Prayer and Adoration
Prayer is the place of refuge for every worry, a foundation for cheerfulness, a source of constant happiness, a protection against sadness. // St. John Chrysostom
Life can be overwhelming, and God has provided us a way to relieve our worries, fears, trials and joys. Prayer is our direct line of communication with Him. Like all relationships, our relationship with God cannot just be one way. He gives and gives, and prayer is just one way that we can stay connected with His font of unending goodness.
Prayer is not one size fits all: there are many different ways to pray. Catholics have a collection of prayers, such as the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be. We offer up prayer through the rosary, through devotions and chaplets, even litanies and meditations. We also invoke prayer through the Bible, taking it one step deeper with Lectio Divina. The use of music is another way to pray, whether you are listening or performing. Even more possibilities include journaling or reflecting on religious art (Visio Divina). All of these, and more, are appropriate and beautiful ways to connect with God in your daily life.
Prayer is not one size fits all: there are many different ways to pray. Catholics have a collection of prayers, such as the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be. We offer up prayer through the rosary, through devotions and chaplets, even litanies and meditations. We also invoke prayer through the Bible, taking it one step deeper with Lectio Divina. The use of music is another way to pray, whether you are listening or performing. Even more possibilities include journaling or reflecting on religious art (Visio Divina). All of these, and more, are appropriate and beautiful ways to connect with God in your daily life.
Announcing Extended Adoration
Pope St. John Paul encouraged, “The Church and the world have a great need for Eucharistic worship. Jesus awaits us in this sacrament of love.”
In response to a growing desire and request from parishioners for more Eucharistic adoration opportunities, beginning January 2025 will will observe the following schedule:
Eucharistic Exposition at St. Francis of Assisi on the first Thursday of every month from 9:00am-6:30pm, ending with benediction.
Eucharistic Exposition at Incarnation on the third Tuesday of every month from 7:00am-6:30pm, ending with benediction.
We are seeking at least 2 adorers for every half-hour throughout the time of Exposition to ensure that the Blessed Sacrament is not left alone in the Church. If your schedule allows for you to commit to half-hour increments, we invite you to sign up for a time slot with the links below to ensure that there are at least two people in the Church at a time. If you aren't sure of your schedule, or simply want to make a spontaneous visit to be with Christ, please know that all are welcome to come and go throughout the day without any RSVP.
In response to a growing desire and request from parishioners for more Eucharistic adoration opportunities, beginning January 2025 will will observe the following schedule:
Eucharistic Exposition at St. Francis of Assisi on the first Thursday of every month from 9:00am-6:30pm, ending with benediction.
Eucharistic Exposition at Incarnation on the third Tuesday of every month from 7:00am-6:30pm, ending with benediction.
We are seeking at least 2 adorers for every half-hour throughout the time of Exposition to ensure that the Blessed Sacrament is not left alone in the Church. If your schedule allows for you to commit to half-hour increments, we invite you to sign up for a time slot with the links below to ensure that there are at least two people in the Church at a time. If you aren't sure of your schedule, or simply want to make a spontaneous visit to be with Christ, please know that all are welcome to come and go throughout the day without any RSVP.
