St. James has had Perpetual Adoration since 1973. Parishioners sign up for one hour per week for prayer, meditation, and spiritual reading in front of the Blessed Sacrament in the church's Adoration Chapel. A list of those who are ill, are in the hospital, or who have died is available for intercessory prayer. A Prayer Basket in the chapel contains requests for prayer from parishioners and visitors. In the cabinet just outside of the chapel is a sign-in book, written intentions and reading material. Nighttime adorers are given a code to insure their safety during the night hours.
We are now using ADORATION PRO, an easy-to-use online system that allows adorers to sign up for an hour with Jesus, whether weekly, occasionally, or just when your schedule allows.
Please note:
--> If you're already signed up for a regular hour, you do not need to make any changes at this time.
--> If you prefer not to use the online system, that is completely fine. It is not required; it is simply a helpful tool available for those who wish to use it.
To request a sub or update your profile:
1. Click here to go to the Adoration Pro homepage
2. Click on [Find a Sub]
3. Enter the password: subpass
You'll be able to request a sub (which emails all available substitutes) or update your contact preferences.
Reminder: Even with this system, all adorers are still responsible for finding a sub if they're unable to attend their scheduled hour.
Our parish is working toward having around the clock Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Currently there is Exposition from 6 pm Sunday through 12 midnight Thursday.
| Contact |
Parish Office: 402-572-0499 |
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Suggestions for Your Holy Hour of Adoration
Sit or kneel comfortably. Allow your body to relax and your breathing to be deep and slow.
Close your eyes and imagine you are in your favorite place. Rest there a while.
Ask the Holy Spirit to enter into this space and be your guide.
Go through a favorite prayer, choosing words that stand out.
Read Scripture passages, perhaps from the Mass of the day.
Relax into the quiet thoughts that come to you.
Call to mind and pray for each family member and your friends.
Read the names on the list in the chapel.
Ask blessings and peace for each person on the list.
Call to mind areas of the world where people are suffering.
This time is sacred. Let God hold you, lift you up, and lead you in contemplation.
At the end of your prayer time, give thanks for God's presence in this holy place.
Let God's blessings and love flow over you.
Leave the Chapel peaceful and refreshed,
confident that God loves you unconditionally, just the way you are.
