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Friday of the First Week of Lent

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)

10-11:45 a.m.

Priest Office next to the Interpretive Center

Holy Hour of Mercy

10:30 a.m.

Chapel of Mary

Via Matris (Way of Our Sorrowful Mother)

11:30 a.m.

Chapel of Mary

Mass

12 noon

Chapel of Mary

Via Crucis (Stations of the Cross)

3 p.m.

Outdoors (weather permitting) beginning on the upper entry path near the Gift Shop and parking lot, or Chapel of Mary (inclement weather)

Hours of Operation

Grounds: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Upper Gardens admission sold until 5:30 p.m.)

Gift Shop: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

O God, who by the prayers of St. Matilda, brought to pass the great work of the conversion of many souls. Grant us, through her intercession, the grace to live lives of virtue and piety. May we follow her example of humility, charity, and devotion to Your will. And we ask you, St. Matilda, intercede for us, that we may be inspired by your faith and courage to serve God and our fellow man with the same dedication.

We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

We hope you enjoy this feature each day during Lent, where we will share scenes from the sanctuary.

Today: The Camellias

The Camellias are Blooming!

We invite you to enjoy the beauty of God's creation while viewing the many pink and white camellias, now blooming all over the gardens.

We hope you enjoy these photos from around the grounds.

Enjoy the beauty of the camellias, now blooming at The Grotto. Even the ground surrounding is spectacular in pink.

The Grotto Designated Jubilee 2025 Pilgrimage Site

Archbishop Alexander K. Sample has designated The Grotto is a Jubilee pilgrimage site. The Grotto invites everyone from around the world to celebrate the Year of Hope at The Grotto.

To learn more about the 2025 Jubilee Year, please click here.

Gift Shop Hours: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

The Grotto Gift Shop has a wide variety of items for Lent, as well as a large collections of books, cards, rosaries, jewelry, home decor, statuary, yummy treats and much more.