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Videos:
The Eucharist: Source and Summit of Christian Life - (37 min) It looks like bread and wine, yet it is called the Real Presence of Jesus. It is also called the Eucharist, but many Catholics would struggle to explain what that word means. What do Catholics really believe about the Sacrament of the Eucharist, and why has it become the center point of the Mass and our lives as Catholics? ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA | TEENS
Jesus and the Eucharist - In the midst of the roaring waves of today's times, Jesus Christ invites us to return to the Source and Summit of our faith—his Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist. The Eucharistic Revival is a national movement to renew the Church by enkindling a living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. FORMED is proud to accompany the USCCB as we reinvigorate the Church in her understanding of and love for Our Lord in this sacrament. Learn what the Church teaches about this precious gift and why it is pivotal to your spiritual journey through these resources on FORMED! ADULTS
Love, Broken and Poured Out: Living a Eucharistic Life by Dr. Mary Healy - (30 min) ADULTS | RCIA
The Bread of Life by Dr. Brant Pitre - (30 min) A video of Dr. Brant Pitre unpacking Jesus' "hard teaching" found in the Gospel of John 6. ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
The INCREDIBLE Eucharistic Miracles with Fr. Robert Spitzer - The Eucharist is one of the greatest signs of Christ’s love for us; not only did he want to be with us for 33 years and save us from our sins, but he also wanted to be united with us after his ascension in a radical way. Did you know there are miracles that back up the true presence of the Eucharist? It’s true! And I brought Fr. Robert Spitzer back to tell us about the incredible science behind them. You’ll also get a primer on the metaphysics of the Eucharist, what “transubstantiation” means and the incredible stories of several Eucharistic miracles! Hearing Fr. Spitzer talk about these topics was incredibly helpful for my Faith, and I hope it will be so for you, as well. ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
Walk Through the Mass: Exploring the Sacred Liturgy - (34 min) Every Sunday, Catholics gather together to celebrate the Mass. But do we understand the deeper meaning of what happens there? Now we can. ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
Audio Files: These files are great to download to your phone in the FORMED app and listen while you drive to work, walk the dog or workout!
Answering Common Objectives: The Eucharist by Dr. Scott Hahn - (71 min) Covering the Biblical evidence for the authority of the Pope, the doctrine of Purgatory, devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Saints, the Sacrament of Confession, the Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist, and more, the remarkable set is an essential resource for answering the various objections that Protestants makes to the Catholic Faith. ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
The Body and Blood of Christ by Dr. Scott Hahn - (79 min) - Dr. Scott Hahn, a former Presbyterian minister, provides the Biblical basis for the Church's teaching on the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist and the significance of the Feast of Corpus Christi. It also gives us a greater understanding of our vocation to be the living presence of Christ in the world. ADULT | YOUNG ADULT | RCIA
The Holy Eucharist with Bishop Barron - Matt Fradd and Bishop Robert Barron sit down on "Pints with Aquinas" to discuss the source and summit of our faith: the Holy Eucharist. ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist by Dr. Brant Pitre - (37 min) Dr. Brant Pitre uses the Hebrew Scriptures and Jewish tradition to frame the actions of Jesus at the Last Supper and to provide a fresh look at the heart of Catholic practice—the Eucharist. By taking us back to the Jewish roots of our faith, Dr. Pitre gives us a powerful lens through which to see anew the bread of the presence, the manna, the Last Supper, and ultimately the meaning of the Eucharist. ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
The Fourth Cup by Dr. Scott Hahn - (58 min) Dr. Hahn explains Christ's Paschal Sacrifice on the cross as the fulfillment of the traditional fourth cup used in the celebration of the Jewish Passover meal. He draws a symbolic parallel to the Last Supper and Christ's death on Calvary. Through his scholarly insights and important biblical connections, Mass will come alive for you as never before! ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
The Lamb's Supper by Dr. Scott Hahn - A 75 min audio file of based on his bestselling book, Dr. Scott Hahn reveals the early Christians' key to understanding the Mass:the Book of Revelation. With its bizarre imagery, mystic visions of Heaven, and end-times prophecies, it mirrors the sacrifice and celebration of the Holy Eucharist. See the Mass with new eyes, pray the Liturgy with a renewed heart, and enter into the Mass more fully and enthusiastically! ADULTS | YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
True Worship by Fr. Michael Schmitz - In this 75 min presentation Fr. Mike, inspires and educates in this Lighthouse Talk about the highest form of worship—the Mass. His Newman Center focuses on being fed through the Sacraments as well as study and knowledge of the Church and has thrived under his humble and Spirit-filled guidance. Through this vibrant presentation, Fr. Mike makes sure that you will have a deeper and more profound experience of the Mass. YOUNG ADULTS | RCIA
FOR KIDS/FAMILIES:
Brother Francis - The Bread of Life: Celebrating the Eucharist - Join Brother Francis in the delightfully inspirational and instructive presentation that teaches children all about the sacrament of the Eucharist!
Presence: for Children - In this 11 min video Fr. John Riley talks about the Miracle at Every Mass.