Episcopalians generally do not subscribe to the doctrine of transubstantiation as defined by the Roman Catholic Church, which holds that the bread and wine become the actual body and blood of Christ. Instead, they believe in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, but interpret this presence in a more symbolic or spiritual manner. Episcopalians emphasize the mystery of the sacrament rather than a specific theological mechanism of transformation. Thus, while they affirm the significance of the Eucharist, their understanding can vary among individuals and congregations.
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