soozansings
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- June 2nd (2016)
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I think there are only Catholic churches
Thank you so much for the info. I'll do a little more research. If nothing else, I'll still commune with the spirit of The Way and the other Peregrinos, and be grateful.In bigger towns you can find some non-Catholic churches. For example, in Ponferrada and Santiago de Compostela there are Evangelical churches.
I guess the question is: Where can you take Holy Communion?
Thank you for your info.There are no Anglican churches along the Frances after Pamplona, but there is one in Oviedo if you are on the del Norte (which I guess you're not going to be).
As you can tell by the thread title, I'm wondering if there will be be anywhere between Ponferrada and Finesterre for a non-Catholic to receive the Sacrament?
As you can tell by the thread title, I'm wondering if there will be be anywhere between Ponferrada and Finesterre for a non-Catholic to receive the Sacrament? I think there are only Catholic churches. ..just not sure.
In the US at least, most Episcopal, and Lutheran (excepting Missouri Synod), parishes offer an open Communion.pardon my ignorance, but is non-catholic holy communion accepted by all other christian faiths?, such as anglicans or lutherans?
Thank you! Excellent idea.Try typing various search terms (eg iglesia evangelica) plus place name and see if any independent churches show up. Not in a 'church' building maybe so check the address carefully if you do find anything, and no guarantee that it will be a communion service.
Once you have made contact with one church they may then be able to help with others too.
I did know that. Lol, I'm Lutheran, Missouri Synod. I have partaken in non denominational churches in the States but I've never been abroad. Thank you for your reply.In the US at least, most Episcopal, and Lutheran (excepting Missouri Synod), parishes offer an open Communion.
A few years ago I joined an Anglican priest in a private celebration of the eucharist in his hotel room in Santiago, along with his Catholic priest friend and walking companion. Afterwards I wrote to the Anglican Diocese in Europe to suggest that a seasonal chaplaincy in Santiago might be valuable. Sadly no response. In the past the cathedral has been very generous in allowing non-Catholic pilgrim groups the use of a chapel to celebrate a eucharist together. It is a slim chance but you may be lucky enough to encounter such a group during your stay.
no one is going to check if you're a Catholic
As an Anglican I was able to partake of the sacrament and read the Psalm in a Roman Catholic service and the priest knew who I was and what I am. It was a delight.
I have been told by an expert who writes on this blog that at the very least the Bishops turn a blind eye and maybe even encourage this on the camino
That is not the catholic churches position on this "Sacrement". Blind eyes are what they imply. There is a detailed thread on this subjcct on these forums where "knowledgable Catholic church facts" are given for a belief in trans-substanciation of the host during the consecration in the mass is required. A blessing is always available. However if one wants to break the rules ---Hope No One Get Offended by What i will Say , But I'm Catholic and I would take Communion Anywhere if Catholic Church is not available. Communion is a Thirst for Jesus and If you can forget the denomination issue , you do move forward to the altar in Santiago and Have Communion . No One On The Altar will ask your Denomination.
I agree , it is not the Church Position , but My reply is in response to his Thirst to have the communion. After all the Communion is Our Biggest Judge , since even I as catholic , I should not come to the altar unless I have repent my Sins in the confession.That is not the catholic churches position on this "Sacrement". Blind eyes are what they imply. There is a detailed thread on this subjcct on these forums where "knowledgable Catholic church facts" are given for a belief in trans-substanciation of the host during the consecration in the mass is required. A blessing is always available. However if one wants to break the rules ---
I became a follower of the Way in the early seventies by the witness of The Jesus People's Army in Bellingham/ Seattle. I don't recall ordained clergy in our group. We visited various churched where long haired Jesus Freaks were welcomed without prejudice, not only did we participate in The Lord's Supper in those sanctuaries. We ended out evening meals with communion and sometimes morning vespers also with no priest or pastor administering the elements. I am not attempting to be argumentative or cause strife as a follower of the Way, it is I hate seeing division in the Body of Christ. I Corinthians 1:10-17. By the way I attend a particular church regular, I missing our worship services, but I will not sign on the membership line though I serve and support them with my finances.If you want to receive no one is going to check if you're a Catholic. I suppose for me the issue is why would you want to if you're not a Catholic. But each to his own. After all it is only between you and God...
As you can tell by the thread title, I'm wondering if there will be be anywhere between Ponferrada and Finesterre for a non-Catholic to receive the Sacrament? I think there are only Catholic churches. ..just not sure.
I would do nothing to purposely offend a brother or sister because of their religious traditions. A pilgrim blessing is efficient. I also understand your sister-in-law I am familiar with the traditions of her church. I am happy she chose to partake of Holy Communion and experienced the Lord in that way.G'day Soozansings,
Look at it like this.
The Camino is not a walk through an alien environment but a celebration of many things. Of life, of Spanish culture, of the Spanish countryside, of the creation, of nature, what have you.
You become a part of it, in effect you are not an alien or a visitor, but you become Spanish. Now, it's said that all the Spanish are Catholics, even the atheists are Catholics...
On a more serious vein, as an Anglican I have no personal issues sharing communion in a Catholic Church. Neither does my wife. My sister in law, who travelled with us in Spain, is a Salvationist, and after some hesitation she came to take the communion as well. I haven't met too many priests who seem to have an issue with it either.
It's really a matter of personal conviction. The practice of communion is a specific inclusive command to the church as the fellowship and body of believers rather than something exclusive to a particular denomination, and priests who my wife has spoken to on this very issue support this view.
I hope this doesn't infringe Site rules.
De Colores
Bogong
There was a thread last week begun by an Anglican priest looking for a christian guide to the camino. Perhaps his camino and your overlap? Beun Camino.As you can tell by the thread title, I'm wondering if there will be be anywhere between Ponferrada and Finesterre for a non-Catholic to receive the Sacrament? I think there are only Catholic churches. ..just not sure.
I don't know about Spain, but in the US, here are the official guidelines for reception of Holy Communion
I ("a Jewish pilgrim") always come forward when the priest blesses we pilgrims, and have always received an especially warm and welcoming (after some initial surprise) blessing, always happily enjoyed by me- an important step along any stage of my personal pilgrimage(s).
@pjacobi. I have read the guidelines you refer to and the word "catholic" is used. This word is taken by many to include all who can say the creeds without reservation and, relevant to this discussion, have a belief in the presence of Christ in the outward and visible signs of Communion. And that is a very broad church indeed, in my experience.
To outwardly conform to some form of words or other test by inwardly giving it a markedly different personal interpretation is an example of what is called "mental reservation". A very dubious practice.
As do I. Thank you.As far as I know, the general Anglican position on non-Anglicans receiving communion in Anglican Churches is not exactly open communion. It is rather that firstly, anyone who is baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit has fulfilled the only requirement for membership in the Anglican Church and so is in communion and can receive communion; secondly, no one who comes up to receive communion is normally turned away. I don't know if there are any exceptions and anyone who is better educated in this matter is welcome to correct me.
I received communion only once on camino, when the drawing was so strong that I could not even consider refusing it. In general, as an Anglican educated in a Catholic theology college I am aware of the formal principles excluding from receiving those who are not full members of the Catholic Church and I wish to respect that position.
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