Hours of Operation: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Upper Gardens admission sold until 5 p.m.
Masks must be properly worn at all times while visiting The Grotto. Please maintain six feet of space for social distancing and follow all instructional signs.
What's in Bloom?
The early rhododendrons are blooming. The others should peak by early May.
The camellias continue to bloom and beginning to brighten the ground with pink confetti.
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Mass Schedule
We are delighted to have resumed in-person Mass, following the restoration of the Chapel of Mary.
We are still under strict capacity guidelines due to the pandemic, so we are only able to register 80 people per Mass. Social distancing is required, and masks must be properly word the entire length of Mass.
Sunday: 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 noon REGISTER
Daily Mass (Monday - Saturday): 12 noon REGISTER
Mass in Spanish: 2nd and 4th Sunday of the Month at 2 p.m. REGISTER
Mass in Tagalog: Third Saturday of the Month at 10 a.m. REGISTER
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Blessed are they who take refuge in the Lord
Today, the Servite Family celebrates the 350th Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Philip Benizi, OSM. He was a priest, and he is considered to be the leading light, both spiritually and intellectually, of the early Servite Order. He was chosen as the fifth prior general of the Order Servants of Mary.
Because of his intelligence, St. Philip was asked by the Pope to help in the Papal – Imperial conflict. He was sent to Forli to try and persuade people to return to loyalty to the Pope. While he was talking to the crowd, a violent group of young people heckled him and then physically attacked him. One young man by the name of Peregrine even punched St. Philip in the face. But St. Philip, who “took refuge in the Lord” refused to retaliate in the face of violence. This reaction made a huge impact on Peregrine Laziosi who had a complete change of heart and later joined the Order.
One of the many popular tales that became associated with him tells how St. Philip prayed during a famine when the friars had no food, and that two baskets of bread were found at the door. He was blessed because he “took refuge in the Lord.”
We ask St. Philip’s intercessions this day for us to continue to put our trust in the Lord and to take refuge in God that he may protect and guide us through our own faith journey.
Amen.
Fr. Leo Hambur, OSM
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Remembering a year ago:
Bringing The Grotto to You
One year ago, in response to the growing pandemic, we began a series of daily emails called "A Place of Sanctuary: Bringing The Grotto to You." We closed completely a short time later, and that closure lasted for months.
The "Bringing The Grotto to You" series highlighted a feature at (or about) The Grotto each day. The series lasted for 88 days, the length of our closure.
We hope you enjoy this feature, "Looking Back", where we will share a piece of those emails every day for 88 days. Click the link below to view today's feature, which was originally shared this time last year.
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Click on the video and take a moment to relax and experience the serenity of the sanctuary.
Today, listen to the peaceful sounds of the falls at St. Philip Benizi's Retreat, located on the lower level.
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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, view the beautiful sunset.
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Plaza Office Hours
Monday - Saturday (Not available Thursday)
10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
A Friar will be in the office attached to the Visitor Center during the above hours.
They 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. Masks and social distancing are required.
You are also welcome to contact a Friar directly at the emails listed below.
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Fr. Vidal Martinez, OSM
Rector of The Grotto
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Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Let The Grotto Gift Shop carries a great collection of items for Confirmation, First Holy Communion, and the season of spring.
Celebrate the 350th Anniversary of the Canonization of Servite St. Philip Benizi with this prayer card, available at The Grotto Gift Shop.
CURBSIDE PICK-UP AVAILABLE: call 503-261-2424
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Upcoming Blood Drives
Friday, April 23
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Grotto Conference Center
Wednesday, May 19
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Grotto Conference Center
Wednesday, June 30
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Grotto Conference Center
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If you are unable to visit in person, you may purchase a candle to be lighted at The Grotto. Your candle will burn for seven days in the outdoor cradles.
Your support will allow our sanctuary to continue its mission of being a place of peace, prayer and natural beauty for all.
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Mass Enrollment Cards
Perpetual Enrollment in The Grotto’s Guild of Masses and Prayer honors yourself, your family or your loved ones, and provides support for The National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother.
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