Eucharistic Revival

Click here to view the three-year timeline for the Eucharistic Revival.

We are now in year two of the revival, the Year of Parish Revival, where parishes can engage in activities to strengthen their understanding of and devotion to the Eucharist.

This year will culminate in the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and the 10^th National Eucharistic Congress in mid-July 2024 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN.

Here are some of the available resources:

• Sign up for the Revival Spark Series and receive a daily prayer and reflection email for nine days, or you can download the whole series as a .PDF document.
• Visit the I Am Here website for inspirational stories and resources related to devotion to the Eucharist.
• Learn about many aspects of the Mass and the Eucharist by reading entries in the Revival Blog.
• Listen to the Revive Podcast, hosted by Franciscan Friar Fr. Agustino Torres. (Many episodes available in Spanish)
• Sign up for the Heart of the Revival, a weekly email newsletter providing reflections, videos, and resources about the Eucharist from trusted voices in every corner of the Church.
• Pray the Litany of the Eucharist.

Yes, many resources are available in English and Spanish and some in Vietnamese.

You can find some of the Spanish resources by visiting this Resources Page and selecting “Español” under the “Browse Resources” heading.

Yes, here are a few suggestions.

Misunderstanding the Eucharist – A brief video by Bishop Robert Barron, explaining the need for the Eucharistic Revival.  Bishop Barron was one of the leaders in bringing about the revival. (6 minutes)

Disciples Doubted the Eucharist – A video by Fr. Mike Schmitz describing how it was difficult even for the disciples to accept the “True Presence” of Christ in the Eucharist. (9 minutes)

What Early Christians Believed About the Eucharist – A “Pints with Aquinas” video by Matt Fradd discussing what the Early Church Fathers believed about the Eucharist.  Did they believe in the “True Presence” or did some believe that the Eucharist was just a symbol? (14 minutes)

Lectio: Eucharist – A 10-part series by Dr. Brant Pitre discussing the Sacrament of the Eucharist as explained in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.  Dr. Pire explores the biblical roots of our faith in the Eucharist–beginning with Genesis, working through the Gospels, and concluding with Revelation. He also provides an explanation of how the Eucharist formed the Apostles and the life of the Church.

Following the recent Eucharistic Procession involving Prince of Peace, St. Ignatius, Christ the Good Shepherd and St. Edward, we promoted the use of the Advent Family Guides developed by each of those parishes for use during Advent.

The Family Guide below is a document you can use with your household or small group which includes resources, activities, and pictures/videos.

Parish Guides from:

• Prince of Peace    English | Spanish
• St. Ignatius    English | Spanish
• Christ the Good Shepherd     English | Spanish
• St. Edward    English | Spanish

Next year, during the Lenten season, Prince of Peace will host the seven-part “Jesus and the Eucharist” small group study and will be planning involvement in the Eucharistic Pilgrimage when it passes through Houston in early Summer.

More information will be forthcoming on this webpage and in the bulletin and eNews as plans are finalized.

If you would like to help organize, facilitate or otherwise support the Eucharistic Revival at Prince of Peace, send an email to EucharisticRevival@POPHouston.org to indicate your interest.