ST. ALEXIUS - OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS - ST. PAUL’S
Eucharistic Adoration J
ust like the first disciples of Christ, Eucharistic Adoration offers a unique opportunity to sit in the presence of the Lord. Here at Parishes on the Prairie, the St. Faustina’s Chapel at St. Paul’s Church offers parishioners to do just that. “You’re face-to-face with Jesus,”
says Linda Frericks, one of the adoration coordinators for St. Faustina’s Chapel. “He’s sitting with you; you’re sitting with Him. Holy Hour adoration is time with the Lord.” The chapel, which will celebrate 20 years in April, has four pews and four wingback chairs, making it an
inviting place to sit. Though not perpetual, the Eucharist is exposed for most of the week, from 1 p.m. Sunday to 10 a.m. Saturday. This schedule allows for cleaning the church and for weekend Masses. Whenever the Eucharist is exposed, there must be at least one
“Our Lord desires for us to be with Him. Adoration provides the perfect opportunity to do that, without interruptions or cell phones. It is an opportunity to reflect, thank Him, tell Him you love Him, ask for help, and to turn your life, desires, and problems over to Him.” — Linda Frericks
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