Spending time in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament—a devotion that dates back to the earliest centuries of the Church—is a cherished Catholic practice that honors the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
The Ave Guide to Eucharistic Adoration offers a rich treasury of prayers, devotions, meditations, and Church teachings for use during quiet time with the Lord—whether you have fifteen minutes or an entire holy hour. The book features elegant, vintage lithographs and engravings drawn from traditional prayer books, psalters, and Bibles, presented in a beautiful contemporary design.
In Matthew’s Gospel, when Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane the night before his Passion, he asks his disciples to “remain here and keep watch with me… watch and pray” (26:38, 41). This invitation captures the heart of Eucharistic Adoration.
This guide is ideal for both newcomers and experienced adorers, offering a unique structure for prayer and reflection. Because Adoration is considered an extension of the Mass, the book is organized around the four parts of the liturgy:
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Penance
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Scripture
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Sacrifice
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Service
In addition to traditional prayers and devotions, the book includes:
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Profiles and writings of the saints
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Encyclicals and excerpts from the Church Fathers
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Short Bible passages from the New American Bible (the translation used in the Mass)
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Explanations of Church teachings and reflection questions for personal meditation
Each reading is designed for about fifteen minutes before the Blessed Sacrament, with four readings comprising a full hour of Adoration. The book also provides historical context, Church teaching, and practical guidance for making a Holy Hour.
About the Publisher
Ave Maria Press was founded in 1865 by Fr. Edward Sorin, CSC, as an apostolate of the Congregation of Holy Cross. A nonprofit Catholic publishing ministry, Ave serves the spiritual and formative needs of the Church, its institutions, and all who seek deeper faith.
As one of the oldest continuously operating Catholic publishers in the United States, Ave Maria Press remains a leader in publishing textbooks, ministry resources, and books on prayer and spirituality. In the Holy Cross tradition, Ave continues Fr. Sorin’s mission to honor Mary and provide a platform for faithful Catholic writing.
