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The cup was NOT served to the congregation for centuries, by the Church’s own history.

Right! And I know it from my own history w/the catholic church.

[bonfire]

I have always been curious why they withheld the cup from parishioners and why only the priests could partake. Anyone know?

I took communion once in RC church back in the 70’s where the parish only received the bread. I will have to ask my DH’s experience growing up in the RC church and parochial school.