Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Who is Welcome at the Table?
Much debate has addressed the use of the Eucharist as a
stick to put pressure on politicians. There are even deeper questions. The
Episcopal Church asks: “What is required of us when we come to the Eucharist?”
Its answer: “It is required that we should examine our
lives, repent of our sins, and be in love and charity with all people.” http://www.episcopalchurch.org/visitors_11764_ENG_HTM.htm
Jesus went further. At the Last Supper Judas received the Eucharist. In
practice, my understanding is that all are welcome at the table in Episcopal
churches. Is the regulatory approach of the Roman Catholic Church more
consistent with scripture? Has the regulatory approach served pastoral needs better?
https://mirrorofjustice.blogs.com/mirrorofjustice/2007/06/who_is_welcome_.html