Sunday 6 April 2008

St Mary Abbots 6th April Emmaus

Michael Ramsey wrote

"For the early Christians, the breaking of the bread was a central link both with the passion and resurrection. Through the Eucharist, the people of Christ still shew forth His death and feed on his life, and Calvary and Easter are perpetuated in the life of the Church"

Today's Collect calls on us to be strengthened and sustained by the resurrection.

Eucharist plays a significant role.

Luke 24 - great story of Jesus revealing himself through the breaking of the bread on the road to Emmaus.

Self revelation of Jesus.

Was it a Eucharist?

Last Supper - Jesus explains the Passion.

Emmaus - Jesus explains the Resurrection.

The resurrection is at the heart of the Christian life as a Resurrection feast.

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