First Friday – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament  

What is Eucharistic Adoration? After morning mass, the Eucharist is displayed in a monstrance on the altar. This Presence is honored by having at least one person remain in vigil while it is displayed. As the U.S. Council of Catholic Bishops notes, “Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament flows from the sacrifice of the Mass and serves to deepen our hunger for Communion with Christ and the rest of the Church.” There is no specific practice except to remain quiet while keeping company with the Presence of Christ. You may pray, read your Bible or another spiritual book, pray say the Rosary, or simply meditate while contemplating the mystery of the Eucharist and the graces we have received from it. Adoration concludes with a short Benediction rite. Sign up for a Holy Hour  on the bulletin board in the chapel narthex. today!