Act of Desire for Holy Communion

When unable to receive sacramentally, this act of desire expresses longing for Jesus in the Eucharist.

The Prayer

My Jesus, I believe that Thou art present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love Thee above all things, and I desire to receive Thee into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive Thee sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace Thee as if Thou wert already there and unite myself wholly to Thee. Never permit me to be separated from Thee. Amen.

Traditional Act of Spiritual Communion / desire; classic English, public domain. (Distinct title from existing Spiritual Communion post.)

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