God our creator, today’s reading from Isaiah speaks of a day when the blind shall see; in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus heals two who approached him with faith. Physical blindness may be a difficult burden, but contrary to ancient thinking, it implies no sinfulness. Spiritual blindness, on the other hand, is the inability to see the injustices around us, the unwillingness to see those in need around us, or even the inability to recognize our own shortcomings. Open our eyes, O Lord, that we may see the countless ways that we can help one another; open our hearts to respond as generously as we are able. Amen.

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is back and will continue nightly through Dec. 30 (except Christmas Day). This annual event celebrates the true meaning of Christmas with music, lights and joy.

More than 150 choirs will perform over the course of 35 nights in the Chapel of Mary, with its cathedral-like acoustics. 

There are nightly puppet shows and caroling in the pavilion tent, and music all around the grounds. And don't forget the millions of lights! New this year - a giant, walk-thru Christmas tree.

Tickets are sold in advance. No cash sales at the door.

Please bring a non-perishable food item for SnowCap.

Volunteers Needed for Festival

The Festival would not take place without our wonderful volunteers. We have both indoor and outdoor positions available. Most shifts last approximately three hours. Click the link below for more information or to sign up. Thank you for your support of The Grotto.

Today's Hours of Operation

Grounds and Chapel: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Gift Shop: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Upper Gardens: Last admission sold at 2:30 p.m.

Christmas Festival of Lights: 5 - 9:30 p.m. (grounds close at 10 p.m.)

Holy Hour of Mercy

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Please join us on the first Friday of each month for a Holy Hour of Mercy, including Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available at this time.

Daily Mass

12 noon

Chapel of Mary

Complete Mass Schedule

Daily Recitation of the Rosary

Daily recitation of the Rosary at The Grotto will take place everyday, one half hour before each Mass.

30 Seconds of Peace

Enjoy the view from the Meditation Chapel in the Upper Gardens. Mt. St. Helens can be seen 52 miles to the north.