The Feast of Corpus Christi | St. Juliana, St. Thomas Aquinas & The Real Presence

The Feast of Corpus Christi is one of the greatest celebrations in the Catholic Church, honoring the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. In this sermon, discover the remarkable story of St. Juliana of Liège, whose visions led to the establishment of Corpus Christi throughout Christendom. Learn how Pope Urban IV approved the feast, how St. Thomas Aquinas composed the beautiful Eucharistic hymns still sung today, and why Our Lord Himself desired this special feast for the Church. Father also explains the Catholic doctrine of the Real Presence, transubstantiation, Eucharistic devotion, and why the Blessed Sacrament remains at the heart of Catholic life. Topics include: • St. Juliana's vision of the moon with the dark spot • The origin of Corpus Christi • Pope Urban IV and the establishment of the feast • St. Thomas Aquinas and Eucharistic hymns • The miracle of the speaking crucifix • The Real Presence of Jesus Christ • Transubstantiation explained • Eucharistic adoration and devotion • The teachings of the Council of Trent • Reflections from St. Francis of Assisi, St. John Bosco, St. Alphonsus Liguori, and St. Teresa of Avila The Eucharist is not merely a symbol. It is Jesus Christ—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity—truly present among us. "Why look for more?" — St. Teresa of Avila Please like, subscribe, and share this video to help spread devotion to Our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament. 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Who Was St. Juliana of Liège? 00:47 The Vision of the Full Moon 01:13 Jesus Requests a New Feast 01:54 Three Reasons for Corpus Christi 02:16 St. Juliana Shares Her Vision 02:44 Pope Urban IV Establishes Corpus Christi 02:59 St. Thomas Aquinas & St. Bonaventure 04:26 O Sacrum Convivium and Aquinas' Genius 05:04 The Speaking Crucifix Miracle 05:35 Why Corpus Christi Matters Today 06:23 The Difference Between Corpus Christi and Other Feasts 07:30 Understanding the Real Presence 07:46 The Catechism on the Eucharist 08:17 What Happens at Consecration? 09:31 Body, Blood, Soul & Divinity Explained 10:38 Christ's Death, Resurrection & the Eucharist 12:24 What Is Transubstantiation? 12:57 Substance vs. Accidents Explained 13:49 Christ Present in Every Consecrated Host 14:20 Why Every Particle Matters 14:50 Why the Blessed Sacrament Is Reserved 15:42 The Astonishing Humility of God 16:15 Saints on Eucharistic Devotion 16:20 St. Francis of Assisi 16:45 St. John Bosco 17:32 St. Alphonsus Liguori 17:49 St. Teresa of Avila 18:06 Final Reflection For more please visit http://www.veritascaritas.com & remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 Support Catholic Businesses here - https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ Sensus Fidelium Press - https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ Sensus Fidelium Apps - https://sensusfidelium.tv/ Support Sensus Fidelium - https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 #CorpusChristi #RealPresence #Eucharist #BlessedSacrament #CatholicFaith #TraditionalCatholic #StThomasAquinas #Transubstantiation #CatholicTeaching #EucharisticAdoration #CatholicChurch #JesusChrist