Loving God, on this fifth day of Christmas the Gospel reading tells of the presentation of the child Jesus at the temple, according to the law of Moses. The devout man Simeon recognized the child as your anointed one, who would bring salvation to the world. Open my eyes and my heart this day, that I, too, may recognize the light of Jesus in others. Amen.

Daily Mass: 12 noon in the Chapel of Mary Recitation of the Rosary: 11:30 a.m. Garden Hours: The Upper Gardens are currently closed as we clear debris from the winter storm. Christmas Festival of Lights: 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (grounds close at 10 p.m.)

Festival Information The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights will continue nightly through Friday, Dec. 30. 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.

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Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. We invite you to come and explore the store and its many treasures.

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