What does epiclesis mean?

Epiclesis is a term used in Christian liturgy that refers to the invocation of the Holy Spirit during the Eucharistic celebration. It is a moment when the priest calls upon the Holy Spirit to bless the bread and wine, transforming them into the body and blood of Christ. This practice emphasizes the belief in the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the sacrament. The term derives from the Greek Word "epiklesis," meaning "to call upon" or "to invoke."