33 Days to Eucharistic Glory​
33 Days to Eucharistic Glory
​The call to action of the parish mission is to consecrate ourselves to the Holy Eucharist during Lent. The book 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory, by Matthew Kelly will be distributed at each night of the Parish Mission Events. This book will guide our preparation for consecration that will begin on Wednesday, March 12 and will conclude on Palm Sunday, April 13th. The consecration will take place at Our Lady of Good Hope on Monday, April 14th during Eucharistic Exposition, and together as a community, we will recite aloud the prayer of Eucharistic Consecration before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
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Take fifteen minutes each day to set aside time to read and reflect on a commentary around the themes of trust, surrender, believe, and receive. Optional videos are available for reflections on each day’s content, offered by Matthew Kelly and Fr. Jonathan Meyer.
Weekly small group discussions are available at each campus.
Weekly Schedule
Introduction: The Eucharist is the Answer (before Mar 12)
Week 1: The Eucharist and the Pilgrim (before Mar 19)
Week 2: The Eucharist and the Saints (before Mar 26)
Week 3: The Eucharist and You (before Apr 2)
Week 4: The Eucharist and History (before Apr 9)
The Final Days: The Moment of Surrender (before April 13)
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Consecration Day: April 14, 2025​​​
Weekly Discussion
Weekly Discussion:
Tuesdays
March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8 (all Tuesdays)
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9:00 AM - St. Mary
6:30 PM - St. Henry BLS Cafeteria
Can I still participate in the consecration if I didn't start the preparation on March 12?
The entire preparation and consecration may take place anytime. Doing it as a group on a specific schedule creates accountability and builds excitement as we look forward to consecration day.
Is the consecration invalid if I miss a day of reflection? What should I do if I do miss a day?
It is important to complete the entire preparation. If you miss a day, you may complete two reflections the next day, as long as you don't rush, which would obviate the purpose of the preparation.
Can you make a consecration to Mary, to Joseph, and to Jesus through the Eucharist in your lifetime, or do you have to pick one?
It is not uncommon to make more than one consecration (or to renew a consecration) over a period of several years.
Do I have to be at the ceremony on consecration day?
You may make the consecration (i.e. recite the consecration prayer in a state of grace) at any time and from anywhere. It is generally preferred to be in the presence of Christ (e.g. during Adoration or Mass).
