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May 16th, 1955


Dear Diary,

May 16, 1955

Today started with a cool breeze, and Sister Mary Claire and I tookour usual walk up to St. Mary's for Holy Mass. It's becoming a lovely routine for us. During Mass, Father LeRoy talked about the sign out in front of our church and the importance of making Little Visits. He encouraged us to visit the St. Mary's outside of Holy Mass because it’s open all the time. He reminded us that if the little red candle is lit, it means the Eucharist is present in the tabernacle.

Father LeRoy said something that really stuck with me: "It is certain that men would not be as unhappy as they are if in all their trials and troubles they went to the Most Holy Sacrament to find a remedy there." This touched me deeply. He explained that Jesus is truly and really present in the Eucharist—His body, blood, soul, and divinity. This means that when we are in front of the tabernacle, we are in the real presence of Jesus Himself. Knowing that He is there, waiting for us to come to Him with our joys and sorrows, gives us great comfort and peace.

Sister Mary Claire and I talked about this on our way home. We felt a deep sense of gratitude for this incredible gift. Later, in the Inner Court prayer wagon, we said a special prayer to increase our faith in the Holy Eucharist.

Here’s the little prayer Sister and I wrote:

"Dear Jesus, increase our faith in Your Holy Eucharist. Help us to remember that You are always with us, truly and really present in Your body, blood, soul, and divinity. May we come to You in our times of trial and trouble, finding peace and comfort in Your presence. Thank You for this amazing gift. Amen."

Good night, Dear Diary readers. May your faith be strengthened and your hearts be filled with peace.


Amen.


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