St. John Chrysostom, Pray for Us
Lord, Jesus Christ my God, forgive the faults and sins which I, your unworthy servant, have committed from my youth to this day and hour, whether knowingly or in ignorance, whether by words, deeds, intentions, or thoughts and whether by habit or through any of my senses.
By the prayers of your pure and Virgin Mother, make me worthy without condemnation to receive your precious, immortal, and life-giving Mysteries for the forgiveness of sins and eternal life.
May the Eucharist sanctify, enlighten, strengthen, and heal my soul and body and thus destroy my evil thoughts, intentions, and prejudices.
For yours, Christ our God, is the Kingdom, the power, the glory, the honor, and worship with the Father and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and ever.
Amen.
Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM
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Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Upper Gardens admission sold until 5:30 p.m.
Updated Mask Mandate: Under orders from the governor, properly-worn masks are required in all indoor spaces at The Grotto, as well as outdoor spaces where people are gathered or social distancing cannot be maintained. This includes all Masses at The Grotto.
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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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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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Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
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Red Cross Blood Drives
Friday, Sept. 17
10 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
The Grotto Conference Center
Monday, Sept. 20
11 a.:45m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Grotto Conference Center
The Grotto is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to produce these blood drives.
There is a critical need for blood at this time. We thank all who participate. Each donation can save up to three lives!
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38th Annual Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, Oct. 3
3 p.m.
The Grotto Plaza
All are welcome to join us for the 38th Annual Blessing of the Animals. Bring your pets, properly restrained, to The Grotto Plaza on Sunday, Oct. 3, at 3 p.m.
People and pets of all faiths are welcome to join us for this special blessing.
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Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.
Today, look up at the majestic evergreens which surround the gardens of The Grotto.
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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, visit the shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lavang. This Vietnamese shrine is located on the multicultural path in the Upper Gardens.
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The Servite Friars (from left to right)
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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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