Father of Life Eternal,

We thank you for you gift of life nourishment. Today you teach us the true meaning Christian life, that is, to undergo a little dying daily in order for us to truly live with you and others. We know its not an easy process, but the outcome is priceless. Grant us the grace to endure the painful process brought about by selfishness and indifference so that others may live. We ask this through Jesus Christ, in the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Fr. Edgar Benedi-an, OSM
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Outdoor Mass and Candlelight Rosary Procession

Sunday, August 15
7:30 p.m.
The Grotto Plaza

All are welcome to join us as we celebrate next Sunday as this very special Mass.
Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Upper Gardens admission sold until 7:30 p.m.
Daily Mass

12 noon in the Chapel of Mary
Recitation of the Rosary

Daily recitation of the Rosary at The Grotto will take place everyday, one half hour before each Mass. On Friday's, we pray the Rosary of the Seven Sorrows of Mary (Servite Rosary).
Priest's Office Hours

Monday - Saturday
10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

The Servite Friars 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. The office is located at the Visitor Center.
Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.

Today, look up at the majestic trees which surround The Grotto.

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, view the sunlight peeking through the trees surrounding the Upper Gardens.

The Grotto, which is located on the north face of Rocky Butte, is nestled within a forest of tall evergreens and dozens of other deciduous tree.

With its 62 acres of gardens and forest, The Grotto is one of the coolest places in the city on a hot summer day. We invite you to come and enjoy a lazy stroll in our gardens.
The Servite Friars (from left to right)

Father Vidal Martinez, OSM, Rector: FatherVidal@thegrotto.org
Father Ignatius Kissel, OSM: FatherIgnatius@thegrotto.org
Father Leo Hambur, OSM: FatherLeo@thegrotto.org
Father Edgar Benedi-an, OSM: FatherEdgar@thegrotto.org
Bible Study Livestream

Saturdays: 9:15-10 a.m.

All are welcome to the weekly Bible Study Livestream with Fr. Edgar Benedi-an, OSM. For more information, please click the button below.