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Praying in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament outside of Mass has been a part of Catholic tradition for centuries. This practice leads us to a deeper appreciation of Christ's presence in our lives and to fuller participation in the Mass.

This resource traces the historical developments of this practice from the early Church through the post-Conciliar reform. Providing a theological and pastoral context for best parish practices, this book addresses the following:

    The Rite of Exposition and Benediction

    Celebrating the Liturgy of the Hours and other Eucharistic services during exposition

    The transfer of the Most Blessed Sacrament on Holy Thursday

    The Corpus Christi procession

    Perpetual exposition

    Perpetual adoration

    Holy Hours and Forty Hours

    Youth and exposition

    Eucharistic congresses and their significance for the Parish