Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Lansing at 3815 S Cedar St., Lansing, MI 48910-4501 US - The Holy Spirit Oratory

24 hour Adoration Chapel: The Holy Spirit Oratory is located on the grounds of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, and adorers are praying 24 hours a day. Visitors are welcome to stop in for 5 minutes or an hour of quiet prayer. The door is unlocked from 8 to 5. Parishioners of the Lansing Diocese are encouraged to sign up for a designated hour time slot so someone is there 24 hours a day.If you are interested in dedicating an hour of your time weekly, please call Jack W. Chan, (517) 668-8113, or Judy DeSmith (517) 669-0909 for more information. Jesus is present, awaiting your visit. Will you answer His call and SIGN UP for one hour of Adoration each week?

1. What is Perpetual Adoration? Catholics of the Lansing Diocese unite in making continuous hours of prayer and adoration before the Most Blessed Sacrament during the day and night, seven days a week.

2. Why is permanent exposition important? Many people are appreciative of exposition. They are more responsible and faithful in keeping their holy hour with Our Lord. For many people, exposition is one of the most beautiful ways to witness their faith. 

3. Is this the work of the clergy? Not at all. Vatican Council II emphasized the importance of lay involvement in the Church's mission. Perpetual Adoration uses a team principle of the laity working under the direction of the clergy with the Bishop's approval.

4. Considering the crime situation, isn't it dangerous to go 24 hours a day? Many pastors have reported that since beginning Perpetual Adoration in their parishes the crime rate in their community has declined.

5. What spiritual benefits and graces are attributed to establishing a program? An increase in Mass attendance and reception of the Sacraments is noticeable. Also, fallen away Catholics return and the number of religious and priestly vocations. The spiritual desire and courage to spread the "good news" to others. As Pius XII said: "Personal sanctification and the sanctification of others is the basis of all Catholic actions."

6. What did Pope John Paul II say about Perpetual Adoration? He envisioned Catholics praying around the clock, adoring the Blessed Sacrament and feeling the great power of Perpetual Adoration on every continent... ”Your faith will help you to realize that it is Jesus Himself who is present in the Blessed Sacrament, waiting for you and calling you to spend one special hour with Him each week.”

Where will you get the joy of loving - in the Eucharist, Holy Communion. Jesus has made Himself the Bread of Life to give us life. Night and day, He is there. If you really want to grow in love, come back to the Eucharist, come back to that Adoration."   -Mother Teresa