Mass - Every Day at 12 PM
Adoration and Confessions - Saturday and Sunday 10:45 AM
Spanish Mass - Sunday 2 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
First Saturday Devotions - First Saturday of every month 12:30 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Our Lady of Lourdes Rosary Crusade - Second Saturday of every month 10:30 AM at the Grotto Cave
Adoration and Confessions - Saturday and Sunday 10:45 AM
Spanish Mass - Sunday 2 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
First Saturday Devotions - First Saturday of every month 12:30 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Our Lady of Lourdes Rosary Crusade - Second Saturday of every month 10:30 AM at the Grotto Cave
March for Life
January 29, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM St. Mary's Chapel
On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court invalidated 50 state laws and made abortion legal and available on demand throughout the United States in the now-infamous decisions in Roe v Wade and Doe v Bolton. The MARCH FOR LIFE in Washington, D.C., began as a small demonstration and rapidly grew to be the largest pro-life event in the world. The peaceful demonstration that has followed on this somber anniversary every year since 1973 is a witness to the truth concerning the greatest human rights violation of our time, legalized abortion on demand.
January 29, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM St. Mary's Chapel
On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court invalidated 50 state laws and made abortion legal and available on demand throughout the United States in the now-infamous decisions in Roe v Wade and Doe v Bolton. The MARCH FOR LIFE in Washington, D.C., began as a small demonstration and rapidly grew to be the largest pro-life event in the world. The peaceful demonstration that has followed on this somber anniversary every year since 1973 is a witness to the truth concerning the greatest human rights violation of our time, legalized abortion on demand.
Presentation of the Lord / Candlemas
February 2, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Candle Blessing, Procession, & Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
February 2, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Candle Blessing, Procession, & Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Blessing of the Throats
February 3, 2021
The Blessing of the Throats is a sacramental of the church, celebrated on February 3, the feast day of Saint Blaise of Sebaste. Throat blessing & Mass, 12 PM Mass in St. Mary's Chapel
February 3, 2021
The Blessing of the Throats is a sacramental of the church, celebrated on February 3, the feast day of Saint Blaise of Sebaste. Throat blessing & Mass, 12 PM Mass in St. Mary's Chapel
Our Lady of Lourdes
February 11, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass followed by Anointing of the Sick, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
February 11, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass followed by Anointing of the Sick, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
(First Day of Lent)
Adoration, 10:45 AM
Confessions, 10:45 AM
Holy Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
(First Day of Lent)
Adoration, 10:45 AM
Confessions, 10:45 AM
Holy Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Feast of the Sacred Heart
June 11, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
"I promise you in the excessive mercy of my Heart that my all-powerful love will grant to all those who receive Holy Communion on the First Fridays in nine consecutive months the grace of final perseverance; they shall not die in my disgrace, nor without receiving their sacraments. My divine Heart shall be their safe refuge in this last moment" (Jesus to St. Margaret Mary).
June 11, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
"I promise you in the excessive mercy of my Heart that my all-powerful love will grant to all those who receive Holy Communion on the First Fridays in nine consecutive months the grace of final perseverance; they shall not die in my disgrace, nor without receiving their sacraments. My divine Heart shall be their safe refuge in this last moment" (Jesus to St. Margaret Mary).
Father's Day
June 20, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 a.m. in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Spanish Mass, 2PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Be sure to wish your dad or grandfather a happy Father's Day, or say a prayer for him if he has passed on. While you are at it, be sure to say happy Father's Day to your priest. Our spiritual fathers reflect the love of God to us on a daily basis as well.
June 20, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 a.m. in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Spanish Mass, 2PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Be sure to wish your dad or grandfather a happy Father's Day, or say a prayer for him if he has passed on. While you are at it, be sure to say happy Father's Day to your priest. Our spiritual fathers reflect the love of God to us on a daily basis as well.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
June 27, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Spanish Mass, 2PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Mother of Perpetual Help, today we face so many difficulties. Help us to reach out to those in need. Help us understand that our lives belong to others as much as they belong to us.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help, model of Christian love, we know we cannot heal every ill or solve every problem. But with God's grace, we intend to do what we can. May we be true witnesses to the world that love for one another really matters. May our daily actions proclaim how fully our lives are modeled after your life.
June 27, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Spanish Mass, 2PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Mother of Perpetual Help, today we face so many difficulties. Help us to reach out to those in need. Help us understand that our lives belong to others as much as they belong to us.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help, model of Christian love, we know we cannot heal every ill or solve every problem. But with God's grace, we intend to do what we can. May we be true witnesses to the world that love for one another really matters. May our daily actions proclaim how fully our lives are modeled after your life.
The Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
July 16, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
July 16, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
- The Feast of Saint Sharbel
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Maronite Divine Liturgy followed by Procession, 12 PM Mass in St. Mary's Chapel
One of the ways God is manifesting His divine power today is through the numerous miracles happening across the world through the intercession of St. Sharbel. The National Shrine Grotto has added a shrine in honor of St. Sharbel to provide a prayerful and peaceful site where visitors from across the country can experience God’s saving and healing power, celebrate God’s loving presence, and pray to St. Sharbel to intercede on their behalf.
The Feast of Blessed Father Stanley Rother
July 28, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Newly-beatified Blessed Stanley Rother has become a Catholic hero. A brave shepherd who laid down his life for his flock, Fr. Stanley was killed by a corrupt Guatemalan government after refusing to leave his Catholic community in the small town of Santiago Atitlan. He attended seminary at Mount St. Mary's, and spent much of his time at the Grotto.
