As Catholics, we believe that, at the Mass, the bread and wine offered by the priest become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, which we receive in Holy Communion. After Mass has ended, however, the Body and Blood remain, and the Sacred Host is reserved in the tabernacle of every Catholic Church.
This octave of the Feast of Corpus Christi (the eight days following the feast, which is followed the next day by the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus) is a perfect time to turn our minds to the contemplation of this mystery. That is why Pope Benedict XVI used his Angelus message on Sunday, June 10, 2007, "to take the opportunity of today's Solemnity to recommend the practice of Eucharistic adoration to pastors and faithful." As the Vatican Information Service reported, the Holy Father pointed out that spending time in prayer in front of the Blessed Sacrament in the tabernacle is necessary for spiritual growth: "In modern life, so often noisy and dispersive, it is more than ever important to recover the capacity for inner silence and prayer. Eucharistic adoration enables this to happen . . . "
Why is it so important? Four years later, in his Angelus message on Sunday, June 26, 2011, Pope Benedict explained that "the Eucharist is like a beating heart giving life to the mystical Body of the Church, which is a social organisation entirely founded on its spiritual yet tangible bond with Christ. . . . Without the Eucharist the Church would simply cease to exist." The enemies of the Church understand this better, perhaps, than many Catholics. That is why atheists such as P.Z. Myers and Richard Dawkins, despite claiming to believe that the Eucharist is a mere "cracker," focus their fury on the Host. In their own twisted way, they acknowledge the power of the Eucharist to transform the lives of believers. Would that all Catholics were as certain of that power!
One way to become convinced of the transformative power of Christ's Body and Blood is to follow Pope Benedict's advice and try to spend some time in Eucharistic adoration. But even if we cannot drop into a church for a few minutes during the week, we can turn our thoughts to the Eucharist each day by making an Act of Spiritual Communion.
Prayers for Eucharistic Adoration:
- An Act of Adoration
- For the Peace of Christ
- Faith in the Eucharist
- Petition Before the Blessed Sacrament
- An Act of Love
- An Offering of Oneself to Christ in the Eucharist
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AMEN!!! Alleluia!!!!! Our Lord desires so much for each of us to spend time with Him in Eucharistic Adoration. He strengthens us in very awesome and sublime ways and when He is the love of your life then the precious time spent with Him is like breathing. You can’t do without it. The holy union is incredible and you become equiped with the armour needed for the battle with evil. Praise the Almighty God for this most wonderous gift of Himself!
I have found it increasingly difficult to find a church where the Tabernacle is kept in a quite, respectful place suitable for adoration and meditation. In one the Eucharist shared the room with temporary storage.
If That’s the case Come to St:Particks Church, St:Thomas Mount in Chennai,Tamil Nadu, India.!The Chapel is Open for 24hours 24/7 Its the best.
i believe that the eucharist is an important part of our growth in our fath because it works throw us and helps us in every way i have leant to love the eucharist and spake to the echarist it is full contact with the lord
I simply HAVE to share this experience:
During Lent this year our parish began Adoration on Friday nights. (We haven’t stopped quite yet!)
One night as I knelt and simple repeated the Sanctus my thoughts went to how I was adoring Jesus as He is at the Creation of the world, as he is on the cross, and at the same time I was adoring Him with the Heavenly Hosts. All lifting our voices in unison.
After the Benediction we celebrated Mass.
As I returned to my pew and consumed our Lord I suddenly felt more “real” than I ever have in my life.
+JMJ
I adopted an hour of Eucharistic Adoration at my church about a year ago. This hour is not even long enough and is so special. To sit there in the physical presence of my Lord and my God is awesome. I have received so much from this time.
Mr. Richert — Thank you for this enLightening post !! We have quoted you regarding Adoration…
God bless you…
P.S. Are you still opposed to Rick Santorum as the GOP nominee? If so, who are you supporting?
I have experience the precence of our LORD JESUS CHRIST in the holy sacrament .The LORD is present in the HOLY EUCARISRIC. AMEN.
ALL PRAISE AND GLORY TO THE HOLY FATHER, HOLY SON, AND THE HOLY SPIRIT.
I have experience the precence of our LORD JESUS CHRIST in the holy sacrament .The LORD is present in the HOLY EUCARISRIC. AMEN.
ALL PRAISE AND GLORY TO THE HOLY FATHER, HOLY SON, AND THE HOLY SPIRIT.
Adoration will change your life !!!
In fact it is one of the best beauty treatments I know!!!
Try it you won’t be dissappointed!!!
I also recommend “Come to me in the Blessed Sacrament” a favourite of Mother Teresa.
Adoration will change your life!
In fact it is the best beauty treatment I know!
Try it ! It won’t disappointment !