Catholic ping!
Fr. Z misses an even worse implication. Mahony is saying that the “spirit” of Christ is only present when the laity are participating. If I understand correctly, this is the Lutheran belief of consubstantiation.
Mother Angelica was right. Once again, Mahony has de facto denied the actual, physical presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Read further in the chat. Mahony also says “Mass is boring.”