3. To lessen our evil inclinations.
4. To be a pledge of everlasting life.
5. To fit our bodies for a glorious resurrection.
6. To continue the sacrifice of the cross in His Church.

253. Q. What is Holy Communion?
A. Holy Communion is the receiving of the body and blood of Christ.

254. Q. What is necessary to make a good Communion?
A. To make a good Communion it is necessary to be in the state of
grace and to be fasting for one hour from food and all drinks, except
water.

[This answer has been changed in the 1977 edition to bring it up to
date with the current rules.]

255. Q. Does he who receives Communion in mortal sin receive the body
and blood of Christ?
A. He who receives Communion in mortal sin receives the body and blood
of Christ, but does not receive His grace, and he commits a great
sacrilege.



LESSON TWENTIETH
ON THE SACRIFICE OF THE MASS


262. Q. When are the bread and wine changed into the body and blood of
Christ?