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The 'Real Presence' and How it Can Help Yr. 7s

 

The 'Real Presence' is a Catholic belief in which Jesus is present at the Eucharist, not symbolically, but in a real, significant sense. This means that the bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ while still retaining the appearance of bread and wine.

An image of Jesus Christ relating to the Eucharist, signifying the belief of the 'Real Presence'

The 'Real Presence' can assist Year 7 students cultivate their relationship with Jesus and God, cleanse them of their sins, sustain their spiritual beliefs, and live out the benefits of the Eucharist so that they can become better people in their daily lives.

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