Eucharistic Miracle: Lanciano, Italy

Eucharistic Miracle: Lanciano, Italy 8th Century A.D.

Ancient Anxanum, the city of the Frentanese, has contained for over twelve centuries the first and greatest Eucharistic Miracle of the Catholic Church. This wondrous Event took place in the 8th century A.D. in the little Church of St. Legontian, as a divine response to a Basilian monk's doubt about Jesus' Real Presence in the Eucharist.

During Holy Mass, after the two-fold consecration, the host was changed into live Flesh and the wine was changed into live Blood, which coagulated into five globules, irregular and differing in shape and size.

The Host-Flesh, as can be very distinctly observed today, has the same dimensions as the large host used today in the Latin church; it is light brown and appears rose-colored when lighted from the back.

The Blood is coagulated and has an earthy color resembling the yellow of ochre.

Various ecclesiastical investigation ("Recognitions") were conducted since 1574.

In 1970-'71 and taken up again partly in 1981 there took place a scientific investigation by the most illustrious scientist Prof. Odoardo Linoli, eminent Professor in Anatomy and Pathological Histology and in Chemistry and Clinical Microscopy. He was assisted by Prof. Ruggero Bertelli of the University of Siena.

The analyses were conducted with absolute and unquestionable scientific precision and they were documented with a series of microscopic photographs.

These analyses sustained the following conclusions:

The Flesh is real Flesh. The Blood is real Blood.
The Flesh and the Blood belong to the human species.
The Flesh consists of the muscular tissue of the heart.
In the Flesh we see present in section: the myocardium, the endocardium, the vagus nerve and also the left ventricle of the heart for the large thickness of the myocardium.
The Flesh is a "HEART" complete in its essential structure.
The Flesh and the Blood have the same blood-type: AB (Blood-type identical to that which Prof. Baima Bollone uncovered in the Holy Shroud of Turin).
In the Blood there were found proteins in the same normal proportions (percentage-wise) as are found in the sero-proteic make-up of the fresh normal blood.
In the Blood there were also found these minerals: chlorides, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, sodium and calcium.
The preservation of the Flesh and of the Blood, which were left in their natural state for twelve centuries and exposed to the action of atmospheric and biological agents, remains an extraordinary phenomenon.

Fig. 1 - Eosine x 200. Overall histological aspect of a Flesh sample with fibers collected in bundles with longitudinal orientation as it occurs in the outer surface layers of the heart.

Fig. 2 - Miracle Heart in Lanciano. Mallory x 250. An artery and, very close, a branch of the vagal nerve.

Fig. 3 - Miracle Heart in Lanciano. Mallory x 400. Evidence of the "Rough" aspect of the endocardium; the syncytoid structure of the myocardial tissue

Fig. 4 - Elution-absorption test x 80. Above: Hemagglutination test on blood sample in Lanciano: on the left, anti A serum used; on the right, anti-B serum. Below: hemoagglutination test on a Flesh sample in Lanciano: left, with anti-A serum, right,with anti-B serum. It appears thus that the Flesh and the Blood in Lanciano belong to AB blood group.

Fig. 5 - Electro-phoretic pattern of Blood proteins (Cromoscan photometer). The profile of serum fractions is normal and superimposable to that of a fresh serum sample.

In conclusion, it may be said that Science, when called upon to testify, has given a certain and thorough response as regards the authenticity of the Eucharistic Miracle of Lanciano.

This Is My Body,
This Is My Blood

“We want to see Jesus lifted high”
Lyrics:-

We want to see Jesus lifted high
A banner that flies across this land
That all men might see the truth and know
He is the way to heaven

(Chorus)
We want to see, we want to see
We want to see Jesus lifted high
We want to see, we want to see
We want to see Jesus lifted high

Step by step, we’re moving forward
Little by little, taking ground
Every prayer a powerful weapon
Strongholds come tumbling down and down and down and down

We’re gonna see, we’re gonna see
We’re gonna see Jesus lifted high
We’re gonna see, we’re gonna see
We’re gonna see Jesus lifted high

