To: narses
I actually think this is a silly debate. Historically, the Church takes a long, long time to declare something as a miracle. Just like most saints take years and years to be canonized, each miracle must stand the test of time.
While I agree with sinkspur that the Eucharist in and of itself is a miracle that we are all blessed to partake in, we also have many miracles, including the famous Host with blood vessels, which has incredibly stood the test of time.
Like 2000 years ago, some need miracles to believe and some don't. I'm not saying that anyone here needs to see a miracle to believe in the Real Presence, but why should we be debating this or arguing or claiming that the Church or others are suppressing these miracles? We believe.
There are those who will, from within and from without, try and test our faith. But if we believe, our faith won't waver, even if every miracle isn't recognized by the Church.
God bless.
25 posted on
11/04/2003 1:29:32 PM PST by
Gophack
To: Gophack
Wise words there, Gophack.
26 posted on
11/04/2003 7:22:46 PM PST by
Salvation
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