Mary, Queen and Mother of Mercy, Pray for Us
God our Father, grant that Mary, Queen and Mother of mercy, intercede for us, as we call upon her help in our time of distress, time of need, time of illness. May our Mother stretch out her arms and embrace us all who take refuge in her and seek her intercession. Grant, Heavenly Father, that Mary, Queen and Mother of Mercy, be attentive to our voice and win for us your compassion and the forgiveness of our sins. Father of goodness, that you may strengthen us in our weakness and give us your grace, our Mother never ceases to pray for us, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM
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Celebrate the Return of the Christmas Festival of Lights!
This year’s Festival will look a little different due to the ongoing pandemic. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to produce a safe but fun Festival.
Tickets will be sold online in advance in order to control the nightly capacity.
The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights features over two million lights and hosts nightly indoor holiday concerts performed by many of the region’s finest schools, churches, and civic choirs. The Festival reflects the special season of hope that Christmas offers.
Continuous entertainment for all ages is offered in The Grotto’s plaza area, including outdoor caroling, puppet shows, and an assortment of musical guests.
For more information about this year's Festival, including Covid-19 safety protocol, please click here.
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The Grotto's Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Upper Gardens admission sold until 5:30 p.m.
Following state guidelines, masks must be worn in all indoor spaces at The Grotto, and outdoors where crowds are gathered or social distancing cannot be maintained.
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Daily Mass
12 noon in the Chapel of Mary
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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).
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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.
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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.
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The Grotto Gift Shop: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
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Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.
Today, listen to the tranquil sounds of the bubbling fountain which lies beneath the statue of the Assumption of Mary. This statue is located in the Rose Garden near the Monastery in 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, take a walk to the Meditation Chapel during the scenic season of fall.
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The Servite Friars (from left to right)
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