The National Shrine Grotto Easter Candle

The National Shrine Grotto is once again blessed and moved by the inspirational design and intricate artwork of Sister Mater Pia in her custom painting of the Paschal Candle for this Easter Season. With Christ as the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end, and a scene in remembrance of this Eucharistic Year of significance, we are united at the grotto with the depiction of Our Lady of Lourdes and the beautiful statue reminding us that Our Blesses Mother watches over us always. With precise and prayerful execution of details this year’s Paschal candle is a true work of inspired art. We thank Sister Mater Pia for her dedication and for sharing her talents. The Paschal Candle is lit for all Masses during the Easter Season at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.

Photo of Sr. Mater Pia who painted the Pascal candle