The theology of the Last Supper/Crucifixion/Mass and its relation to the reception of the host under one species

[benedictgal]

It appears that he is saying that since the two are separate they must be consumed separately in order to be effective. Since the Priest co mingles them prior to his communion, it would seem that even though they were separated they are now one whole. I know that is a very simplified way of putting it and it may very well be done just for us to see that the two are not separate but whole and complete.

Our parochial vicar explained that when the species are co-mingled, it represents the resurrection, as now body and blood are reunited. Ever since he’s spoken to us about the fraction and co-mingling I must say that a lot of us are now paying attention to this small, but important rituals in our liturgy.