Prayer for Blessing Pets

Blessed are you, Lord God, maker of all living creatures. In your infinite wisdom, Lord God, when you created the universe you blessed us with all living creatures. You called forth fish in the sea, birds in the air and animals on the land. You inspired Saint Francis of Assisi to call all of them his brothers and sisters.

We especially thank you for giving us our pets who are our friends and who bring us so much joy in life. Their presence very often helps us get through trying times. Kindly bless our pets. May our pets continue giving us joy and remind us of Your power.

By the power of your love, enable them to live according to your plan. May we always praise you for all your beauty in creation. Blessed are you, Lord our God, in all your creatures!

Amen.

Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM
38th Annual Blessing of the Animals

TODAY
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 today, Oct. 3, at 3 p.m.

People and pets of all faiths are welcome to join us for this special blessing.
The Grotto's Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Upper Gardens admission sold until 5:30 p.m.
Sunday Masses

8 a.m.
10 a.m.
12 noon

All Masses will be celebrated in the Chapel of Mary

Filipino Mass

2 p.m.

This Mass is celebrated on the first and third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. 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).
Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit

The Grotto is honored to host an exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles in The Grotto Conference Center.

The exhibit consists of illustrations and descriptions of 48 miracles from around the world since the 3rd century.

The exhibit will be open through Oct. 17. All are welcome. There is no charge to view the exhibit.

Exhibit Hours

Monday - Friday 10 a.m - 3 p.m. (closed from noon to 1 p.m.)
Saturday - Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (closed from noon to 1 p.m.)
Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.

Today, view this amazing evergreen which stands near the Calvary Statue at the entrance to 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, the colors of autumn are arriving in the Peace Garden.

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
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.
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.