Adoration

The Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, also called Eucharistic Adoration, is a Catholic practice of praying and worshipping Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The Eucharist is the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ, which is made visible as bread and wine. 

What happens during Adoration? 

People pray and reflect on the Eucharist

People may read scripture or pray the rosary

People may ask God for forgiveness, guidance, or answers

People may give thanks to God

People may converse with God through journaling or spontaneous prayer

Where does Adoration take place? 

Adoration can take place in a chapel or church

The Eucharist may be exposed in a monstrance on the altar

The Eucharist may be reserved in a tabernacle

What is the etiquette for Adoration? 

People may genuflect or bow before the Blessed Sacrament

People may not place anything on the altar

People may not touch the monstrance

People may not bring food or drink