Faith & Life Grade 8 · Chapter 7 · The Church Sanctifying: Sacraments of Membership
Many Names for One Mystery
The Eucharist is so rich that no single name can describe it. The Catechism lists many names, and each one highlights a different side of the same mystery (CCC 1328-1332).
Explore the idea
Select a name, then choose what it highlights. Ask students which name they use most and why.
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Discuss the connection
Which name for the Eucharist means the most to you? Why might the Church need so many names for one sacrament?
An original interactive exercise for Faith & Life Grade 8, Chapter 7 (“The Church Sanctifying: Sacraments of Membership”). Grounded in Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
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