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I have three things I would like to lift up this weekend.
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On Corpus Christi, we will have a Eucharistic Procession following the 10:30am Mass on June 11. I would like to lift up a few paragraphs about a Eucharistic Procession written by the Knights of Columbus.
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A Eucharistic Procession, just like Eucharistic Adoration, is an extension of the worship of Jesus Christ, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. The supreme act of adoration and the source and summit of the Christian life is the celebration of the Mass, and that celebration is prolonged and intensified through Eucharistic worship outside of the Mass. In Eucharistic Processions, the missionary aspect of the Eucharist is emphasized as we go forth into the world. Not only gazing upon our Eucharistic Lord, but walking with him, we experience what the disciples did 2000 years ago as they walked with Jesus, proclaiming the Good News to the world.
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A parish community that undertakes a Eucharistic Procession has made the decision to publicly proclaim its belief in Jesus’ True Presence in the Eucharist. By this public witness of faith, the parish invites people in the community to encounter the Risen Lord present in the Eucharistic Host. For those who participate in the procession, it is an opportunity not only to proclaim their faith, but also to grow in their faith. The procession is, finally, an invitation to Jesus himself to be a part of our daily lives, to be immersed in the world in which we live.
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As we process through the streets, we could encounter a variety of responses from the people you pass by. Some will hardly notice what is happening, some will be intrigued but keep on their way, and others will stop what they are doing and watch the entire procession go by, perhaps even asking those in the procession what they are doing. Be ready to explain what is going on if someone asks! These conversations can be brief but powerful.
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The procession is also an opportunity to invite parishioners to enter more deeply into parish life. Especially for parishioners who might attend Mass once or twice a month, this extraordinary experience can be the catalyst for more consistent attendance. Following the Procession, St. Anne’s will organize a light reception in the Parish Hall. Please come!
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Please know that only Catholics may receive the Holy Eucharist. Only Practicing Catholics may receive the Holy Eucharist, that is those who go to Mass every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation. Only practicing Catholics aware of no mortal sin may receive the Eucharist.
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Corpus Christi Procession
On Corpus Christi, June 11, after the 10:30am Mass, we will have a Euchairstic Procession from Holy Family Parish to the Center of South Deerfield. We will have benediction, with a light reception to follow. All are welcome.
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Catechism in a Year
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Watch or listen to Fr. Aufiero
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