My daughter is getting married soon in a Catholic church. We are Lutheran (LCMS), although have attended Catholic masses in the past, so am familiar with their services. There will be no communion at this wedding. When I am escorted to my seat, should I genuflect before sitting? Is there anything else we should or shouldn't do that we need to know about?
Deacon Bob
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Jun 1, 2006, 8:07 PM
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Genuflecting is required if there is consecrated Eucharist present. If the wedding is in a Catholic Church, which is probably the case, I would assume there is consecrated Euchrist present. If you see either a candle or a light lite on the alter that indicates that consecrated Eucharist is present. I would say when in doubt genuflect. Bob Deacon Bob Tousey
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Jun 2, 2006, 1:06 AM
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As I had stated, there will be no communion, or eucharist, at the wedding. Are you saying there could still be consecrated elements on the altar which would require genuflecting? And that it would be required by non-Catholics? Thanks.
Deacon Bob
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Jun 2, 2006, 5:24 AM
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In a Catholic church they normally keep consecrated Eucharist in the church at all times. Remember the Catholic religion believes that once consecrated the Eucharist is the body and blood of Jesus. Therefore, it must be consumed or stored for future consumption. It is not thrown away. Eucharist once consecrated is normally stored in the church and used at future masses, communion services or brought to the sick. Therefore, there will most likely be consecrated Eucharist in the church. Genuflecting is a sign of respect and should be done by both Catholics and Non Catholics when entering a church where consecrated Eucharist is present. With that being said if an orthopedic or other medical condition that would contradict genuflecting then you would not be expected to genuflect. I hope this helps. Bob Deacon Bob Tousey
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Jun 3, 2006, 4:43 PM
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Yes, it does help. Thank you so much for your responses.
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