What is Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament?
What is a monstrance? A sacred vessel which has a glass opening through which a Sacred Host can be seen and protected. The glass enclosure at St. James is surrounded by gold decorative rays enhancing the meaning of the spiritual graces conferred by the Holy Eucharist on those who believe, adore and participate. This glass enclosure is held by a stem resting on a base similar to the base of a chalice. Currently on the first Thursday at St. James, the monstrance is set out at 9:00 a.m. and then put away after the prayer service at 9:00 p.m. Is Eucharistic Adoration different than Parish Prayer Day at St. James? Every Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. is set aside as a day of continuous prayer in our church. During that time everyone is encouraged to stop by during these hours and pray before the Blessed Sacrament (Consecrated Hosts) which is always inside the tabernacle. This is essentially Eucharistic Adoration. However, this is different from the more formalized Exposition which at
