Tag Archives: Eucharistic Adoration

The Eucharistic Life of St. Teresa of Calcutta

Posted on September 6, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Recognizing, adoring, loving and receiving Jesus in the Holy Eucharist propelled her to recognize, love, welcome and care for him under even the most distressing disguise of the poorest of the poor. By Father Roger Landry On Monday, Sept. 5, … Continue reading →

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Joshua who lived and died in the strength of Christ

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

A family of believers and strong faith! Jayasree and Subi converted to Catholicism, striving each day to give glory to God through their joy, pain, and suffering. Joshua, their younger son, always had a saint-like quality; if a young boy … Continue reading →

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O Sacrament most holy! Police officer kneels at Corpus Christi procession

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple
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The history of Corpus Christi

Posted on June 14, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

By Meghan Lescault at The Pillar: Catholics this Sunday will celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ — also known as Corpus Christi. Some parishes will have extended periods of Eucharistic adoration, or Eucharistic processions, … Continue reading →

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Eucharistic Adoration during Lent: Adoro Te Devote

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

“It is impossible in human terms to exaggerate the importance of being in a church or chapel before the Blessed Sacrament as often and for as long as our daily duties … allow. I very seldom repeat what I say. … Continue reading →

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‘Traditionis’: a picture is worth a thousand words

Posted on July 24, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

From Fr Z’s Blog: This is one of the most beautiful expressions of “full, conscious and active” participation at Mass that I have ever seen. It is another way, a silent but outward way, to express those amazing words: “My … Continue reading →

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A Short Meditation by St Francis of Assisi

Posted on July 2, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

“Kissing your feet, I implore you all my brothers, and with the utmost affection I beseech you to show the greatest possible reverence and honour to the most holy Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ . . . … Continue reading →

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I will not leave you orphans

Posted on November 7, 2020 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

This stunning photo might well bring some comfort at the start of the second lockdown in England with yet another ban on public Masses. Where churches are open for private prayer, let us adore Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, … Continue reading →

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‘We Never Leave the Lord Alone’: 135 Years of Eucharistic Adoration at Sacré-Coeur

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Solène Tadié at the National Catholic Register: PARIS — As the health crisis caused by the coronavirus epidemic immersed the whole country into a long period of lockdown March 17, Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris, which had to close its doors … Continue reading →

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An Atheist Goes to the Adoration Chapel – John Knutsen

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Though raised Catholic, John Knutsen didn’t really believe in God, and when his brother died of AIDS, he decided he was done with religion forever. This family tragedy and a world that seemed emptied of God’s presence caused him to … Continue reading →

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