 We wretched and needy men reverently give thee thanks , almighty God , heavenly Father , for the food which thou hast sanctified and bestowed for the sustenance of the body , so that we may use it thankfully ; at the same time we beseech thee that thou wouldst impart to us the food of angels , the true bread of heaven , the eternal word of God , Jesus Christ our Lord , so that our mind may feed on him and that through his flesh and blood we may be nourished , sustained and strengthened . 
