St. Luke (18 October): Deep Devotion to the Eucharist is Needed

About this sermon

Jesus Christ invites us to spend time with Him in the Blessed Sacrament. This Catholic homily on the feast of St. Luke reflects on Eucharistic adoration, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, and the simple faith that trusts Our Lord is working in our souls—even when we feel little consolation. Beginning with Christ’s words in Luke 22:19, “Do this for commemoration of me,” the sermon encourages us to make devotion to the Holy Eucharist central to our spiritual lives. Addressed especially to religious sisters in formation, its message also speaks to anyone seeking greater fidelity in prayer. A poem by Sister Wilhelmina illustrates a day shaped by obedience, the Divine Office, and the Mass. The homily then invites us to approach the chapel with joy: as a place where Christ welcomes us and offers the graces we need. Through an account attributed to St. Francis of Assisi, we are reminded that we come before Our Eucharistic Lord as the poor approach someone who can help, the sick seek a physician, and the thirsty seek water. We come to pray, adore, and love. If you have ever wondered whether your time before the tabernacle makes a difference, this reflection offers encouragement to persevere. Ask Jesus for a childlike faith that trusts His presence and His hidden work within you. 00:00 Opening prayer and the feast of St. Luke 00:24 “Do this for commemoration of me” 00:41 The importance of Eucharistic devotion 00:49 An encouragement for sisters in formation 01:05 The Blessed Sacrament: The devotion of devotions 01:13 Believing in Christ’s Eucharistic presence 01:51 Sister Wilhelmina’s poem 02:25 The Mass at the heart of each day 02:48 A life shaped by prayer and obedience 03:14 Building Eucharistic devotion early 03:28 Making the chapel a place of joy 03:43 Spending generous time with Our Lord 04:08 Christ welcomes us into His presence 04:16 An account of St. Francis and adoration 05:00 The poor, the sick, and the thirsty 05:23 “I pray, I adore, I love” 05:31 Persevering when prayer feels unfruitful 05:49 Sacrifice, the hundredfold, and eternal life 06:13 The Eucharist as an extraordinary gift 06:22 Preparing for Holy Communion 06:31 Asking for childlike faith 🙏 Lord Jesus, increase our faith in Your presence in the Holy Eucharist. Teach us to pray, adore, and love, trusting that You are working in our souls. For more please visit http://reginaecclesiae.com/ & remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest #Catholic #Homily #FeastOfStLuke #Eucharist #BlessedSacrament #TraditionalCatholic #LatinMass #CatholicFaith #SisterWilhelmina #EucharisticDevotion #StFrancis #CatholicHomily #HolyMass #CatholicChurch #EucharisticAdoration #Faith #CatholicSpirituality #GodsWill #Devotion #ChristianFaith #Adoration #CatholicVocation #MassReflection #EucharisticMiracle #CatholicTeaching #GospelReflection 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

Topics

• Communion
• Daily Devotionals