Reflection Questions

1.  What are your impressions of the Communion Rite  ...  from the Our Father onwards?

2.  What is your experience here  ...  the moods and feelings, rhythm and flow?  What appeals to you?

3.  Is there anything that you find difficult or that 'blocks' your experience in this part of the Mass?

4.  The bishops have asked communicants to approach the reception of Communion with a simple bow of the head before receiving.  How does this gesture help you to express reverence?  Are there other ways in which you prepare to receive Communion?

5.  What do you mean when you say 'Amen' in response to 'The Body of Christ  ...  the Blood of Christ'?

6.  'Say Amen! To What You Are' - What does the title of the video mean to you?  How is it related to our being 'sent forth' at the end of Mass?

ADDITIONAL POINTS FOR DISCUSSION

»  What were your first impressions?

»  What parishioners' comments do you remember?

»  What did the 'Amen' mean to the people of St Henry's?  What does it mean to you?

»  What does 'communion' mean to you?

»  What difference did the gestures make in the prayer life of the community?

»  What came to mind about our celebration of liturgy?

»  What can we learn from the video?