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Eucharistic Adoration
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Adoration Times
- Wednesday: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM St. Agnes Church - Confession is also available at this time
- Friday: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM St. Agnes Church - Adoration follows the 9:00 AM Mass
- 1st Friday: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM St. Agnes Church beginning November 6, 2026
- Saturday: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM St. Athanasius Church - Confession is also available at this time
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What is Eucharistic Adoration?
Eucharistic adoration is a time for prayer in which we adore our Lord Jesus Christ in the Most Blessed Sacrament. In adoration, Catholics seek to revere and encounter deeply our Lord in the Eucharist. It is a wonderful time for prayer, thanksgiving, and worship. May the heart of Jesus, in the Most Holy Sacrament, be praised, adored, and loved, at every moment, in all the tabernacles of the world, even until the end of time. AmenFirst Friday Eucharistic Adoration
On the First Fridays, Christ the King Parish observes a very special, very reverent First Friday Eucharistic Adoration. Follow this link to learn more:First Friday Adoration
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The Parts of Adoration
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
During exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, the consecrated Host is placed in a monstrance and set on the altar by either a priest or deacon. Traditionally, a hymn is sung at the beginning, typically O Salutaris Hostia.
Meditative Adoration
A period of meditative adoration follows the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. During this time the faithful are able to silently gaze upon the Eucharistic Lord, so that they can better hear his “still, small voice” (1 Kings 19:11-13). It provides a solemn time read to Scripture, pray the rosary, or otherwise prayerfully sit in God’s presence, so that we can intimately encounter Jesus in the Eucharist.
The Concluding Rites
Adoration concludes with a series of liturgical actions and prayers that express our faith, gratitude, and praise. The three main parts of these concluding rites, along with the hymns and prayers that accompany them.- The Tantum Ergo and Prayer. The concluding rite begins with the singing of the Tantum Ergo. Its purpose is to draw us into the mystery of the Eucharist. The Tantum Ergo is sung as the priest incenses the Blessed Sacrament, a gesture of honor and adoration. The hymn reminds us that faith supplies what our senses cannot perceive, calling us to worship our Eucharistic Lord with humility and awe. After the hymn, the priest leads the faithful in a prayer, asking God to help us live out the mystery we celebrate in the Eucharist.
- Benediction and the Divine Praises. The high point of the concluding rite is Benediction, which blesses us with Christ’s own presence. During Benediction, the priest, lifts the monstrance and makes the sign of the cross over the faithful in silence. This is not an ordinary blessing—it is Christ Himself who blesses us. Benediction is a powerful reminder that our Lord desires to shower us with His grace, mercy, and peace, strengthening us for our mission in the world. Immediately following Benediction, we recite the Divine Praises (read here) , a series of acclamations that give praise to God and honor key aspects of our faith.
- Reposition and “Holy God, We Praise Thy Name” - After the Divine Praises, the Blessed Sacrament is returned to the tabernacle. Reposition is our reminder Christ remains with us - always -in the tabernacle. In our parish, we often sing Holy God, We Praise Thy Name, a hymn that echoes the angels’ song of praise in heaven. Its words lift our hearts to glorify God while uniting us with the entire Church, on earth and in heaven, in worship. This hymn is a fitting conclusion to our time of adoration, as it sends us forth with joy and gratitude, renewed by our encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist.
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What to Do During Eucharistic Adoration
Many ask, “What do I do during adoration?” The answer is simple—spend time with Almighty God. He is truly present in the Eucharist, and yearns to encounter you. There are a number of ways to commune with the Lord during this time of silence. Some suggestions:- Pour out your heart to Jesus and adore Him: have a conversation with Jesus. Tell Him what you are most grateful for. Share what excites you, as well as what worries you. Confess your sins and ask for His mercy. Listen—what does Jesus say to your heart? Ask for the graces you need in the days ahead. Pray for those who need your intercession. Ask Jesus what He desires from you.
- Meditate on Sacred Scripture: choose a passage from the Bible and read it prayerfully. Ask God to speak to your heart through His Word. Practice lectio divina—meditate on a phrase that stands out to you. Use imaginative prayer, and place yourself in the scene. Reflect: What is Jesus revealing to you?
- Pray the Rosary: Invite Mary to pray with you as you gaze upon Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. Meditate on the mysteries of Jesus’ life with her guidance.
- Read a good spiritual book: Spend time with a classic like The Story of a Soul by St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Reflect on its spiritual insights and how you can apply them to your life.
"Can we not give Jesus a few minutes of love and adoration in return?
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