Analogy Apologetics OCIA Class 22 · Book Chapter 22 · The Mass
Aa · Understanding the Mass
A visitor asks, “If Jesus already offered Himself on the Cross, what happens at Mass?” Work through that question from several angles, distinguishing Christ’s action from the misunderstandings that can make Catholic worship difficult to explain.
Explore the idea
Discuss each question together, then choose the best answer. Read the feedback that appears after each choice and pause to explain the distinction in your own words before continuing.
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Discuss the connection
A friend says, “Either the Mass repeats Jesus’ death, or it is only a reminder. I cannot see a third possibility.” How would you explain the missing possibility in ordinary language? Discuss what the priest does, what remains Christ’s action, and why the Mass matters for people now.
An original interactive exercise associated with the Analogy Apologetics book, Chapter 22, and OCIA Class 22.