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Faith

by Sebastian D'Souza on 19th Oct, 2009

Dear Readers,
Christian greetings. Faith is a assurance of things which we hope for, the evidence of things not seen. Basically there are two types of faith. One is dead faith and other is live faith. Dead faith is that which we believe in dead things such as any material thing or an image or an idol. Material things are those we have in possession e.g. car, Tv or any other thing which has no life and most unreliable. But live faith is that which we have with us which are alive but equally unreliable.Such as any person, cat, dog or a cow. These are also unreliable.But to believe in living God is a live faith. And to have live faith is very important.Mostly people believe in idols or images which have no life. They have eyes but cannot see, have ears but cannot hear, have hands that cannot work and legs that cannot take them anywhere. Psalmist says that those people who trust and worship them have become like those idols and images.In other words they have become like their Gods who are no Gods but mere gods without power. That is called dead faith.
But live faith is contrary different.It has power because live faith comes from living God. Bible says in Romans chapter 10 and verse 17 says. " Consequently faith comes from hearing the message,and the message is heard through the word of Christ. " Not any message but message of Christ Jesus and not any other person. When you hear that message, the Holy Spirit brings conviction and God puts measure of faith in your heart and you start believing what you hear, and what you believe turns into living faith or live faith.God is alive and those who believe in living God receive living faith which brings them to life. As bible says."All have sinned and have come short of the glory of God. "(Romans 3:23) And all the sinners are dead before God.In Ephesians 2:1 says. " As for you,you were dead in your transgressions and sins." So all sinners are dead before God though physically every sinner is alive. Physically a sinner is alive bur spiritually he or she is dead. So he or she need to to come to a living God in order to get alive. When a sinner repents and comes to God, in return God gives them life or in other words God makes them alive by giving His Spirit. When the Holy Spirit comes in sinner's heart, sinner becomes alive. He also starts understanding God's word and God's language.Hallelujah. Those people who believe in a living God are living people.God speaks to them and in return they speak to God. The connection between them and God has to be established first.The relation is broken because of sin. Sin is the main blocker and that blocker has to be removed.When a sinner comes to Jesus in repentance, Jesus removes that blocker and sets the sinner free. Once Jesus makes him free,he is free indeed. That's why Jesus says. " Come to me,who are weary and heavily burdened and I will give you rest." (Mathew 11:28) ( to be continued...)

Faith continued......

by Sebastian D'Souza on 20th Oct, 2009

......... And believe God one must first believe that God exists. When a person believes that there is God, then at that moment God knowing his heart inbibes a measure of faith in his heart. And to receive that measure of faith, one has to read the Word that is the message of Christ. And when faith comes in one's heart he starts believing everything which written in the bible. For example, it is written in the book of Genesis that God created man out of mud and person believes it because he believes God. Also a person who has faith in God believes that Sarah gave birth to Isaac at the age of ninety and Abraham was hundred years old.
Faith does wonders. By faith people have been healed from deadly diseases. Not only that even some are made alive when they were declared dead. By faith many have received what was promised to them by God. Once you start believing God and also start obeying God, all the promises which are written in the bible becomes yours. By faith one can come to God and claim specific promise, God honours and fulfills his desire. For that one must believe God and have faith in God. But in this process one must obey God.What to obey? Obey God's word what is written in the bible. And for that one has to read the Word daily and keep himself in touch with God through prayer. One has to read bible everyday and find out what is God's will for him. And this is possible only when one has faith. God speaks to those who are in constant touch with him.He reveals his heart to those who hear him. All this possible through faith and faith alone. Hallelujah. By faith we believe that Jesus is coming again. By faith we believe that He is going to take His people to heaven. Not only those who have died in Him, but those who are alive at the time of His coming. And who are his people? Those who have committed their lives to Jesus and are constantly in touch with him.Jesus is going to glorify them. Hallelujah.

Faith continued......

by Sebastian D'Souza on 24th Oct, 2009

FAITH

Faith is confident assurance that God will do what He said what He would do. Faith is biblical assurance of what we cannot see. Faith is perceiving as real what we cannot verify with our senses. (no sense-realm evidence)
Faith is practical expression of confidence in God and His Word.In other words, faith is an action that is performed because of the confidence that one has in God and His Word.There is fundamental difference between hope and faith. Hope is 'open-end' meaning that it is not tied to anything.One can hope to be successful in life,hope to be healed of sickness,hope to be promoted and etc; but this no more than wishful thinking. Lots of people hope and wish for things. Faith adds substance to this hope. Faith must be tied to God's Word.When we tie God's word to what we hope for,then we have confidence that God will do what He said He will do. At this point,our hope is connected to something that God has promised; therefore our hope is no longer a wish,it becomes faith in God and His Word.T he bible tells us that God does not change His mind (Numbers 23:19) and that He cannot lie (Titus 1:2) So when we substanciate our hope with the word of God we can have confidence that God will bring to pass. God has a proven track record of his faithfulness and flawless character.
Faith gives substance and confidence to our lives because we have connected our lives to God's Word and His will. Faith produces godly thoughts of His expected outcome for our lives. Without faith we often lose the battle in our minds because of the constant barrage of impure and negative thoughts. But with faith we are able to extinguish the enemy's darts (Eph.6:16) and listen clearly to God's thoughts,plans and dreams. That is FAITH.

