Adoration

[Ekaterina]

I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask a question about adoration. I am getting ready to go for the first time in over a year. What do I do?

Last time I was there alone. I was tormented by unpleasant thoughts and wanted to run from the room. As soon as the next person came, I left immediately.

So I am going to try again. What prayers do I say? What do I do if the same thing happens as last time?

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[Brant]

Hello there!

I personally have found no greater peace then going to Adoration. I personally would take the time to say the rosary and bring any prayer cards you might have and your bible. Just take the time to spend with God in a quiet and peaceful environment. God bless.

Brant.

 

[R_C]

Last time I was there alone. I was tormented by unpleasant thoughts and wanted to run from the room.

You should not act so as to ease or get rid of the distress caused by temptations - especially under such circumstances. In this case it was unpleasant thoughts. Other times it may be an urge to leave immediately because there are so many important things to be done, or who knows what other reason.

James 4:7: “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

Prayer of the Holy Rosary is an excellent meditation and a most worthy form of private prayer to Christ through and with Our Lady.

The Litany of the Holy Name of Jesus would probably help as well.

 

[starryheart]

I normally just try to immerse myself in peace. I talk to Jesus and tell Him what’s going on… and later on I do my prayers.

I should probably go to Adoration as well!

 

[WaitingForJesus]

I would talk to your priest if this happens again. Most people I know experience peace or boredom in adoration. See if the priest can help you work through what is troubling you. May the Lord bless you and keep you safe!