Act of Faith …in the Real Presence

O my God, I firmly believe that you are one God in three divine Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

I believe that your Son, Jesus Christ, is truly present in the Holy Eucharist, body, blood, soul, and divinity.

As I come before you in prayer, I acknowledge that this belief is not based on human reasoning or worldly evidence, but solely on your word and the testimony of the Catholic Church.

With humble trust and deep reverence, I profess my belief in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist, and I long to receive Him with a heart full of gratitude and love.

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The background of Act of Faith …in the Real Presence

The Act of Faith in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist is a Catholic prayer that expresses one’s belief in the sacramental presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

The origin of this prayer can be traced back to the early centuries of the Christian church when the belief in the Real Presence was already established.

Over time, the prayer evolved and was refined by various theologians and saints, including St. Thomas Aquinas, who composed several hymns and prayers to express this belief.

In the sixteenth century, the Council of Trent affirmed the doctrine of the Real Presence as a central belief of the Catholic Church and called for the faithful to profess their belief in this mystery.

The Act of Faith in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist has since become a standard Catholic prayer, recited by the faithful as they seek to deepen their understanding and appreciation of this profound mystery of faith.

Today, the prayer continues to inspire and uplift Catholics around the world, reminding them of the great gift of God’s presence in the Eucharist and calling them to deeper faith and devotion.