Apostles Quote by Peter Kreeft
“When I think how much my Protestant brothers and sisters are missing in not having Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist; when I kneel before the Eucharist and realize I am as truly in Christ's presence as the apostles were but that my Protestant brothers and sisters don't know that, don't believe that - I at first feel a terrible gap between myself and them. What a tremendous thing they are missing!”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, Peter Kreeft, 2015
The speaker feels a deep spiritual divide because others lack the sacramental experience of Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist, which he believes is essential for true communion with Christ.
In simple terms: Feeling a gap due to missing sacramental presence.
Recognize and share the significance of the Eucharist.
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When to use this quote
- church services
- personal prayer
- interfaith dialogue
- education
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we bridge theological gaps?
- What role does personal experience play in belief?
Not all traditions accept the doctrine, which can limit shared understanding.