‘National Emmaus moment’ comes to Northwoods

From The Superior Catholic Herald...

As the final lead-up to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis this July, Catholics are invited to participate along four Eucharistic pilgrimage routes throughout the country, converging on the congress in America’s heartland.
The Marian Route, which started at the Mississippi’s headwaters in Northern Minnesota passed through Duluth May 21-22. The Diocese of Superior was invited to lead and take part in this national event.

Holy Hour, May 21

On Tuesday, May 21, Bishop James P. Powers led a holy hour of Eucharistic adoration at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary in Duluth. The Cathedral’s rector welcomed everyone present that evening, including Bishop Daniel Felton, the local ordinary, and Bishop Andrew Cozzens, who is committee chair for the National Eucharistic Revival initiative.

Bishop Powers incensed the exposed Eucharist and led an opening prayer. Diocese of Superior Dcn. John Grek proclaimed the Gospel account of the disciples on the road to Emmaus from Luke, chapter 24. Prayers of the faithful were offered and another lengthy period of silence took place before a solo piece performed by Superior’s Diocesan Chorale.

After the Eucharistic blessing, acclamation of the Divine Praises and Reposition, all present were invited to a reception and fellowship following the holy hour across the street at Stella Maris Academy.

Mass and Eucharistic Procession, May 22

Although the forecast included possible rain, Mass began with an overcast sky outside the cathedral. Duluth’s Bishop Daniel Felton was the presiding celebrant, with Bishop Powers and Bishop Cozzens concelebrating along with various priests, assisted by numerous deacons.

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