Wordless Wednesday: Corpus Christi
Wednesday May 21, 2008
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I love this photo Scott! It’s very informative and compelling. Is the wafer Body of Christ?
Amen.
I love the solemnity of this photo!
Beautiful picture. I love the concentration on the priests face.
Ferne
Thanks, Sukhmandir. This is the section of the Mass known as the Elevation, which comes right after the priest (in this case, Pope Benedict XVI) consecrates the bread. So yes, since the consecration has occurred, the wafer is the Body of Christ.
Immediately after the Elevation, the priest places the Host back on a golden plate and genuflects, to show his respect for and submission to the Lord.
I love how focused the priest is—he looks like he is completely in the moment. This is such a beautiful part of the Mass.
Being Catholic, I can certainly appreciate this photo! Simply lovely!
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My favorite part of the Mass. Peace be with you, Scott.
What a great photo of the Holy Father! I love this feast, especially after seeing Corpus Christi celebrations in Italy.