An International Eucharistic Congress is a special week-long gathering of Catholics from around the world that come together to celebrate their faith in the Eucharist and give witness to the Gospel by living moments of prayer, reflection and community. This summer the 49th International Eucharistic Congress will take place from Sunday June 15 through Sunday June 22. 2008 in Quebec, Canada, marking the 400th Anniversary of the founding of Quebec. This year?s theme is: ?The Eucharist: Gift of God for the Life of the World."