“I don’t think it is wise, nor do I think we can, dogmatize one particular metaphysical view so long as the words of institution are retained, which is also why I think the Orthodox may have it right, here—mystery is emphasized, metaphysics isn’t dogmatized, and memory is a consequence of ritualization.”
This seems to be a bang on point, and generally where I’ve settled on the matter. Christ is really present, and the elements are not just stuff. I just have to trust Christ in that and recognize that it’s too big for me to grasp. This is healthy.
“I don’t think it is wise, nor do I think we can, dogmatize one particular metaphysical view so long as the words of institution are retained, which is also why I think the Orthodox may have it right, here—mystery is emphasized, metaphysics isn’t dogmatized, and memory is a consequence of ritualization.”
This seems to be a bang on point, and generally where I’ve settled on the matter. Christ is really present, and the elements are not just stuff. I just have to trust Christ in that and recognize that it’s too big for me to grasp. This is healthy.
Really interesting connection about John the Baptist being Elijah in spirit, yet not being Elijah and how that might relate to communion.