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Catholic Encyclopedia: Benediction of the Blessed
Description of the basics of this popular devotion. Benediction is unusual in that it is a devotional practice partly governed by liturgical law.
Catholic Encyclopedia: Forty Hours' Devotion
Somewhat dated with regard to the liturgical details, but otherwise an accurate depiction. Forty Hours has had something of a revival in recent years as a fervent prayer for the healing of AIDS.
Catholic Encyclopedia: Visits to the Blessed Sacra
A devotional practice of relatively modern development, honoring the Real Presence of Christ.
Church of the Holy Ghost - Perpetual Adoration
Descriptions of Perpetual Adoration, along with news and prayers to be used while adoring Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
Devotion to the Blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist
Savior.org's mission is to utilize the technology of the Internet to bring the living presence of the Savior to those unable to personally attend a chapel of adoration, and to unite the world in prayer.
Eucharistiae Sacramentum
Promulgation of the Rites for Holy Communion and the Worship of the Eucharist outside of Mass. From the Sacred Congregation for Divine Worship, June 21, 1973.
Eucharistic Adoration News
Information about Eucharistic Adoration in Western New York and around the world, and how to start it in your parish. Doctrinal references, special devotions.
Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Love
Encourages perpetual adoration of the Most Holy Blessed Sacrament. Features prayer groups, email lists and Cenacle outline.
Eucharistic Holy Hour
A "booklet" on the web which suggests prayers and hymns for a Holy Hour. Especially suited to a group public devotion in church, but could be adapted for individual use.
Eucharistic Hymns
Eucharistic hymns from the Catholic Book of Worship III, some with audio files.
Eucharisticum Mysterium Part III: Worship of the E
Issued in 1967 by Pope Paul VI. Norms governing the veneration of the Blessed Sacrament outside of the Mass. Later sections (follow the links) deal with visits to the Blessed Sacrament, processions, and exposition.
History of Eucharistic Adoration
Long (70K, plain text) article by John Hardon, about veneration of the Blessed Sacrament outside of the Mass.
Instruction on Eucharistic Worship
A document issued by the Sacred Congregation of Rites explaining how "The mystery of the Eucharist is the true center of the sacred liturgy and indeed of the whole Christian life."
League of Eucharistic Guardians for Perpetual Euch
The official home page for the League of Eucharistic Guardians of the Philippines, the National Association for Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration.
Notes on the Recitation of the Rosary During Expos
Consideration of this question by the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, January 1, 1998.
Perpetual Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
FAQ on perpetual exposition, from the U.S. National Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Society for Eucharistic Adoration
This is the website of the Society for Eucharistic Adoration, based in Australia. It provides information about the apostolate and publications of the society.
The Real Presence Association
Coordinates information about Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in North America. Provides hours, locations, maps and driving directions.