Ordinary 15

The Mass involves a Covenant Renewal each time we gather. First, we are signed (by the Cross) at the beginning; then we hear the words of the Covenant proclaimed in the scriptures; and at Communion we complete the renewal by sharing in the sacred meal.

There is an often overlook action that bears some consideration. When the chalice is prepared, the priest or deacon, puts a drop of water into the wine. The wine is of the earth and represents us. The water is pure and from heaven and represents the divinity of God. The priest or deacon prays "Through the mingling of this water and wine, may we come to share in the divinity of Christ who humbled himself to share in our humanity." Once that drop of water touches the wine, it can no longer be seperated. What a great sign of our covenant.