I have always been curious why they withheld the cup from parishioners and why only the priests could partake. Anyone know?
I took communion once in RC church back in the 70’s where the parish only received the bread. I will have to ask my DH’s experience growing up in the RC church and parochial school.
Actually I didn’t know any better being born into Catholicism. I went to catholic grammar and HS and mass every day before school - the church being attached to the school so it was a requirement. We only knew what we were taught and all my relatives and friends were catholic. So there was no one around with Truth to bring it up. But why the priest were only allowed I don’t have a clue.
There is precious little on the internet about the Catholic church’s decision to withhold the cup, and a lot more of them patting themselves on the back for allowing it now.
Seems like they aren’t particularly anxious for anyone to know.