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SUNDAY GOSPEL READING &
DAILY VERSE OF THE DAY
DAILY VERSE OF THE DAY
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Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 25, 2025
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* WHAT TO PRAY WHEN THE EUCHARIST IS RAISED AT MASS
At every Catholic Mass, there’s a moment when time seems to pause: the priest elevates the consecrated Host and then the chalice, declaring, “This is My Body… This is My Blood.” It’s not symbolic. It’s not theater. It is Jesus Christ truly present—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. And in that sacred moment, heaven touches earth.
But what should we pray when the Eucharist is raised?
Many Catholics aren’t sure what to say or think during the elevation. Some may watch in silence, others may bow their heads. While there’s no official “requirement,” the Church encourages us to adore Jesus, unite our hearts to Him, and make an interior act of love and faith.
Here are a few powerful prayers and reflections to offer when the Eucharist is elevated:
1. “My Lord and my God!”
This is the profession of faith made by St. Thomas when he saw the risen Christ (John 20:28). Whispering or saying these words interiorly at the elevation is a beautiful way to acknowledge Jesus’ real presence and surrender your heart to Him.
2. “Jesus, I believe. Help my unbelief.”
If you’re struggling with faith or feeling distracted, this honest prayer—echoing Mark 9:24—can draw you closer to Christ in the Eucharist. He knows your doubts and meets you in them.
3. “I adore You, O Christ, truly present in the Most Holy Sacrament.”
A simple prayer of adoration. The elevation is a moment of awe—respond by adoring Him, just as the angels do in heaven.
4. Offer a Personal Intention
At that moment, you can place your needs, your loved ones, or your struggles at the foot of the Cross. Remember: the Mass is the sacrifice of Calvary made present. Unite your heart to Christ’s.
5. Pray a Spiritual Communion
If you are not receiving Communion that day, say: “Jesus, I cannot now receive You sacramentally, but come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there.” It’s a powerful way to welcome Him.
The elevation is not a pause between prayers—it is the moment of profound encounter. Jesus is there. See Him. Adore Him. Love Him.
Don’t let that sacred second slip by unnoticed. Make it personal. Make it prayerful.
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But what should we pray when the Eucharist is raised?
Many Catholics aren’t sure what to say or think during the elevation. Some may watch in silence, others may bow their heads. While there’s no official “requirement,” the Church encourages us to adore Jesus, unite our hearts to Him, and make an interior act of love and faith.
Here are a few powerful prayers and reflections to offer when the Eucharist is elevated:
1. “My Lord and my God!”
This is the profession of faith made by St. Thomas when he saw the risen Christ (John 20:28). Whispering or saying these words interiorly at the elevation is a beautiful way to acknowledge Jesus’ real presence and surrender your heart to Him.
2. “Jesus, I believe. Help my unbelief.”
If you’re struggling with faith or feeling distracted, this honest prayer—echoing Mark 9:24—can draw you closer to Christ in the Eucharist. He knows your doubts and meets you in them.
3. “I adore You, O Christ, truly present in the Most Holy Sacrament.”
A simple prayer of adoration. The elevation is a moment of awe—respond by adoring Him, just as the angels do in heaven.
4. Offer a Personal Intention
At that moment, you can place your needs, your loved ones, or your struggles at the foot of the Cross. Remember: the Mass is the sacrifice of Calvary made present. Unite your heart to Christ’s.
5. Pray a Spiritual Communion
If you are not receiving Communion that day, say: “Jesus, I cannot now receive You sacramentally, but come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there.” It’s a powerful way to welcome Him.
The elevation is not a pause between prayers—it is the moment of profound encounter. Jesus is there. See Him. Adore Him. Love Him.
Don’t let that sacred second slip by unnoticed. Make it personal. Make it prayerful.
Want to learn how to experience the Mass more deeply and grow in Eucharistic devotion? Subscribe to our channel for more Catholic insights, devotions, and teachings that bring you closer to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
#Catholic Francis Mary
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