Eucharistic Adoration

Eucharistic Adoration is the practice of spending time with Jesus in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. This can be for any length of time, from a quick “visit to the Blessed Sacrament”, to spending an hour or more in the warmth of the Jesus’ presence. 

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Purpose of Eucharistic Adoration

 

1. To acknowledge Jesus in his marvellous presence in the Blessed Sacrament.

2. To grow in greater personal closeness to Christ.

3. To lead us to a fuller participation in the celebration of the Eucharist.

4. To render the worship and honour that is due God.

 

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Etiquette during Eucharistic Adoration

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• Genuflect when passing before the Sacred Host

• Pray from the heart and try to avoid distraction. This can be difficult. (It is faithfulness that counts.)

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​If you spend your whole time gently trying to bring your thoughts back to prayer, your time has been well spent!

 — St. Francis de Sales

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Ways to Pray

 

• Simply tell Jesus how your day is going or how you are feeling. Speak from the heart. Listen.

• Pray for the needs of loved ones, for the world, and for your own needs.

• Thank and praise Jesus for the innumerable good things he gives us, including his sacrifice, our salvation, and an eternity of heaven.

• Read the bible, pray a rosary, chaplet or novena.