By Kodjo Adams, GNA
Accra, June 8, GNA – Reverend Father Isaac Kofi Quayson, Assistant Parish Priest of St. Kizito Catholic Church, Nima, has urged Catholics to allow the Holy Eucharist to have a meaningful and positive impact on their spiritual lives.
“The same way drinking water stimulates our appetite for food should also inspire us to desire and properly prepare for Holy Communion,” he said.
Rev. Fr. Quayson made these remarks on Sunday in Accra during a sermon to mark the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi).
The solemnity celebrates the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and offers the faithful a joyful opportunity to publicly honour the Blessed Sacrament through Mass, hymns, and processions.
He encouraged the faithful to consciously nurture their desire for Holy Communion by reflecting on God’s goodness and protection in their lives, adding that such reflection prevented spiritual weakness.
“Think about the many blessings God has bestowed on you. Showing gratitude will awaken your desire to receive Holy Communion and prepare you to dine with God,” he said.
Rev. Fr. Quayson noted that acknowledging God’s presence in one’s life deepens one’s relationship with Him and leads to answered prayers.
He further advised Christians to spend time with Jesus Christ in Eucharistic adoration through prayer and meditation on the Word of God, stressing that “the Word was made flesh and dwells among us.”
The priest highlighted frequent confession and the avoidance of what he described as “spiritual junk food,” such as petty sins, as essential in preparing to receive the Body and Blood of Christ.
“We must rid ourselves of sins such as laziness in prayer, stealing, and other vices that weaken our union with Christ and prevent us from receiving Holy Communion worthily,” he said.
He cautioned against trivialising sin, adding that St. Paul reminds Christians that some have become weak because they receive Holy Communion in a state of sin.
Rev. Fr. Quayson urged Catholics to prepare themselves adequately, both spiritually and mentally, for Mass to fully receive God’s blessings.
He also expressed concern about the casual attitude of some congregants, citing behaviours such as chewing gum and lack of attentiveness during Mass.
“How can one receive the blessings of God with this attitude?” he asked.
The priest encouraged the faithful to nurture their spiritual lives so they can withstand life’s temptations and grow closer to God.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe
Reporter: Kodjo Adams
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