When is the Chapel open for Adoration?

• Sunday - Friday: 6:00am -12:00am
• Saturday: 6:00am-4:00pm

How do I get into the Adoration Chapel?

You can enter the exterior doors of the Gallery off of the parking lot or from Gould Rd.

The Gallery is the large windowed a-frame structure attached directly to the Church.

You do not need a code or key for the Chapel.

What is Eucharistic Adoration?

Eucharistic Adoration is spending time with Jesus Christ who is truly present, Body, Blood and Soul in the Holy Eucharist. The consecrated Host is displayed in a holder called a monstrance for adoration.

Who can come to Adoration?

Everyone is welcome to come before Our Lord Jesus Christ during Eucharistic Adoration. Invite family, neighbors and friends to join you. Your joy with the Lord may be what others are looking for.

How long must I stay?

There is no set amount of time that one must stay at Adoration. Please feel welcome to drop-in to say a quick hello to Jesus. Do not underestimate the graces that will come from any visit.

What does it mean to be a Committed Adorer?

Adorers commit to adoring Jesus for an hour or more once a week. This is crucial since Jesus displayed in the monstrance must never be left alone. These Adorers enable us to have Eucharistic Adoration for any and all persons wanting to make a shorter visit to be with Jesus!

How are faithful adorers' hours scheduled and how long is the commitment for?

Each adorer determines which hour is best for him or her, and we never assign hours to anyone. An hour that fits you well will help you keep your commitment. You can sign up any time on our We Adore Him page at http://stcatharine.weadorehim.com/

Can I change my hour?

Yes. People move and some people just want or need a different time. It is incredibly easy to manage your We Adore Him account at http://stcatharine.weadorehim.com/

What happens if our schedules change or we go on vacation? While you should make every effort to spend your hour with the Lord each week and try to be reliable to others in your hour, we know your schedule will change. Your We Adore Him account at http://stcatharine.weadorehim.com/ allows you to request a sub. It is your responsibility to ensure that your sub request is answered, so please make sure you request one as soon as you know you will not be available.

What happens if the person scheduled after me does not show up?

If you are willing to stay, you are welcome to stay. If you need to leave, please call the Adoration Coordinator whose number will be listed in the chapel. Be assured, the likelihood of this happening is nearly impossible.

How do I spend my Hour at Adoration? What should I do while I’m there?

Let the Holy Spirit guide you. This is your personal time with Jesus. There are no set prayers. After entering church, genuflect on one knee or two, if you cannot genuflect a simple bow. You may offer a prayer of Adoration to begin your Holy Hour. You may sit or kneel. Spend this time contemplating that you are in the presence of God. Converse with Him. You can read Scripture or spiritual books, journal, pray the rosary or spend time just talking with Jesus. It’s not about what you do, but who you are with.

As Father John Ricardo says, “Just waste some time with Him.” If God was not behind the veil of the Eucharist, what would you do? Christ says we are no longer servants but friends, so simply spend some time with your friend. He loves you and is calling you.

If you have further questions about the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel, simply click the button below and get in touch with our Adoration Coordinator, Brendan O'Rourke, or email brendan@stcatharine.com

Photos courtesy Brad Feinknopf