisher:

Liturgy Training Publications

, 2011

Overview

In this remarkable book, theologian and teacher John McKenna examines our use of sign and symbol as it pertains to the study of the Eucharist, ‘the source and summit’ of the Church. Become What You Receive clarifies the symbols and reality of the Eucharist in a way that will deepen the understanding of this sublime mystery of the Faith. The related concepts of sign and symbol as they pertain to the Eucharist are sometimes difficult concepts to explain and teach. In clear and accessible language, McKenna clarifies the use of sign and symbol from anthropological, phenomenological, ecumenical, and New Testament perspectives. His solid grasp of the history of the Eucharist adds a unique ecumenical perspective as he expertly analyzes historical backgrounds and current eucharistic theologies.

Key Features

• Examines our use of sign and symbol as it pertains to the study of the Eucharist.
• Clarifies the symbols and reality of the Eucharist.
• Explores the anthropological, phenomenological, ecumenical, and New Testament perspectives.

Contents

• Chapter 1: Symbol and Reality: Some Anthropological Considerations
• Chapter 2: Phenomenology of Meal: A Means to Understanding the Eucharist
• Chapter 3: Meal in the Old Testament (Hebrew Scriptures)
• Chapter 4: Eucharist: Celebration of Service
• Chapter 5: The Eucharist and the Resurrection
• Chapter 6: Eucharist and Memorial
• Chapter 7: Searching for Our Roots
• Chapter 8: Changing Attitudes toward the Eucharist over the Centuries
• Chapter 9: Eucharistic Presence: An Invitation to Dialogue
• Chapter 10: Eucharist and Sacrifice: An Overview
• Chapter 11: Eucharist and the Holy Spirit

Product Details

• Title: Become What You Receive: A Systematic Study of the Eucharist
• Author: John H. McKenna
• Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications
• Print Publication Date: 2011
• Pages: 256
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• Subjects: Catholic Church; Catholic Church Doctrines
• ISBNs: 9781595250360, 1595250360
• Resource ID: LLS:BCMWHTYSSTCHRST
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-10-10T18:52:50Z

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