This is My Body: A Call to Eucharistic Revival

A recent survey by the Pew Forum uncovered a troubling statistic: a staggering 69% of Catholics do not affirm the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. For many, the Eucharist is reduced to a mere symbol, and the Mass viewed as a casual gathering to recall Jesus' life.

This revelation signals a spiritual crisis, considering the Eucharist is deemed "the source and summit of the Christian life." Responding to this urgent need, Bishop Robert Barron, then Chair of the Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, initiated efforts to address the issue. Thus, the National Eucharistic Revival emerged from collaborative discussions among bishops.

"This Is My Body: A Call to Eucharistic Revival" is crafted to complement this revival. In this concise yet enlightening work, Bishop Barron presents a comprehensive examination of the Eucharist as a sacred meal, sacrifice, and the Real Presence. By delving into the sacrament of Jesus' Body and Blood, readers are guided towards a deeper understanding, fostering a more profound connection with Christ.

Through Bishop Barron's elucidation, readers are invited to rediscover the profound truth encapsulated in Jesus' words at the Last Supper: "Take, eat; this is my body... Drink from it, all of you; for this is my blood of the covenant."