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"Holy Eucharist"

Symbols are the chalice, the host, grapes and grape leaves.

The chalice was an early priest-king symbol of Melchisedek. It is the cup of salvation, the source of never-ending sustenance.

The host is a flat, round piece of unleavened bread (symbolic of manna in the desert) that the celebrant, a priest like Melchisedek, consecrates at the Eucharist. Its name comes from the Latin word "hostia" meaning victim. When shown with the chalice it symbolizes the sacrifice of Christ upon the cross.

Green leaves represent revival and renewal and are emblematic of the Savior.

Bunches of grapes are used to make the Eucharist wine and are symbols for the blood of Christ. Because of their connection with the Eucharistic wine, they symbolize the sacrifice of Christ's blood, while the host represents Christ as sacrificial victim in the Holy Eucharist.

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Friday August 8 6:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday August 9 5:00 p.m. - Midnight
Sunday August 10 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

BID 'n' BUY
Come in and cool off from the summer heat at the Bid'n'Buy booth in the air-conditioned Auditorium! There are many very nice items in the booth again this year including the BNB Premier Raffle Baskets - still only $1 per chance, and
 
a Wii from from  Fr. Bill and a Wii Fit

a $500 gas card

$500 gift certificate to Cincinnati Closets

a $180 gift certificate to Great Wolf Lodge & 2 adult season passes to Kings Island

4 airline tickets anywhere Delta flies in the continental US

Outdoor Fun Package -- Tailgating perfected

Auction Times:
     •   Saturday at 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 pm
     •   Sunday at 6, 7, and 8 pm

Click here for the BID 'n' BUY booklet

This booklet and addendum contain pictures and descriptions of the items that will be available. Be sure to plan ahead for the best deals!!
 
Raffle Awards Live Entertainment Bid 'n' Buy Chicken Dinner
Kids Corner Donations Volunteers

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