Corpus Christi

The procession of Corpus Christi held in Ostia last year, led by Pope Francis.

Without any doubt, the greatest gift Jesus could have left us was in the Eucharist. He also gave us His mother Mary as our Mother, just before He died on the cross, but a few hours earlier, he gave us His Body and His Blood, literally and figuratively, as our everlasting spiritual food. We are also honored to adore His presence every day. Not only in our own church, but in every church around the world. The Blessed Sacrament is present for Adoration, prayer and private time with the Lord. When people pray in His presence, miracles happen, as many people can tell you. Today’s celebration of Corpus Christi further accentuates the respect and reverence we should all show to the Eucharist. Processions are held in various countries, a tradition started by St Juliana of Liege in the 12th century. Customarily, the children who have just received their first Holy Communion, usually accompany in these processions held around each town and village. Last year Pope Francis broke from tradition by holding the procession in Ostia, instead of Rome, where it’s been held for over 40 years.