The National Eucharistic Congress hosted in Indianapolis is off to a start. Catholics in the United States has waited since 1941 to gather for an event such as this one. Organized within the context of the National Eucharistic Revival, this Congress hopes to foster deeper devotion to and a greater understanding of the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. The initial experience of the Congress for many pilgrims was rather difficult. Lines to receive the necessary credentials wrapped around... Read more
National Eucharistic Congress: Day two
The second day at the NEC in Indianapolis was packed. I spent several hours in the hall where there seems to be an endless number of vendors. The expected big Catholics names are there: Knights of Columbus, Franciscan University of Steubenville, Benedictine College, Our Sunday Visitor etc. There are also quite a number of artists selling amazing Catholic art – including Catholic legos. Countless ministries from throughout the country are represented, along with religious communities and many Catholic media companies.... Read more