<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> I wanted to post this since I found it in our weekly Catholic Bulletin and addresses not receiving the host. Q. Must I receive both the body and the Blood of Christ to fully receive Him? A. In recent years there has been a renewed interest and practice of receiving the Eucharist under both forms or species, bread and wine. But this is not necessary to receive the Eucharistic Presence of Christ. The Council of Trent taught that the Presence of Christ in the Eucharist begins with the words of consecration and endures as long as the species of bread and wine subsist. Furthermore, Christ is present whole and entire in both species and in all parts of the species. So if the bread is broken the Presence of Christ is not divided. (Catechism #1377) If one receives a larger portion of bread, they do not receive more Christ! In the General Instructions of the Roman Missal, paragraph 240 states, "The sign of communion is more complete when given under both kinds, since in that form the sign of the Eucharist meal appears more clearly. The intention of Christ that the new and eternal covenant be ratified in his blood is better expressed.."Para.241 goes on to remind us that we are not deprived of any grace necessary for salvation when we receive Communion under one form. People who are allergic to wheat may receive just the cup and they gain the same grace and Presence as one who receives just the bread. Christ is present fully and completely, whatever the sacramental form we choose. Elaine