Eucharist as a Celebration of Forgiveness

by Francis J. Moloney

Francis Moloney's new book is an in-depth study of the history and theology of the Eucharist as primarily a celebration of forgiveness rather than as a tool for exclusion, and the ethical consequences that arise from such a study. The author first tracks how we came to the "exclusive" and "need for holiness" criterion for admission to the eucharistic table. This must begin with 1 Cor 11, and then see where it goes from there--historically and theologically...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809153165
• ISBN13: 9780809153169
• Release Date: May 2017
• Publisher: Paulist Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.4" x 8.5"