Eucharistic Bread

3 cups all-purpose flour

¼ cup brown sugar

½ tablespoon salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 tablespoons honey

¼ cup shortening

1 cup water

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two baking sheets.

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt and baking soda. Stir in honey, shortening and water. Mix dough until it is smooth and well developed. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and supple, about 8 minutes.

Divide the dough into two equal pieces and form into loaves. Place loaves on prepared baking sheets.

Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until golden.