#117 Midlife and the Eucharist
This week, we're diving into a profound and beautiful topic: the sacrament of the Eucharist and Eucharistic adoration. The Catholic Church has been focusing on bringing people back to the altar table, helping them understand and embrace the holy Eucharist. With the National Eucharistic Congress happening this week in Indianapolis, there's a significant effort underway to renew and deepen our faith and devotion to the Eucharist. I'll share some eye-opening statistics and discuss the National Eucharistic Revival, a multi-year effort by the US bishops to strengthen belief and participation in the Eucharist. As Catholic Midlife women it is our responsibility to share our love of the Eucharist with others, especially how it nourishes our souls and helps us in our daily life.
As we explore the importance of the Eucharist, we'll talk about why it's often misunderstood and how it nurtures our souls. The Eucharist is not just a symbol or a remembrance of Christ's Last Supper; it's the true body and blood of Jesus Christ, present in a miraculous and mysterious way. For many of us, especially as midlife moms, the Eucharist holds a profound significance. I'll share my own journey of growing in love and understanding of the Eucharist through Eucharistic adoration and how this transformed my spiritual life. Recent statistics show that belief in the Eucharist is declining at an alarming rate. As the "source and summit" of our faith it is time for revival in our church.
The Eucharist offers a wellspring of grace and renewal, especially during times of trial and spiritual dryness. Let's embrace this beautiful sacrament with a renewed sense of awe and devotion, allowing it to deepen our relationship with Jesus and enrich every aspect of our lives.
Jennie Guinn is a Catholic speaker, Life Coach, Podcaster, Weekly Radio Show Host on Nashville Catholic Radio and Radio Maria USA, and the founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. After 26 years of working in Catholic education, Jennie felt God calling her "to step out of the boat" to serve in a new way. In her new ministry, she equips and encourages middle-life women to encounter the love of the Father and to be transformed and healed by the power of the Holy Spirit so they can MAGNIFY Christ in their corner of the world.