By faith you can have,what God wants you to have.

by Sebastian D'Souza on 28th Oct, 2009

Dear Friends,
Christian greetings. Faith can do wonders in your life.But that depends on what kind of faith one. If one has dead faith, he cannot expect anything from God. Because God is a living God and he wants people to have living faith and not dead faith. What is dead faith? Dead faith is that one believes in dead gods e.g Idols and images. These things are dead and one cannot expect anything from them.For they have no power. People call them Gods but they are not God but simple gods.God is one for which everybody agrees. But in practical life people (except believers) believe in many gods.By which people exhibit their ignorance. Their thoughts are futile. They say one thing and believe something else. By mouth they say that they believe in one God but in real life they believe in many gods.
But it is not same with the living God. For God is one and He is alive. Living God has power. For that one has to search for living God. He is very near, moreover He is in midst of us. People have difficulty in knowing Him rather I would say,people have failed to recognize Him. Living God talks. He can hear.He has power. Prophet Isaiah says. " Seek the Lord while he may be found;
call on him while he is near. "(Isaiah 55:6)
God says. " You will seek me and find me when you
seek me with all your heart.I will be
found. " ( Jeremiah 29:13,14 )
What I mean is that people do not seek God with all their heart. If they do,they will definately find him. For God cannot tell lie. Again Jesus says. " For where two or three come together in my name,there I am with them. " ( Mathew 18:20 ) In verse 19 Jesus says. " Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. " Who is that Father Jesus is talking about? God is his Father.Jesus is alive. Because he is alive,he is God. For God cannot die.You can also reachout to God through Jesus. For Jesus says. " I am the way,the truth and the life.No one comes to the Father except through me. " ( John 14:6 ) My friends do not run after vain gods, rather seek the living God. Have faith in living God so that He can save you from sin and bring you into His kingdom. He will fill your heart with His heavenly peace and also bless you with good health and you prosper in everything you do. Hallelujah.
For that please try to find the specific prayer which is given in one of my letters written on this website and pray when you are alone. Also I have given some instructions to follow after that prayer. Do that too,which is very important to be fulfilled by each one. God will definately hear your prayers, because He is alive. Do it and receive blessings from God. Hallelujah. Bye. God be with you.

Faith Vs Fear.

by Sebastian D'Souza on 1st Nov, 2009

Dear Friend,
Christian greetings.I would like to bring to your notice that faith comes from God whereas fear comes from Satan.As Satan is against God so the fear is against faith,Faith builds whereas fear distroys.God wants to save whereas Satan wants to kill.God wants us to live a happy and peaceful life whereas Satan wants us live in fear and tension.Right from day one since the day Satan was thrown out of heaven,he has waged war against God.Whatever God wants to do for the mankind,Satan is always there to nullify and distroy any move of God.
When God created Adam and Even He place them in a beautiful garden which God had created specially for them.There were fruit bearing trees in the garden.God wanted Adam and Eve should eat fruits from those trees except the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil,which will cause them to die.God was testing Adam and Eve of ther obedience.Being children of God He wanted them to obedient to Him.God was happy with them and He was in fellowship with them everyday.Adam and Eve used to walk hand in hand with God in the garden of Eden.Satan was jealous of God so he decided to break that relationship.Satan took the form of a serpent and deceived Eve and through Eve he succeeded in grabing Adam too and the rest everybody knows.
Disobedience came in this world and through disobedience death also followed.The relationship was broken and fear came in.Now Adam was afraid of God.Earlier he used to walk with God but now he had to hide because of fear.Fear brought grief in his heart.One after other.Before the fall, Adam had all the good things of God in him but now because of diobedience all the bad qualities of Satan were inbibed in Adam.And through Adam,curse came on all mankind.What I mean is death and fear came from Satan.
Still God has not left man,He still loves him and for that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ into this world.Jesus came to restore that relationship and bring back man to God.Jesus paid the price for Adam's disobedience,in order to bring forgiveness in this world.And through this forgiveness redumption could be attened.Man has to realise and come back to God through forgiveness.And that forgiveness is available in Jesus Christ.Every man irrespective of his religion has to come to Jesus,because He is the one who paid the price of sin(diobedience) of every sinner.And if anyone thinks that he has not sinned,he makes him to be a liar.( I John 1:10)
Now to each one of us to decide whether we want life or we want to embrace death and go to hell.If we want life then there is hope.And that hope is in Jesus and only Jesus.for that one has to commit one's life to Jesus.How to commit,I have given specific prayer in one of my letters on this website.Please find and read the same and do the needful and you will find peace with God.Your relation with will be restored.You will enjoy new life.Hallelujah.Bye.God be with you.

Power is from God fear is from Satan.

by Sebastian D'Souza on 4th Nov, 2009

Dear friends,
Christian greetings.As I said earlier that fear is from satan but Jesus gives boldness and power to fight the devil and defeat him so that he should not have power over our lives.Once the devil succeeds in bringing fear in our lives he knows very well that out fear man will take wrong decisions in his life and suffer loss bringing disaster and desruction whereby man will not believe God.What satan wants is that man should disobey God.Once he succeeds in his attempt,he then drives man away from God and create enemity between man and God.Satan's main aim is to deceive,rob and to kill whereas God wants to bless and prosper.This fight is going on and will continue till satan is finally thrown in hell.Jesus is goind to end the fight by putting satan into dungeon that is his last resting place.hallelujah.

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This Is My Body, This Is My Blood

This Is My Body,
This Is My Blood