Friday, August 03, 2007

Communion question

Since my surgery, I've not be able to swallow solids. I have been able to swallow liquids, but only through a straw because my mouth doesn't work and then I usually cough up icky stuff from the back of my throat.

For you priests and informed laypersons, what's my best option for Communion?

2 comments:

Unknown said...

You might ask your pastor or an Extraordinary Minister if they would break the consecrated host into a tiny piece for you that you might be able to swallow.

Scott said...

There is a straw-like device used by Eastern Rites that gives you a few drops of the Precious Blood. This would probably work well for you. Ask your pastor or look it up. I don't know the name though...sorry.