4/25/2021
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| Duccio, "Crevole Madonna" |
Still with Chapter IV on Holy Communion, especially its first section on “The Dispositions for the Reception of Holy Communion.” It’s a pertinent section for our purposes since it describes duties that are incumbent upon the priest in direct and immediate relation to his handling of the MBS. In other words, our purpose, largely described, concerns reviewing in detail those aspects of the priest’s responsibility which pertain immediately to his custody of the MBS: Reservation, Veneration, Holy Communion.
Backing up within this section, slightly, to how it begins in paragraph 80, RS draws attention first the catechetical instruction Pastors must give their people concerning the difference between the Penitential Act and the Sacrament of Penance. This encouragement constantly to catechize the faithful on these basic points is helpful.
Ahead to Paragraph 84, RS reminds the pastor of his duty to inform those present how strictly to be observed is the Church’s discipline concerning approaching to receive Holy Communion. This is especially the case when there are large crowds attending, as in cities, or with non-Catholics or non-Christians present. RS indicates the pastor should be on the lookout for the opportune moment to discharge this duty.
Paragraph 85 indicates CIC 844 on the administration of the sacraments to non-Catholic Christians.
Paragraph 86 specifically encourages the practice of Sacramental Confession as a preparation for receiving Holy Communion. “The faithful should be led insistently to the practice.
