Hours of Operation: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Upper Gardens admission sold until 5 p.m.
Masks must be properly worn at all times while visiting The Grotto. Please maintain six feet of space for social distancing and follow all instructional signs.
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What's in Bloom?
The rhododendrons are really beginning to come to life. They should be blooming for the next few weeks.
The bright greens of the new leaves are a spectacular contrast to the colors of the blooms all over the gardens. This is a great time to visit the Upper Gardens.
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Mass at The Grotto
Mass is celebrated daily in the Chapel of Mary at 12 noon. On Sundays, the 10 a.m. and 12 noon Masses will be celebrated outdoors in The Grotto Plaza, weather permitting.
We are still under strict capacity guidelines due to the pandemic, which is 80 indoors, and 200 outdoors, so please follow direction from the ushers.
When attending Mass, social distancing is required, and masks must be properly worn the entire length of Mass. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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St. Peregrine Healing Mass Returns
We are pleased to announce the return of the monthly Healing Mass in honor of St. Peregrine, beginning Saturday, May 1, at 12 noon.
At this Mass, a blessing with the relic of St. Peregrine will be offered. St. Peregrine is the patron saint of those with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. To learn more about St. Peregrine, please click here.
Mass Schedule
Daily Mass (Monday - Saturday): 12 noon
Sunday Masses: 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 noon
Spanish Mass: Second and Fourth Sunday of the Month at 2 p.m.
Tagalog Mass: Third Saturday of the Month at 10 a.m.
St. Peregrine Healing Mass: First Saturday of the Month at 12 noon
A blessing with the relic of St. Peregrine is offered at this Mass and at all Saturday noon Masses (beginning in May.)
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It Hurts But I’m Better Now
Truth hurts sometimes. However, along the way it makes us better. It can truly heal us. When we feel hurt by the truth it means we are human, we can still change, we can still grow and mature; that the Lord can still heal us in our woundedness and brokenness brought about by our pride and arrogance. Let us not live in a comfortable lie. It will not make us a better Christian. It will not make us grow and mature.
In the first reading today, we heard Peter overcome his rigidity and inflexibility. We cannot remain selective in terms of what and what not to hear from the Lord. That, like the Lord in the Gospel, we should know the voice of the true shepherd, not because of the flowering words or sweet words spoken, but because of him who speaks the truth to us.
Prayer
Lord, give us today the grace of openness to hear and accept your words. Though they may sometimes hurt us, but it is for our true healing and wellness as your disciples. Help us in our hard-headedness and close-mindedness. Like Peter, help us understand and imitate your ways.
Amen.
Fr. Edgar Benedi-an, OSM
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Remembering a year ago:
Bringing The Grotto to You
One year ago, in response to the growing pandemic, we began a series of daily emails called "A Place of Sanctuary: Bringing The Grotto to You." We closed completely a short time later, and that closure lasted for months.
The "Bringing The Grotto to You" series highlighted a feature at (or about) The Grotto each day. The series lasted for 88 days, the length of our closure.
We hope you enjoy this feature, "Looking Back", where we will share a piece of those emails every day for 88 days. Click the link below to view today's feature, which was originally shared this time last year.
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Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.
Today, view the spectacular cliff which separates the lower level with the Upper Gardens.
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Join Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM, Rector of The Grotto, for a daily stroll through the garden.
Each day, enjoy photos and videos taken by Father Vidal, often during hours when the grounds are closed.
Today, rhododendrons are beginning to bloom around the gardens.
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Plaza Office Hours
Monday - Saturday (Not available Thursday)
10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
A Friar will be in the office attached to the Visitor Center during the above hours.
They gladly await your request for confession, spiritual guidance and blessing of articles. You may also set up an appointment for a blessing with the relic of St. Peregrine. Masks and social distancing are required.
You are also welcome to contact a Friar directly at the emails listed below.
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Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM
Rector of The Grotto
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Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Let The Grotto Gift Shop carries a great collection of items for Confirmation, First Holy Communion, and the season of spring.
CURBSIDE PICK-UP AVAILABLE: call 503-261-2424
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Mass Enrollment Cards
Perpetual Enrollment in The Grotto’s Guild of Masses and Prayer honors yourself, your family or your loved ones, and provides support for The National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother.
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