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CATHOLIC YOUTH MINISTRY | AUSTIN, TEXAS
Come Adore With Us!
Prayer is an important part of everyone's faith life. Adore nights give our teens the opportunity to spend time face-to-face with our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament! Teens and their families are encouraged to attend! All are welcome!
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What is Eucharistic Adoration? Eucharistic Adoration is a form of prayer and worship that involves spending time in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, which is the consecrated host believed to be the true Body of Christ. This form of devotion provides a unique opportunity for the faithful to deepen their relationship with Jesus through quiet reflection, meditation, and prayer before the Eucharist, typically displayed in a monstrance on the altar. Here’s how you can engage in Eucharistic Adoration: 1. **Understand the Purpose**: Eucharistic Adoration allows believers to worship Christ in the Eucharist and to deepen their personal relationship with Him. It is a time to listen, reflect, and be renewed in the love and grace of Jesus. 2. **Find a Chapel or Church**: Many Catholic churches have designated times for Eucharistic Adoration. Some have perpetual adoration chapels open 24/7, where the Blessed Sacrament is continually exposed for worship. 3. **Enter Reverently**: As you enter, make a sign of reverence, such as genuflecting or bowing, acknowledging the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. 4. **Start with Prayer**: Begin your time with a short prayer of worship, acknowledging Christ's presence. You may use traditional prayers like the "Our Father," "Hail Mary," or "Glory Be," or offer your own words of adoration and thanksgiving. 5. **Engage in Meditation and Reflection**: You may spend time reading and meditating on Scripture, reflection on a spiritual book, or silent contemplation. Allow yourself to rest in God’s presence, listening attentively for His voice. 6. **Use Traditional Devotions**: Consider using traditional devotions such as the Rosary, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, or prayers specific to the Eucharist, like the "Anima Christi" or "Tantum Ergo." 7. **Personal Prayer**: Offer personal prayers, bringing your thoughts, needs, and concerns to Jesus. This is also a suitable time for intercessory prayer, praying for others in need. 8. **Closing Words**: As you prepare to conclude, thank Jesus for this sacred time. You might end with a formal prayer or simply speak to Him from your heart. 9. **Exit Reverently**: Upon leaving, again make a sign of reverence to the Blessed Sacrament, taking a moment to commit to living out the graces received during your time in adoration. Eucharistic Adoration can be a deeply enriching experience, fostering a stronger connection with Christ and invigorating one's spiritual life. Considering the practice of Eucharistic Adoration, how might spending intentional time with Jesus in the Eucharist deepen your faith and relationship with Him?
14 simple things to do to get the most out of Eucharistic Adoration Just "be" with Jesus. Like a visit with a close friend, it's okay to sit in silence without feeling the need to "do" anything. Gaze at the Eucharist and let His presence bring you peace. Repeat a short, simple prayer. Use a repeated phrase like "Jesus, I trust in You" or the Jesus Prayer: "Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me, a sinner." This can help focus your mind and heart. Inhale and exhale. As you breathe slowly, imagine inhaling God's adoration and exhaling your fear or distractions. Be honest with God. Talk to Jesus as you would a friend, sharing your struggles, distractions, and worries. Acknowledge and redirect. When your mind wanders, gently acknowledge the distraction and then purposefully return your focus to the Lord. As St. Teresa of Ávila noted, the imagination can run wild while the soul remains united with God. Offer your distractions as prayer. Instead of feeling defeated by distractions, offer the very struggle of your lack of focus to God. The act of choosing to be present is an act of prayer itself. Pray with Scripture. Use a passage from the Bible to meditate on during adoration, a practice known as Lectio Divina. Ask God what He wants to say to you through the text. The Psalms can be particularly helpful when you don't have your own words. Bring a journal. Write out your prayers, reflect on your day, or note any inspirations you receive. Journaling can be a powerful way to focus your thoughts. Pray the Rosary or the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. These structured prayers focus on the mysteries of Christ and invoke God's mercy. You can also ask Mary for her intercession to help you focus. Read about the saints. Bring a book about a saint to read and be inspired by their faith. Many saints, such as Thérèse of Lisieux and Mother Teresa, were devoted to eucharistic adoration. Offer intercessions. Bring a list of people and intentions to pray for—your family, friends, Church leaders, and the world. You can also bring pictures of loved ones to place before the Blessed Sacrament. Change your posture. Vary your posture between kneeling, sitting, and standing. For some, standing may help maintain focus when feeling tired. Set a manageable time frame. If a full hour feels overwhelming, start with a shorter time, like 15 or 30 minutes, and build from there. Consistency is more important than duration.
Worship Selections for Adore Night 10/5/2025:
O Come to the Altar Are you hurting and broken within Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin Jesus is calling Have you come to the end of yourself Do you thirst for a drink from the well Jesus is calling O come to the altar The Father's arms are open wide Forgiveness was bought with The precious blood of Jesus Christ Leave behind your regrets and mistakes Come today there's no reason to wait Jesus is calling Bring your sorrows and trade them for joy From the ashes a new life is born Jesus is calling Oh what a Savior Isn't he wonderful Sing alleluia Christ is risen Bow down before him For he is Lord of all Sing alleluia Christ is risen Bear your cross as you wait for the crown Tell the world of the treasure you've found
O Salutaris Hostia O salutaris Hostia, Quae caeli pandis ostium: Bella premunt hostilia, Da robur, fer auxilium. Uni trinoque Domino Sit sempiterna gloria, Qui vitam sine termino Nobis donet in patria. Amen.
