Frequent Communion

Frequent Communion is the Roman Catholic practice of receiving the Eucharist frequently, as opposed to the usual medieval practice of receiving it once or a few times a year.[1] Pope Pius X pushed for the practice of frequent communion,[2] relaxing restrictions on reception for the sick[3] and children.[4] Also, going to mass on Sunday by receiving communion.

References

  1. ↑ Frequent Communion - Catholic Encyclopedia article
  2. ↑ Saint Pius X Reformer of the Liturgy - Angelus Magazine
  3. ↑ Communion of the Sick - Catholic Encyclopedia article
  4. ↑ QUAM SINGULARI - Papal Encyclical

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