Emphasis Preaching Journal

Often I hear some discussion on the way we are to act when we receive the Eucharist. In our community, at one time people came back from the communion rail, with heads bowed, eyes cast down, and hands folded. They quietly entered their pews and sat until the pastor said a final blessing. Any noise was a disruption.

Today, there are still many young and old who follow this tradition. In addition, there are many who speak to others, smile, swing their arms, or even shake hands and hug each other as they return to their pew.