Where You Are I can't get enough No I can't get enough Of Your amazing love I can't get enough I can't walk away No I can't walk away For I have seen Your face And I can't walk away And I just wanna be where You are (And) I just wanna be near Your heart (Oh) There is nothing like Your love (Jesus) There is nothing like Your love (yeah) Oh there's nothing like Your love My Jesus my Jesus (Singing) Oh Oh Oh Jesus I love You Jesus I love You (singing) Oh I love You Abba I love You I worship You Father You're my one desire All the angels singing Holy holy (Singing) Holy holy (Singing) Holy holy Jesus I love You Jesus I love You (holy holy) Singing holy holy You are holy holy Singing holy holy Jesus I love You Jesus I love You
Gratitude All my words fall short I got nothing new How could I express All my gratitude I could sing these songs As I often do But every song must end And You never do So I throw up my hands And praise You again and again ‘Cause all that I have is a hallelujah hallelujah And I know it’s not much But I’ve nothing else fit for a king Except for a heart singing hallelujah Hallelujah I’ve got one response I’ve got just one move With my arms stretched wide I will worship You Come on my soul Oh don’t you get shy on me Lift up your song ‘Cause you’ve got a lion inside of those lungs Get up and praise the Lord
Build My Life Worthy of ev'ry song we could ever sing Worthy of all the praise we could ever bring Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe We live for You Jesus the name above ev'ry other name Jesus the only one who could ever save Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe We live for You We live for You Holy there is no one like You There is none beside You Open up my eyes in wonder and show me who You are And fill me with Your heart And lead me in Your love to those around me I will build my life upon Your love It is a firm foundation I will put my trust in You alone And I will not be shaken
Run to the Father I've carried a burden for too long on my own I wasn't created to bear it alone I hear Your invitation to let it all go I see it now I'm laying it down And I know that I need You I run to the Father I fall into grace I'm done with the hiding No reason to wait My heart needs (found) a surgeon My soul needs (found) a friend So I'll run to the Father Again and again And again and again Oh oh oh You saw my condition Had a plan from the start Your Son for redemption The price for my heart I don't have a context For that kind of love I don't understand I can't comprehend All I know is I need You Oh oh Again and again And again and again Oh oh oh (Again and again) My heart has been in Your sights Long before my first breath Running into Your arms Is running to life from death I feel this rush deep in my chest Your mercy is calling out Just as I am You pull me in And I know I need You now
What a Beautiful Name You were the Word at the beginning One with God the Lord Most High Your hidden glory in creation Now revealed in You our Christ What a beautiful Name it is What a beautiful Name it is The Name of Jesus Christ my King What a beautiful Name it is Nothing compares to this What a beautiful Name it is The Name of Jesus You didn't want heaven without us So Jesus You brought heaven down My sin was great Your love was greater What could separate us now What a wonderful Name it is What a wonderful Name it is The Name of Jesus Christ my King What a wonderful Name it is Nothing compares to this What a wonderful Name it is The Name of Jesus What a wonderful Name it is The Name of Jesus Death could not hold You The veil tore before You You silence the boast of sin and grave The heavens are roaring The praise of Your glory For You are raised to life again You have no rival You have no equal Now and forever God You reign Yours is the kingdom Yours is the glory Yours is the Name above all names What a powerful Name it is What a powerful Name it is The Name of Jesus Christ my King What a powerful Name it is Nothing can stand against What a powerful Name it is The Name of Jesus What a powerful Name it is The Name of Jesus What a powerful Name it is The Name of Jesus
Tremble Peace bring it all to peace The storms surrounding me Let it break at Your name Still call the sea to still The rage in me to still Every wave at Your name Jesus Jesus You make the darkness tremble Jesus Jesus You silence fear Jesus Jesus You make the darkness tremble Jesus Jesus Breathe call these bones to live Call these lungs to sing Once again I will praise Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny Your name cannot be overcome Your name is alive forever lifted high Your name cannot be overcome
Tantum Ergo Tantum ergo sacramentum Veneremur cernui, et antiquum documentum novo cedat ritui. Præstet fides supplementum sensuum defectui. Genitori genitoque laus et jubilatio, Salus, honor, virtus quoque sit et benedictio! Procedenti ab utroque compar sit laudatio! Amen.
Divine Praises Blessed be God. Blessed be his holy Name. Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true man. Blessed be the Name of Jesus. Blessed be his most Sacred Heart. Blessed be his most Precious Blood. Blessed be Jesus in the most holy Sacrament of the altar. Blessed be the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete. Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most holy. Blessed be her holy and Immaculate Conception. Blessed be her glorious Assumption. Blessed be the name of Mary, Virgin and Mother. Blessed be Saint Joseph, her most chaste Spouse. Blessed be God in his Angels and in his Saints.
This is Amazing Grace Who breaks the power of sin and darkness Whose love is mighty and so much stronger The King of Glory the King above all kings Who shakes the whole earth with holy thunder And leaves us breathless in awe and wonder The King of Glory the King above all kings (Yeah) (Oh) This is amazing grace This is unfailing love That You would take my place That You would bear my cross You laid down Your life That I would be set free Oh Jesus I sing for all that You've done for me Who brings our chaos back into order Who makes the orphan a son and daughter The King of Glory the King of Glory Who rules the nations with truth and justice Shines like the sun in all of its brilliance The King of Glory the King above all kings Worthy is the Lamb who was slain Worthy is the King who conquered the grave Worthy is the Lamb who was slain Worthy is the King who conquered the grave Worthy is the Lamb who was slain Worthy is the King who conquered the grave Worthy is the Lamb who was slain Worthy worthy worthy