To the Virgin at the Foot of the Cross

Holy Mary, woman of sorrow, Virgin bride at the Cross, where love is consummated, and life comes forth.

Mother of disciples, inspire us to serve.

Teach us to stand with you at the foot of the countless crosses where the Son of Man is still being crucified.

Make us living witnesses of Christian love, welcoming everyone as brother and sister.

Help us to escape our blindness to follow Christ, The Light of all peoples.

Amen.
 
(Adapted from OSM Vigil of Our Lady)

Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM
Seven Days of Service

This tradition began last year during the pandemic as a way to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows and the anniversary of The Grotto.

Please join us for our second annual week of service as we celebrate our 97th Anniversary.

Monday, Sept. 20 - Saving Lives
Inspiration: Jesus Christ

Blood Drive
11:45 - 4:40
The Grotto Conference Center

Tuesday, Sept. 21 - Caring for the homeless
Inspiration: The Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order
Partner: Blanchet House

Sock Drive
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Grotto Parking Lot
New socks only, please

Wednesday, Sept. 22 - Care and love for all creation
Inspiration: St. Francis of Assisi
Partners: Your local pet shelters

More information coming next week about shelters in your neighborhoods.

Thursday, Sept. 23 - Feeding those in need
Inspiration: Servite St. Philip Benizi
Partner: SnowCap

Food Drive
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Grotto Parking Lot

Please bring non-perishable food items and personal hygiene items to fill the shelves of this Northeast Portland food bank.

Friday, Sept. 24 - Caring for women and children
Inspiration: Mother Mary
Partner: Rose Haven

Diaper and Wipes Drive
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Grotto Parking Lot

Rose Haven is a day shelter and community center in Northeast Portland serving women and children experiencing the trauma of abuse, loss of home and other disruptive life changes. Rose Haven was founded in 1997 as a program of Catholic Charities.

Saturday, Sept. 25 - Caring for those with cancer
Inspiration: Servite St. Peregrine Laziosi
Partner: American Cancer Society

Stay tuned next week to learn about ways you can support and be a friend to someone battling cancer.
 
Sunday, Sept. 26 - Supporting Education
Inspiration: Servite St. Clelia Barbieri
Partner: Your local schools

Stay tuned next week for how you can help students in need at your local schools.

For more information about the Seven Days of Service, keep reading the daily emails. You many also email events@thegrotto.org with any questions.
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.
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. - 6:30 p.m.
Red Cross Blood Drives

Friday, Sept. 17
10 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
The Grotto Conference Center

Monday, Sept. 20
11:45 a.m. - 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!
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.
Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.

Today, view the stunning bronze replica of Michelangelo's Pietà, located in the Meditation Chapel in the Upper Gardens.

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 beautiful statue of Mary which stands in the middle of the Rose Garden. This garden is located in the Upper Gardens next to the Monastery of Our Sorrowful Mother.

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.