As the saying goes.....to each his own, however we as a Community are happy to share ourselves with the members we see, for in them lives the Lord by right of their Baptism. If they are not members, we wish them to join us....you know, evangelization.
Our parish offers many opportunities for silent prayer and meditation, Bible study, and gatherings for those with special concerns such as bereavement care, work making blankets for the homeless, our busy food pantry, etc., basically something for the interests of many, since we all have different ways to serve our spiritual needs and those of others.
One Sunday our bishop stopped by unannounced and could not get over the welcome he received from each person he met. Many did not recognize him as he looked like a regular priest but was he impressed with the greetings coming his way.
Eucharist means giving thanks in Greek and it is acceptable to use an article preceding it or not.