In about the 4th century, monasteries began to reserve the Eucharist and by the 11th century the reservation of the Blessed Sacrament- mainly for the sick and dying was reserved in our Catholic Churches. At this time Eucharistic Devotion became popular. Out of this came Adoration and Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Adoration until this day keeps us connected to the community’s celebration of the Most Holy Eucharist. We have had the practice of Adoration and Benediction for many years here at St. Joseph’s. While this practice has proven to be an important part of our devotion here at St. Joseph’s we would like to see more people participate in this most beautiful devotion.
Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament is not something that is new. It is a Catholic practice which is centuries-old. The practice affirms the central teaching of the Catholic Church with regard to the Holy Eucharist- Jesus Christ is truly-substantially present in the Holy Eucharist.