S12 E10 - Lent Book Study Part 3: Communion and Confirmation

In this episode, we continue with part three of our Lenten book study Be Transformed by Dr. Bob Schuchts. First, we discuss how Holy Communion heals the wound of abandonment, ponder what it means to allow the fullness of this Sacrament take root in our lives, and reflect on the beauty that Jesus will never leave us. Then, we move into how Confirmation heals the wound of powerlessness and share ways the Holy Spirit has inspired us to do things we never could do on our own. 

Hey friends! We know that Be Transformed is packed with incredible things, so we encourage you to not feel the need to rush. We want this to be a place where you can rest and be with the Holy Spirit. If you find yourself stuck on a chapter, we invite you to take the time you need and join us again when ready. May God bless you and bring you healing through His Sacraments!

Heather’s One Thing- Restore the Glory Podcast

Sister Miriam’s One Thing - March Madness 

Michelle’s One Thing - Corda Candles especially the St. Francis of Asissi scent (Poverello) 

Michelle’s Other One Thing - Hope’s Garden’s resources on the Song of Songs

Discussion Questions:

• What in my life and heart hinders the Sacrament of Holy Communion from fully transforming me?
• What do you believe was present in the early Church community that is missing today in our communities?
• When have I experienced the fruits of Confirmation in my life?
• Where in my life do I need the Holy Spirit to overwhelm my fear?

Journal Questions:

• When and how have you experienced the pain of abandonment in your life?
• How has Christian community either reinforced or healed those wounds?
• What are the obstacles that prevent me from loving Him fully and receiving His Love fully?
• When do I resist the embrace of the Lord?

Quotes to Ponder:

“Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him” 

- John 6:56

“Anointing is not an act, but rather a state or mode of being and behaving and, so to say, a whole style of living.” 

-  Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa (Be Transformed, pg 74)

Scripture for Lectio: 

“I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me” (Phil 4:13).

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