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​Adoration

Adoration

Eucharistic adoration is the adoration of Jesus Christ present in the Holy Eucharist. The most common form of Eucharistic Adoration is when the Blessed Sacrament is exposed in a special vessel called a Monstrance and placed on the altar so that the faithful can quietly pray in the presence of the Lord. Adoration begins with a liturgical service called Exposition and ends with a liturgical service called Benediction.

Adoration is held at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Portage on the first Friday of each month from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

You can also stop in to Church anytime to and pray before the Eucharist in the Tabernacle. Whenever you see the white Sanctuary candle lit, you know that Jesus is present in the Tabernacle.

To learn more about Eucharistic Adoration...

The Importance of Eucharistic Adoration
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops offer an brief description about the importance of Eucharistic Adoration. You can read more about their response by clicking the button to the left.
A Beginner's Guide to Adoration
Are you new to Eucharistic Adoration? While this article is geared toward teenagers, it has some helpful guides for beginners of all ages. You can read more by clicking the button to the left.

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception & St. Mary Help of Christians

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We, the parishes of St. Mary Help of Christians (Briggsville) and St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception (Portage), in a spirit of faith and service rooted in the mission of Christ as revealed
in the Gospel, are committed to creating welcoming communities that actively pursue opportunities for formation in our Catholic faith,​
spiritual growth and out reach to others in need.
St. Mary HOC
Briggsville, WI 
​P: 608-981-2282
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St. Mary OTIC
Portage, WI 53901
​P: 608-742-6998
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Into the Deep
    • Mass Times
    • Publications >
      • Weekend Homilies
      • Recording Archive
      • Weekly Bulletins
    • History and Mission
    • Join the Parish
    • Parish Staff
    • Parish Leadership
    • St. Mary School - Portage
    • National Shrine of St. Philomena
    • Contact Us
    • Parish Center Hours
    • St. Mary Portage Facility Usage
  • Liturgy & Sacraments
    • Mass Livestream
    • Weekly Readings
    • Baptism
    • Reconciliation >
      • Advent Reconciliation
    • Eucharist >
      • Adoration
    • Confirmation
    • Marriage
    • Holy Orders & Religious Life
    • Anointing of the Sick
  • Lifelong Faith Enrichment
    • He Walks With Us - Podcast Series
    • Children's Liturgy of the Word
    • Portage Faith Formation >
      • Make-Up Work
      • Works of Mercy & Service
    • Briggsville Faith Formation
    • Adult Faith Formation
    • Becoming Catholic - RCIA
    • Youth Ministry
    • Catholic Resources >
      • Podcasts for Catholic Men
    • ASK US!
    • Liturgical Resources >
      • Advent Resources
      • Christmas Resources
      • Ordinary Time Resources
      • Lenten Resources
      • Triduum Resources
      • Easter Resources
  • Volunteer & Donate
    • Volunteer Opportunities >
      • Parish Leadership Committees
      • Liturgical Ministries
      • Music Ministries
      • Art & Liturgical Environment Ministries
      • Lifelong Faith Ministries
      • Hospitality Ministries >
        • Marketing Committee
      • Pastoral Ministries
      • Parish Events >
        • Parish Gala
        • Thanksgiving Dinner
      • Community Outreach
    • Financial Stewardship
    • SCRIP Program
  • Pastoral & Spiritual Care
    • Homebound Ministers & Communion Ministry
    • Joy of Mail
    • Prayer Chain & Prayer Requests
    • Prayer Shawl Ministry
    • Coffee Tea & Thee
    • Kaleidoscope Klub
    • Area Support Groups
  • Event Photos
  • Calendar