Holy Eucharist Teachings by the Fathers of the Church Fathers of the Church - Iraneus (c. 140 - 202 A.D.)
"Likewise, in regard to days of fast, many do not think they should be present at the sacrificial prayers, because their fast would be broken if they were to receive the Body of the Lord…The Body of the Lord having been received and reserved, each point is secured: both the participation in the Sacrifice..." (Prayer 19:1)
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