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Father Makements begins by posing the question of whether ignorance or indifference is worse. He explains that ignorance is a lack of knowledge, while indifference is a lack of care. He argues that indifference is a more dangerous sin, as it indicates a cold heart and a lack of concern for God. He uses the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden as an example of how indifference can lead to sin. He also points to the Israelites in the wilderness, who were given bread from heaven but still desired the food they could not have. Father Makements then discusses the Eucharist, emphasizing that Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist, not just symbolically. He shares his own experience of coming to understand this truth and how it changed his life. He also discusses Eucharistic miracles, such as the miracle of Lanciano, Italy, where the host turned into flesh and the wine into blood. He believes that these miracles are a sign that God knows we are often indifferent and that He wants us to care more about Him. Father Makements concludes by sharing a story about a young girl who risked her life to preserve the Eucharist during the persecution of the Catholic Church in China. He argues that this story shows the power of love for Jesus in the Eucharist and that we should strive to have that same love in our own lives.

Outlines

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Introduction

This Chapter introduces the topic of the podcast, which is the difference between ignorance and indifference, and how indifference can be a more dangerous sin than ignorance, especially when it comes to our faith and the Eucharist.

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Ignorance vs. Indifference

This Chapter delves into the distinction between ignorance and indifference, explaining that ignorance is a lack of knowledge, while indifference is a lack of care. Father Makements argues that indifference is a more dangerous sin, as it indicates a cold heart and a lack of concern for God.

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The Eucharist and Indifference

This Chapter focuses on the Eucharist and how indifference can prevent us from fully appreciating the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Father Makements shares his own experience of coming to understand the truth of the Eucharist and how it changed his life.

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Eucharistic Miracles

This Chapter explores Eucharistic miracles, such as the miracle of Lanciano, Italy, where the host turned into flesh and the wine into blood. Father Makements believes that these miracles are a sign that God knows we are often indifferent and that He wants us to care more about Him.

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Q&A

• What is the difference between ignorance and indifference?

  Ignorance is a lack of knowledge, while indifference is a lack of care. Ignorance is a darkening of the intellect, while indifference is a cold heart.

• Why is indifference a more dangerous sin than ignorance?

  Indifference indicates a lack of concern for God and His teachings. It shows a cold heart and a lack of love for God. Ignorance can be excused in some cases, but indifference is a deliberate choice to not care.

• How does the story of Adam and Eve illustrate the dangers of indifference?

  Adam and Eve knew that God was good and that He wanted to feed them. However, they chose to disobey God's command and eat from the forbidden tree because they were indifferent to His will. This act of indifference led to their fall from grace.

• What is the true nature of the Eucharist?

  The Eucharist is not just a symbol of Jesus' body and blood. It is the true, real, and substantial presence of Jesus Christ under the appearances of bread and wine. This means that Jesus is truly present, body, blood, soul, and divinity, in the Eucharist.

• What are Eucharistic miracles and what do they signify?

  Eucharistic miracles are events where the consecrated bread and wine of the Eucharist have been observed to change into flesh and blood. These miracles are considered to be signs of the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. They also demonstrate God's love for us and His desire for us to care more about Him.

• What is the importance of love for Jesus in the Eucharist?

  Love for Jesus in the Eucharist is essential for a true and meaningful faith. It is a love that should move us to do anything for Jesus, even to the point of giving our lives for Him. This love is what transforms our hearts and makes us truly alive in Christ.

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