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Consecration
Consecration is the act by which the bread and wine are changed into the Body and Blood of Christ during the Mass.
The consecration is the heart of the Eucharistic celebration, when by the words of Christ and the invocation of the Holy Spirit, the bread and wine become Christ's Body and Blood (CCC 1353, 1375). This is the moment of Transubstantiation (CCC 1376).
Sacramental Change
At the moment of consecration, the priest acts in persona Christi (in the person of Christ) to accomplish the mystery (CCC 1348, 1548).
Frequently Asked Questions
What words are used? The priest uses the words of institution from the Last Supper: 'This is my body... This is the chalice of my blood' (CCC 1353).
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