#R E A L P R E S E N C E B U F F A L O
National Eucharistic Revival
Year of Mission:
Jesus in the Eucharist is the answer to every restless longing of the human heart.
If we truly believe this, then that living faith will compel us to share this joy with our brothers and sisters! That’s what the third year of the Revival—the Year of Mission—is all about.
From the Congress in 2024 through Pentecost of 2025, the entire American Church will be sent on mission to share the gift of our Eucharistic Lord with their local communities and beyond. Let the light shine forth!
What is the National Eucharistic Revival?
A three-year initiative sponsored by the Bishops of the United States to inspire and prepare the People of God to be formed, healed, converted, united, and sent out to a hurting and hungry world through a renewed encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist – the source and summit of our Catholic faith.
The difficulties and challenges over the last few years have shed lights on the Church’s need for healing, unity, formation, and conversion. More than 30 percent of Catholics have not returned to the pews post-pandemic, and recent data reveals that the majority of Mass-going Catholics do not believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. The past decade has also seen the rise of the “nones” among the millennial generation, with more than 40 percent now self-identifying as “unaffiliated” with any religion. Many young Catholics find the faith to be irrelevant to the meaning of their lives and challenges.
Ready to be a part of something life-changing?
Prayers & Resources
“Real Presence”
Corpus Christi Novena
National
Eucharistic Congress
July 17-21, 2024
The Diocese of Buffalo will be sending a delegation of 25 individuals to the Eucharistic Congress. Those who wish to participate are asked to apply, but also to nominate someone to go with them. This pilgrimage is open to anyone over the age of 18 and, thanks to a generous grant from the Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo, most costs will be covered to encourage everyone to consider this opportunity. (Please see the application/nomination form for full details.)
- National Eucharistic Congress Application/Nomination Form
(Applications are due to worship@buffalodiocese.org by February 28, 2024. No late submissions will be accepted.)
New York State
Eucharistic Congress
October 20-22, 2023
- Bishop Mike’s Letter to Pastors/Priests
(May 1, 2023) - NYS Eucharistic Congress Flyer (English)
- NYS Eucharistic Congress Flyer (Spanish)
Throughout the three years, there will be resources and videos available on this website and the National Eucharistic Revival site.
The Mystery of the Eucharist in the Life of the Church
This document was developed by the Committee on Doctrine of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). It was approved by the full body of the USCCB at its November 2021 General Meeting and has been authorized for publication.
Anima Christi
Soul of Christ, sanctify me.
Body of Christ, save me.
Blood of Christ, inebriate me.
Water from the side of Christ, wash me.
Passion of Christ, strengthen me.
O good Jesus, hear me.
Within Thy wounds hide me.
Suffer me not to be separated from Thee.
From the malignant enemy, defend me.
In the hour of my death, call me.
And bid me come to Thee.
That with Thy saints I may praise Thee.
Forever and ever.
Amen.
(Attributed to St. Ignatius of Loyola)
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