The document provides an overview of the Holy Eucharist and the Catholic Mass. It defines the Eucharist as coming from the Latin word meaning "thanksgiving" and being the centerpiece of the seven sacraments. It then discusses the biblical origins in the Jewish Passover and Last Supper, the structure and parts of the Mass, Eucharistic vestments and materials, and the Western Christian liturgical calendar and seasons.

1. HOLY EUCHARIST Josephine R Tarroza Religious Studies Department, School of Liberal Arts Ateneo de Zamboanga University

21. Liturgical Seasons/Cycle