Corpus Christi: The Gift of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist

Corpus Christi: The Gift of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist

What is Corpus Christi?

The Solemnity of Corpus Christi — Latin for “Body of Christ” — is a beautiful feast in the Catholic Church dedicated to honoring Jesus Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist. It is a reminder that Jesus gives Himself to us, not only in words, but in a living, tangible, and holy way every time we celebrate Mass.

The History and Meaning of Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi was inspired by the visions of St. Juliana of Liège in the 13th century, when she felt called by Jesus to establish a special feast in honor of the Holy Eucharist. In 1264, Pope Urban IV announced the feast for the universal Church, making it an annual celebration to deepen reverence and love for the Blessed Sacrament.

Today, Corpus Christi is celebrated with Mass, Eucharistic processions, and moments of Adoration — reminding us that Jesus walks with us, guides us, and is present every step of our journey.

The Significance of Corpus Christi

The Eucharist is the heart of our Catholic Faith. At every Mass, when the priest says, “This is my Body… This is my Blood”, Jesus becomes truly present. The feast of Corpus Christi gives us an opportunity to:

1. Reflect on the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.

2. Renew our belief in this sacred gift.

3. Thank Him for feeding our souls.

4. Share His love and mercy with others.

How We Can Celebrate

Here are a few ways you can honor the Solemnity of Corpus Christi:

✅ Attend Mass and receive Holy Communion.

✅ Participate in a Eucharistic procession if one is held in your parish.

✅ Spend a quiet moment in Eucharistic Adoration, thanking Jesus for His loving presence.

✅ Read about the saints devoted to the Holy Eucharist, like St. Thomas Aquinas or St. Juliana.

✅ Teach a child about the beauty and significance of the Eucharist.

Prayer for Corpus Christi

Here’s a simple prayer you can pray:

Lord Jesus,

You gave Yourself to us in the Holy Eucharist as a sign of Your infinite love.

May we always approach this Holy Sacrament with reverence and thanksgiving.

Fill our hearts with grace, deepen our faith, and draw us closer to You.

Amen.

Final Thoughts

The Solemnity of Corpus Christi reminds us that Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist — our food for the journey and the heart of our faith. Let this feast fill your heart with gratitude, deepen your love for the Blessed Sacrament, and inspire you to walk more closely with Jesus every day.

PROMISES OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST TO THOSE WHO VISIT HIM IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

PROMISES OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST 

           TO THOSE WHO VISIT HIM 

        IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

               Given To Catalina Rivas

           With Ecclesiastical Approval

1. I promise the Soul to visit me frequently in the Blessed Sacrament that I will receive such soul affectionately along with all the Blessed and Angels of Heaven; that each visit of yours will be inscribed in the Book of his Life and grant him:

2. All petitions to be presented before the altar of God in favor of the Church, the Pope and the Consecrated Souls.

3. Cancellation of Satan's power over your person and loved ones.

4. Special protection in case of earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters that would otherwise affect it.

5. She will be lovingly cut off from the world and its attractions, which are cause of doom.

6. The elevation of the Soul, wishing to reach SANCTIFICATION, in visits to the contemplation of My Face.

7. Relief from the purgatory pains of your loved ones.

8. My Blessing for all material and spiritual projects you undertake, if it is for the sake of your own Soul.

9. Receive My visit, in the company of My Mother, at the time of death.

10. *Listening and attending to the needs of the people he asks for.*

11. The intersection of Saints and Angels at the hour of death, to reduce the temporary sentence.

12. May My Love arouse holy callings consecrated to GOD among your loved ones and friends.

13. The Soul that keeps true devotion to My presence in the Eucharist will not be condemned, you will not die without the sacraments of the Church.

14. To the priests and religious who spread devotion to worship, I grant you many special thanks, the total acknowledgement of your sins and the grace to repent.

15. I will help you form faithful devout communities and Saints and achieve many privileges.

16. I promise these things to all people, with only two conditions; which are the fruit of genuine love towards My Royal presence in the Eucharist, and which are absolutely indispensable to make reality in their lives my promises.

I. LET THEM FIGHT TO PRESERVE DIGNITY ON MY ALTARS.

II. BE MERCIFUL TO YOUR NEIGHBOR.

Oh our Eucharistic Jesus, inflame my soul with Your love 💕