Jesus Christ: His Mission and Ministry (Second Edition)
Chapter 1: The Paschal Mystery
The Paschal Mystery
Film Focus: Liturgists and scholars examine the Paschal Mystery in light of The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy.
Text Focus: Pages 14–15
Discussion Questions:
- How does the film define the Paschal Mystery?
- According to Fr. Jan Michael Joncas, who is the “only Christ available to us”?
- What are four distinct ways that Christ is present in the liturgy?
- How is the Paschal Mystery present in your life and the world around you?
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