The Eucharist today

Abstract

Contemporary eucharistic theology focuses on the liturgical action of the Mass as a whole, stressing equally that it is a sacred banquet, a memorial and a sacrifice. It is an action of the gathered assmebly, not just of the presiding priest. Here some of these key ideas will be explored in the hope that they will enable all those who celebrate Eucharist to have a deeper appreciation of the profound action in which they engage.