Remember that a sacrament is an outward sign of invisible grace, which not only signifies (i.e., points to) grace, but also makes really present the reality of grace that it signifies. This notion can be applied to show how the Eucharist makes present the sacrifice on Calvary. To do this, we must see that the Mass shows forth Christ's sacrifice through visible signs of bread and wine declared to be Christ's body and blood, and that, under these signs the essential reality of Christ's sacrifice on Calvary is made really present in an unbloody manner, so that the faithful can join in offering Christ and themselves in union with Him to the Father.
Sincerely in Christ,
Rev. Jeffery A. Fasching
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