Obtain for me a great love towards thee, who, of all creatures, art the most loving and beloved of God. I thank Thee that Thou hast granted me, unworthy as I am, to partake of Thy pure and heavenly Gifts. Amen. When an acolyte or an extraordinary minister, duly appointed, gives communion to the sick, the rite here described is followed. Stay with me, Lord, for Thou art my light, and without Thee, I am in darkness. Remember, Lord, Thy creature, whom Thou hast redeemed with Thy Blood; I repent my sins, and I long to put right what I have done. LORD Jesus Christ, I approach Thy banquet table in fear and trembling, for I am a sinner, and dare not rely on my own worth, but only on Thy goodness and mercy. Pray for us, O blessed Joseph. Then, having known it, may they keep it firm and inviolate. before receiving holy communion: I believe, O Lord, and I confess that Thou art truly the Christ, the Son of the Living God, Who camest into the world to save sinners, of whom I am first. We need that sustenance and we need it regularly." preparation before receiving holy communion Our Holy Tradition offers the Orthodox Christian believer guidelines on how one is to spiritually prepare to receive Holy Communion. From the malignant enemy, defend me. Body of Christ, save me. Amen. [11] Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad, let the sea be moved, and the fulness thereof: [12] The fields and all things that are in them shall be joyful. Bring up sacrifices, and come into his courts: [9] Adore ye the Lord in his holy court. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, may the whole world burn with love for Thee! Stay with me, Lord, because I am weak, and I need Thy strength, so that I may not fall so often. I have disappeared as the drop of water which loses itself in the depths of the ocean. Blessed be His Holy Name. Source: Modified from Evangelical Lutheran Hymnal. For he hath corrected the world, which shall not be moved: he will judge the people with justice. As by steps men ascended to the temple of God situated on a hill; so the good Christian ascends towards the eternal temple by certain steps of virtue disposed or ordered within the heart: and this whilst he lives as yet in the body, in this vale of tears, the place which man hath set: that is, which he hath brought himself to: being cast out of paradise for his sin. Communicants should not linger or socialize in the parking lot, but go immediately to their vehicle. VIEW. BEHOLD, O Kind and most sweet Jesus, before Thy Face I humbly kneel, and with the most fervent desire of soul, I pray and beseech Thee to impress upon my heart lively sentiments of faith, hope and charity, true contrition for my sins and a firm purpose of amendment. St. Ignatius of … St. Ignatius of An-tioch, writing about 107 A.D. referred to the Eucha- Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all God’s … By your Holy Spirit, help us to use this gift worthily, to confess and forsake our sins, to confidently believe that we are forgiven through Christ, and to grow in faith and love day by day until we come at last to the joy of eternal salvation, through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord. Amen. Father God, in the Name of Jesus, ... After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. All Orthodox Christians should have a father confessor, whether be his/her parish priest or a monk-priest in one of our monasteries who will serve as his/her spiritual guide and counselor. Thou dost enclose the ... Rite of Eucharistic Devotion (reposition) - Blessed be God. Your email address will not be published. Praise to Thee saving sacrifice, offered on the wood of the Cross for me and for all mankind. Merciful Father, take away all my offences and sins; purify me in body and soul, and make me worthy to taste the Holy of Holies. As with much of the Angelic Doctor's writings, his words have the ability to stir one's heart to more fully experience the depths of the mysteries he is writing about. Already for a long time past, He and I have watched and understood each other. O God, because you said it, I believe that I shall receive the Body of Jesus to eat, and the Blood of Jesus to drink. I thank Thee, O Lord my God, that Thou hast not rejected me, a sinner, but hast granted me to be a communicant of Thy holy Things. before receiving holy communion: I believe, O Lord, and I confess that Thou art truly the Christ, the Son of the Living God, Who camest into the world to save sinners, of whom I am first. What a gift to the church he was and continues to be. Passion of Christ, strengthen me. [4] For the sparrow hath found herself a house, and the turtle a nest for herself where she may lay her young ones: Thy altars, O Lord of hosts, my king and my God. And do Thou, O heavenly Father, vouchsafe one day to call me, a sinner, to that ineffable banquet, where Thou, together with Thy Son and the Holy Ghost, art to Thy saints true and unfailing light, fullness of content, joy for evermore, gladness without alloy, consummate and everlasting happiness. Glory to Thee, our God, glory to Thee. St. The priest and other celebrating clergy will usually say the Prayers of Thanksgiving immediately after receiving Holy Communion. Special thanks to Loyola Press and Catholic.org for freely providing these prayers to the public, and helping spread our beautiful Roman Catholic Faith. Lord, I show my wounds to Thee and uncover my shame before Thee. Add to Favorites. All who are not receiving Holy Communion are encouraged to express in their hearts a prayerful desire for unity with the Lord Jesus and with one another. A Prayer Before Receiving Communion. From Blessed be God: A Complete Catholic Prayer Book: I feel I am loved, and I too say: “I love Thee, I give myself to Thee forever!”. Show me anything that is not pleasing to You. O my God, help me to make a good Communion. Certain of the Prayers Before Receiving Holy Communion offer powerful visual images that are perfect for kids. Water from the side of Christ, wash me. Holy Communion brings together our worship and our work in the world. Make me strong to show your love wherever I may be. The following prayers will be found very useful as aids to your sentiments of worship, thanksgiving, petition, etc. Prayers Before and After Receiving Holy Communion.