[man of Yosemite]

Here's a thought. The old argument is that the eucharist in Catholic mass actually becomes the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Protestant churches claim that they are not transformed, but are merely symbols representing his body and blood. Now that DNA testing is available, has anyone thought of testing the eucharist for the DNA of Jesus, and if no human DNA is found, wouldn't (or shouldn't) that resolve the conflict? Any takers out there willing to look at the truth?

[SoothingDave]

You're about 57,000 posts behind us.

SD

[DouglasKC]

lol...Dave is right. You need to hit fast forward. :-). Post 20 you're replying to is over a year old now.

[Mr. Lucky]

You don't understand the concept of the real presence in the Eucharist. You'll have no trouble striking up any number of conversations, but first you have 56,946 posts to catch up on.

Welcome.

[al_c]

Besides being so far behind in the conversation (as Dave pointed out), do you really need science to prove your faith? If so, you've got a long journey ahead of you, friend.

Oh ... and welcome to the Neverending Story.

[ET(end tyranny)]

Now that DNA testing is available, has anyone thought of testing the eucharist for the DNA of Jesus, and if no human DNA is found, wouldn't (or shouldn't) that resolve the conflict? Any takers out there willing to look at the truth?

Just order up some consecrated communion bread from an online religious supply store and have it tested.

[D-fendr]

Now that DNA testing is available…

It's a thoughtful approach, but not one that would confirm or negate the doctrine of transubstantiation - any more than would a chemical analysis.

It does illustrate a common misconception about Roman Catholic doctrine of the Holy Eucharist, and one that I've encountered even in members of the Church.