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What things are necessary for the worthy reception of Holy Communion?
For a worthy reception of Holy Communion, three things are necessary: first, to be in the grace of God; second, to recognize and to consider whom we are about to receive; third, to observe the Eucharistic fast.
What does it mean "to be in the grace of God?"
"To be in the grace of God" means to have one's soul free from all mortal sin.
If a person receives Holy Communion knowing that he is in mortal sin, does he receive Jesus Christ?
He who receives Holy Communion knowing that he is in mortal sin, does indeed receive Jesus Christ, but not His grace. In fact, he commits a sacrilege, another mortal sin.
What does it mean to "recognize and to consider whom one is about to receive"?
To "recognize and consider whom one is about to receive" means that we should approach our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist with a living faith, with an ardent desire, and with deep humility and modesty.
What does the Eucharistic fast require?
The Eucharistic fast requires one who is to receive the Holy Eucharist to abstain from any food or drink (except water and medicine) for one hour before Holy Communion.
In danger of death, may one receive Holy Communion without fasting?
Yes, in danger of death, one may receive Holy Communion without fasting.
Is there an obligation to receive Holy Communion?
Yes, there is an obligation to receive Holy Communion at least once a year during the Easter season.
It is beneficial to receive Holy Communion frequently?
It is beneficial to receive Holy Communion frequently, even every day, provided one has the proper dispositions.
Why is the Most Holy Eucharist kept in the churches?
The Most Holy Eucharist is kept in the churches so that the faithful may adore the Eucharist, and so that it is available for Holy Communion.