The Eucharist protects us from harm

"Lord, may we always receive the protection of this sacrifice. May it keep us safe from all harm." (Prayer at Mass)

The Eucharist confers sanctifying grace to us. It protects us from what harms our soul. As it nourishes our soul with the best of spiritual food, it starves our carnal appetite. How do we receive the fullest blessings of the Eucharist? By coming to the Eucharist in a state of grace, we show our desire for the blessings. Then we ask for the blessings we desire.