"Perpetual Adoration makes a very strong statement of our faith in the loving presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. We will be the sanctuary lamps that will be illuminated around the clock, as we prayerfully acknowledge His abiding presence." —Fr. Bernard Zadjel
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Our Lady of the Angels Adoration Chapel is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except when Mass is being celebrated. All are welcome. Continuous prayer before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is an expression of our love for Him and “consoles a soul far beyond what the world can offer.” (St. Alphonsus Ligouri)
When: You are welcome to be in the chapel any time. Prayerfully consider signing up for an hour each week. *Please call the parish office, to make arrangements for adoration between 8 p.m. - 7 a.m. Where: Adoration Chapel is located in the NE corner of the church Contact: [email protected] Special Times
Angelus Prayer Daily at Noon The Angelus prayer is being prayed aloud in our Lady of the Angels Chapel every day at noon. This special prayer honoring Mary and her role as the Mother of God is prayed together by Christians every day around the world, including Pope Francis on Sundays. Please feel free to join us in the chapel. Prayer cards in English and Spanish provided. Children’s Adoration Hour Every Monday from 9-10 a.m. A special time for children and their parents to adore Christ through noise, movement, or any way they want! |
History of Perpetual Adoration at Saint Bonaventure
Adoration at Saint Bonaventure began October 2, 1997, two days before the Feast of St. Francis. Pastor Fr. Bernard Zadjel expressed a desire to have adoration one day a week following morning Mass, and 38 people signed up for a holy hour every Thursday. After three years of Eucharistic Thursdays, the Parish Council made it a goal to start perpetual adoration for the year 2000, designated a Jubilee Year and the "Year of the Eucharist" by Pope John Paul II. The beginning of perpetual adoration was historic for Saint Bonaventure and the surrounding community, as this was the only perpetual adoration chapel in the area.
It was the effort of many that made perpetual adoration at Saint Bonaventure a reality. A prayer group organized meeting weekly to ask God's help and blessings on this effort. The entire parish community was invited to participate and to pray the Memorare daily. We were overwhelmed by the generosity of many parishioners. Contributions covered all of our costs, and many donated their time to make our Lord's new home a lovely dwelling.
Our chapel was named "Our Lady of the Angels" by Fr. Bernie after the Portiuncula chapel that St. Francis restored after hearing Christ's call to rebuild his church. Angelo Gheradi was the liturgical artist responsible for the interior design of the chapel. Mr. Gheradi designed the two angels in our chapel, carved by the Demetz Art Studio in Northern Italy. One of our adorers designed the tabernacle, and the monstrance was brought back from Fatima, Portugal.
More than 400 individuals committed themselves to a holy hour each week, some from neighboring parishes. On the Feast of Christ the King, November 26, 2000, Bishop Paul Dudley presided at the 11 a.m. Mass. After Mass, there was a procession into the "Our Lady of the Angels" chapel. Perpetual adoration has continued at Saint Bonaventure for the last 20 years, thanks to the prayers and dedication of countless adorers and dozens of coordinators. The chapel's overall coordinators were Pat Gilligan 2000-2018, Lisa Bauch 2018-2020, and Will Herrmann beginning March 2020.
Adoration at Saint Bonaventure began October 2, 1997, two days before the Feast of St. Francis. Pastor Fr. Bernard Zadjel expressed a desire to have adoration one day a week following morning Mass, and 38 people signed up for a holy hour every Thursday. After three years of Eucharistic Thursdays, the Parish Council made it a goal to start perpetual adoration for the year 2000, designated a Jubilee Year and the "Year of the Eucharist" by Pope John Paul II. The beginning of perpetual adoration was historic for Saint Bonaventure and the surrounding community, as this was the only perpetual adoration chapel in the area.
It was the effort of many that made perpetual adoration at Saint Bonaventure a reality. A prayer group organized meeting weekly to ask God's help and blessings on this effort. The entire parish community was invited to participate and to pray the Memorare daily. We were overwhelmed by the generosity of many parishioners. Contributions covered all of our costs, and many donated their time to make our Lord's new home a lovely dwelling.
Our chapel was named "Our Lady of the Angels" by Fr. Bernie after the Portiuncula chapel that St. Francis restored after hearing Christ's call to rebuild his church. Angelo Gheradi was the liturgical artist responsible for the interior design of the chapel. Mr. Gheradi designed the two angels in our chapel, carved by the Demetz Art Studio in Northern Italy. One of our adorers designed the tabernacle, and the monstrance was brought back from Fatima, Portugal.
More than 400 individuals committed themselves to a holy hour each week, some from neighboring parishes. On the Feast of Christ the King, November 26, 2000, Bishop Paul Dudley presided at the 11 a.m. Mass. After Mass, there was a procession into the "Our Lady of the Angels" chapel. Perpetual adoration has continued at Saint Bonaventure for the last 20 years, thanks to the prayers and dedication of countless adorers and dozens of coordinators. The chapel's overall coordinators were Pat Gilligan 2000-2018, Lisa Bauch 2018-2020, and Will Herrmann beginning March 2020.