The Grotto remains closed due to ice and storm damage


The Grotto will be closed today, Thursday, Jan. 18. There will be no noon Mass.


Please check our website, thegrotto.org, for updates about reopening. Stay tuned for information about how you can help.


Click here to view more photos from the storm.


Below: Trees lean in the plaza as a result of the high winds earlier this week. The Grotto will be closed until these trees are removed, along with dozens of others.

Trees lean in plaza due to wind storm.

A Prayer in the Plaza


O Lord, as I pray quietly alone in this plaza, I know that I am not alone. I am surrounded by this cathedral of trees and beautiful artwork reflecting the life and death of your Son Jesus.


I also see images of Blessed Mary, St. Peregrine, St. Bernadette, and other saints. I am not alone. I am part of the company of believers, Saints who have gone before me.

I close my eyes and am reminded of the many times I have sat in this plaza when it was filled with my brothers and sisters as they attended Mass. We are united in Communion with Jesus.


Lord help me to be mindful of the needs of others even when I am seemingly alone. Give me courage to be loving and forgiving like the holy men and women who have gone before me.


I pray that in some small way my words and actions can lead others to a closer relationship with you. I ask this through your Son Jesus, Our Lord.


Amen.