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Revival Announcements

June 19, 2023

Eucharistic Revival Team

2024 National Eucharistic Congress and Monstrance Receive Special Papal Blessing

Pope Francis blesses the monstrance that will carry Jesus in the Eucharist into Lucas Oil Stadium for the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

September 27, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 41: The Prayer over the Offerings

We continue our journey through the Mass by exploring the Prayer over the Offerings, remembering how we can unite our own sacrifices with this prayer.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

September 20, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 40: Washing Hands

This week, Fr. Luke explores the historic practicality as well as the enduring symbolism of the priest washing his hands during the Mass.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

September 13, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 39: Incense—A Vision of Heaven

This week, Fr. Luke explains what incense is, where its roots come from in Scripture and Tradition, and why it is used in the liturgy of the Mass.

Heart of the Revival

September 6, 2023

Eucharistic Revival Team

American Eucharistic Witnesses for Children

The American Eucharistic Witnesses is a new series to inspire kids (and adults!) in preparation for the National Eucharistic Congress next year.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

September 6, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 38: Incense

This week, Fr. Luke explains what incense is, where its roots come from in Scripture and Tradition, and why it is used in the liturgy of the Mass.

Eucharistic Theology

September 6, 2023

American Eucharistic Witnesses: Saint of America, Saint of the Eucharist—St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

The American Eucharistic Witnesses series continues with the inspiring story of another beloved American saint and Catholic convert.

Eucharistic Theology

August 30, 2023

Sr. Alicia Torres

What Is the Eucharistic Revival? A Movement for the Life of the World

Sr. Alicia Torres shares why this movement is unlike any other movement happening in our world today.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

August 30, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 37: Silent, Humble, Contrite

Fr. Luke unpacks the quiet prayer the priest prays after offering the bread and wine during the Offertory at Mass.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

August 23, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 36: Bread and Wine

Have you ever wondered why we only use bread and wine for the Communion elements at Mass? Fr. Luke explains why in this week’s post.

Eucharistic Theology

August 23, 2023

Sr. Marcella Louise Wallowicz, CSFN

Without the Priesthood, There Is No Eucharist: The Privilege of Supporting our Priests

Sr. Marcella reminds us that, without priests, we would not have the Eucharist; thus, we must pray for our priests and men discerning this vocation.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

August 11, 2023

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 35: Offertory Water and Wine

This week, we’ll learn about the prayers offered over the water and wine at Mass, as well as how these elements symbolize our union with Christ.

Eucharistic Theology

Bishop Joseph N. Perry

American Eucharistic Witnesses: A Priest for the Body of Christ—Venerable August Tolton

As we continue our series on American Eucharistic Witnesses, Bishop Perry tells the amazing true story of the first Black priest in the United States.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 34: Collection and Procession

Fr. Luke challenges us to consider how we can unite ourselves spiritually along with the physical gifts offered during the collection and procession.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 33: Altar Setup

This week, Fr. Luke invites us to examine the many items that are needed for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Revival Stories

Kevin Fitzpatrick

The Eucharist: An Act of Hope

The inspiring story of Brother Ed reminds us that the Eucharist is our source of hope in the face of suffering and death.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 32: The Parts of the Liturgy of the Eucharist

Our journey through the Mass continues as Father Luke offers us a “road map” through the first parts of the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Revival Stories

Colleen R. Schena

By His Wounds You Have Been Healed

Life-Giving Wounds is a ministry that provides hope and healing to those in the Church who have suffered wounds from their parents’ divorce.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 31: The Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist

Fr. Luke invites us to “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord” (Ps. 34:8), who instructs, refreshes, and nourishes us at two tables at every Mass.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 30: Intercessions

Fr. Luke shows how us how powerful our prayers are when we offer them as a united Church during the General Intercessions at Mass.

Revival Stories

Fr. Matt Schmitz

Pack the Chapel

Even youth are participating in the Eucharistic Revival! Fr. Schmitz shares an inspiring story about campers joining him for early morning adoration.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 29: The Creed as Statement of Faith in the Trinity

Fr. Luke further unpacks the Creed as a statement of faith that affirms our believe in the Holy Trinity—One God in Three Persons.

Eucharistic Theology

Michael Heinlein

American Eucharistic Witnesses: Sacrifice and the Testimony of Francis Cardinal George

Growing up in Chicago, Francis E. George was drawn to the priesthood from as early as five years old.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 28: The Creed as Profession of Faith

As we continue to learn about the Creed, Fr. Luke explains what the word “creed” means and why we stand to profess our faith in unison at Mass.

Revival Stories

How an Italian Teenager’s Love for the Eucharist Transformed a 50th Wedding Anniversary Road Trip

The example of Bl. Carlo Acutis has inspired this couple—and many others—to spread his devotion and love for the Eucharist, especially among youth.

Eucharistic Theology

The Model of Blessed Carlo Acutis: Eucharistic Miracles for Children

Carlo Acutis loved Jesus, truly present in the Eucharist. He wanted others to know and love Jesus, too.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 27: The Creed

Fr. Luke continues his series on the Mass with an introduction to the Creed—what it is, where it came from, and why we recite it at Sunday Mass.

Revival Stories

Sr. Kathryn J. Hermes

Near the End of Mom’s Life, Jesus Hasn’t Forgotten Her

One of the most important things we could do for Mom was to ask a priest to bring her communion and give her the anointing of the sick.

Revival Announcements

Sr. Kathryn J. Hermes

Sing to the Lord, Bless His Name!

Winners have been selected for the official Hymn and Theme Song of the National Eucharistic Revival! Learn about the composers and their inspiration.

Revival Stories

“This Is My Body”: A Reflection on My Migrant Journey and the Eucharist

This riveting testimony of a migrant encourages us to ponder the connection between the Eucharist and the vulnerable in our society.

Step-by-Step Walk Through the Mass

Fr. Luke Spannagel

Do This in Remembrance of Me, Part 26: How to Engage with the Homily

Fr. Luke explains how we can engage more deeply with the homily during Mass—regardless of how long it is!

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