jul 1, 1953 - Reduction of Eucharistic Fast
Description:
In 1953 (not sure of exact date) the mandatory fast before the reception of Holy Communion was reduced to 3 hours. Formerly, the rule was that no food or drink could be consumed from the previous midnight, until after Holy Communion.Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 1, 1953
Now
~ 70 years ago
