Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
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Spending Time with Jesus
Spending time with Jesus in Adoration can make closeness to Him a reality. He wants to hear your joys, fears, worries… anything at all that’s on your mind and heart. Whether it is for a mere 5 minutes or a full hour, sitting quietly with our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament will bring you peace, comfort, and the assurance that no matter where you are on the spiritual path, you have a loving and constant friend.
Come to our St. Benedict's Chapel any Friday from 8 am to -3:00 PM,
or any Thursday from 6:00-7:00 PM.
Experience the calming, comforting effect of quiet time with a Friend who will always be delighted to see you!
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To sustain the new extended hours of Adoration on Fridays, we are seeking two people (Adorers) who will commit to being with our Lord for a designated hour each Friday (the reason for two people is to offer coverage in case one is not able to be there for a particular Friday).
If you can commit to being with our Lord for a designated hour each Friday, please email Liz Laverty at [email protected]. Your gift of time with our Lord will not only abundantly bless your life but also impact the lives of those who will come to be with Him.
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What is AdorationIn simplest terms, Adoration is placing oneself in the presence of Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament, exposed inside a special stand called a “monstrance.” This allows for a personal encounter with Jesus, who is truly present in a very real and special way.
What makes Adoration different from other types of prayer?
Unlike participation in other forms of prayer, when we come to be with Jesus in Adoration, we are encountering Him in His Entirety – Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity – just as He walked on the earth 2,000 years ago, except that now He is present to us in the form of Bread.
Is Jesus literally present during Adoration?
The answer is a resounding YES! Instituted at the Last Supper, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament was a gift from Jesus, given to nourish and encourage us on our journeys, to console and strengthen us in our hardships, and to ensure that we would never be alone, even to the end of the world.
What am I expected to do during Adoration?
The blessing of Adoration is that you’re not expected to “do” anything. This is your quiet time with Jesus, to be spent as you wish. People come to Adoration to fill many different needs – to pray for guidance, strength, or acceptance, or simply to give praise and thanksgiving to the Lord. Others come merely to sit or kneel in His presence, to find a moment of peace in the midst of a busy life.
Do I have to “sign up” (i.e., make a commitment) in order to participate in Adoration?
No sign-up or commitment is required in order to participate in Adoration. It is available to everyone in our church every Friday from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM every Friday. Because the Blessed Sacrament is not permitted to be left unattended, our Adoration Ministry assures that two of its ministers are present at all times during those 12 hours. This ensures that all are welcome to come and spend whatever time they have to sit in Jesus’ Presence.
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Testimonials
“My Adoration hour is a time for me to pray for peace and calm in my life so that I will be able to concentrate on the really important aspects of my spiritual journey. The quiet time helps me to put my responsibilities in perspective, deal with the world’s demands on me and prepare for the upcoming week.”
“Our appointed hour of Adoration is a highlight in our lives. We are grateful when we can be there and sit with Jesus.”
“Adoration has enabled me to spend time with Jesus in a peaceful, quiet setting on a regular basis. No matter how difficult the week, I always feel spiritually and physically rejuvenated after spending this hour with Jesus. I think of Adoration as a "spa for the soul" and look forward to my hour each week. I am so grateful that NDMC offers this wonderful ministry and I am so thankful I accepted Jesus' invitation to participate. I truly feel it has made me a more prayerful, peaceful and contented person.”
“The Holy Hour with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is a source of profound peace and communication with my Lord. To know that before me is the very Person who walked the earth showing us the way to the Father is incredible. In silence, I listen. In silence I adore. In silence I treasure His Gift to us.”
"How could I choose NOT to adore Him in the Eucharist? I need to be consciously aware of praising and thanking Him at all times. He has given me LIFE. I want for nothing more."
“Never did I believe I could -- or would want to -- sit quietly, disengaged from human activity, and silently meditate, even in the presence of our dear Jesus. How wrong I was! Spending time with Jesus in Adoration has made me feel genuinely connected to our Lord, and in a very personal and vulnerable way. I feel nothing but gratitude that our parish has made this exceptional gift a reality at Notre Dame. I am confident that increasing numbers of our parish family will discover what a significant impact this quiet time can have on our faith journeys and, indeed, on our lives.”
If you have any questions about Adoration, our Adoration Ministry, or you would like to join us, please contact Liz Laverty at [email protected] .
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