How to Attend Eucharistic Adoration
According to the Catholic Church, Jesus is present in the Eucharist in a unique way. One practice that directly reflects this belief is attending Eucharistic adoration. During adoration Catholics can pray before the Body of Christ exposed on the altar. A chapel with the Eucharist exposed is an intimate setting for prayer. Adoration is typically carried out in silence, which allows each visitor to pray in their own way.
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Instructions
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Genuflect when you enter the church, especially if the Eucharist is present.
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Kneel for the exposition of the Eucharist. You may also want to kneel for the beginning of your time in adoration. After kneeling, you can sit down if you want.
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Participate in the communal activity if there is one. Sometimes during adoration there is a group form of prayer. For example, there could be a scheduled rosary, a time for singing or a guided meditation.
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Pray on your own. You can write in journal, read the Bible, pray the Rosary or meditate. Most of all, talk with God.
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Kneel during reposition of the Eucharist. A hymn may be sung and the priest will incense the altar.
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Tips & Warnings
If you do not understand adoration or have more questions, ask a priest.
If you are not Catholic, feel free to attend adoration. You should show some sign of reverence or respect when entering the chapel.
Exposition is when the Eucharist is first put on the altar. Reposition is when the Eucharist is returned to the tabernacle.
Be careful not to disturb others when you attend adoration. If you have to talk or ask someone questions, just tap them on the shoulder and leave the chapel together.
