CV NEWSFEED // The Eucharistic Congress will host a track of sessions dedicated to priestly renewal at its conference in July, according to a March news release.
“Your priestly heart is at the heart of the Eucharistic Revival,” the release stated. “As Jesus shared the Last Supper with the apostles, instituting both the Eucharist and the Priesthood, Jesus invited the very first priests to draw near and abide in him.”
According to the Eucharistic Revival website, sessions available for priests who want to follow the “Abide” experience are available on three days.
“There are many ways to experience the National Eucharistic Congress, including sessions tailored to various vocations, missions, and stages of life,” the release said. “In that same way, we have prayerfully crafted a special experience called Abide for you, our priests.”
The first day will include Scott Hahn’s “Eucharistic Amazement and the Heart of the Priest: Growing in Intimacy” talk and Fr. Brian Welter’s “The Martyrdom of Prayer” talk. The second day “will explore the themes of Eucharistic mission and identity,” with a panel that will discuss how priests can “accompany their parishioners in living a Eucharistic life” and a talk from Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Crookston on “fruitfulness, effectiveness, and sacrificial love in the priesthood.” Lastly, the third day will feature two talks that focus on Eucharistic servant leadership and being mindful of the poor.
“Gather with your brother priests for unique opportunities for reflection, fellowship, and prayer—inviting you into greater intimacy with Jesus Christ, the Great High Priest,” the release said.