July 28, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Newly-beatified Blessed Stanley Rother has become a Catholic hero. A brave shepherd who laid down his life for his flock, Fr. Stanley was killed by a corrupt Guatemalan government after refusing to leave his Catholic community in the small town of Santiago Atitlan. He attended seminary at Mount St. Mary's, and spent much of his time at the Grotto.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
August 15, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Spanish Mass, 2PM in St. Mary's Chapel
During the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary we lift up our hearts in a time of repose. We contemplate Mary's beauty and recognize a time of consolation where we reflect on the reward that Mary enjoys. In the Assumption we look forward to sharing what Mary already possesses, the final glory marked out for her by God.
August 15, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Spanish Mass, 2PM in St. Mary's Chapel
During the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary we lift up our hearts in a time of repose. We contemplate Mary's beauty and recognize a time of consolation where we reflect on the reward that Mary enjoys. In the Assumption we look forward to sharing what Mary already possesses, the final glory marked out for her by God.
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
September 8, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
The Blessed Virgin Mary was born to be the mother of the Savior, the spiritual mother of all mankind, and the Queen of Heaven and Earth. Through her powerful intercession, the unbelieving receive the gift of faith, and the members of the Body of Christ grow in likeness of Him.
September 8, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
The Blessed Virgin Mary was born to be the mother of the Savior, the spiritual mother of all mankind, and the Queen of Heaven and Earth. Through her powerful intercession, the unbelieving receive the gift of faith, and the members of the Body of Christ grow in likeness of Him.
Our Lady of the Rosary
October 7, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 a.m. in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Rosary , following 12 p.m. Mass in St. Mary's Chapel
October 7, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 a.m. in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Rosary , following 12 p.m. Mass in St. Mary's Chapel
All Hallows Eve Rosary Procession & Candy Hand-Out
Date TBA
Each year, the National Shrine Grotto hosts a gathering of children dressed in Catholic themes. Saints - past, present, and future - are welcome, as well as heroes of the Old Testament. The occasional cowboy, ballerina or firefighter is OK for the younger children. The children are led through the grounds to say a rosary and then collect treats at several candy stations.
If you plan on bringing a little one, please bring one bag of candy per child ( commercially wrapped ). We will be outdoors on the mountain – Please dress for the weather. Sunset will be at 6 pm. If you have Family Radio Service radios (GMRS radios), please bring them to listen to the rosary leaders, and don't forget to bring something for the kids to carry their candy in!
We are also in need of volunteers to assist with distribution of treats to the kids. Helpers can be older kids (teenagers), grandparents and friends and CAN be in costume! Please call the National Shrine Grotto office for additional information at 301-447-5318.
Immediately after 12:00 Noon Mass: Gathering of the Saints
1:00 p.m. Rosary Procession to the Grotto
1:30 p.m. Litany of the “Little Saints” at the Grotto
2:00 p.m. Prayerful Treats along the lanes at the Grotto (kids will need to recite a short prayer at each station to get their candy
Date TBA
Each year, the National Shrine Grotto hosts a gathering of children dressed in Catholic themes. Saints - past, present, and future - are welcome, as well as heroes of the Old Testament. The occasional cowboy, ballerina or firefighter is OK for the younger children. The children are led through the grounds to say a rosary and then collect treats at several candy stations.
If you plan on bringing a little one, please bring one bag of candy per child ( commercially wrapped ). We will be outdoors on the mountain – Please dress for the weather. Sunset will be at 6 pm. If you have Family Radio Service radios (GMRS radios), please bring them to listen to the rosary leaders, and don't forget to bring something for the kids to carry their candy in!
We are also in need of volunteers to assist with distribution of treats to the kids. Helpers can be older kids (teenagers), grandparents and friends and CAN be in costume! Please call the National Shrine Grotto office for additional information at 301-447-5318.
Immediately after 12:00 Noon Mass: Gathering of the Saints
1:00 p.m. Rosary Procession to the Grotto
1:30 p.m. Litany of the “Little Saints” at the Grotto
2:00 p.m. Prayerful Treats along the lanes at the Grotto (kids will need to recite a short prayer at each station to get their candy
All Saints' Day
November 1, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Today the Church celebrates all the saints: canonized or beatified, and the multitude of those who are in heaven enjoying the beatific vision that are only known to God. Centuries ago, November 1 was set as the day for commemorating all the Saints. We are all called to the same holiness as the Saints. We are all called to "follow in His footsteps and conform [our]selves to His image seeking the will of the Father in all things. [We] must devote [our]selves with all [our] being to the glory of God and the service of [our] neighbor. In this way, the holiness of the People of God will grow into an abundant harvest of good, as is admirably shown by the life of so many saints in Church history" (Lumen Gentium, 40).
All Saint's Day Prayer
Almighty ever-living God, by whose gift we venerate in one celebration the merits of all the Saints, bestow on us, we pray, through the prayers of so many intercessors, an abundance of the reconciliation with you for which we earnestly long. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. R/. Amen
November 1, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Today the Church celebrates all the saints: canonized or beatified, and the multitude of those who are in heaven enjoying the beatific vision that are only known to God. Centuries ago, November 1 was set as the day for commemorating all the Saints. We are all called to the same holiness as the Saints. We are all called to "follow in His footsteps and conform [our]selves to His image seeking the will of the Father in all things. [We] must devote [our]selves with all [our] being to the glory of God and the service of [our] neighbor. In this way, the holiness of the People of God will grow into an abundant harvest of good, as is admirably shown by the life of so many saints in Church history" (Lumen Gentium, 40).
All Saint's Day Prayer
Almighty ever-living God, by whose gift we venerate in one celebration the merits of all the Saints, bestow on us, we pray, through the prayers of so many intercessors, an abundance of the reconciliation with you for which we earnestly long. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. R/. Amen
All Souls' Day
November 2, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
All Souls' Day is dedicated to remembering the faithful who have passed from earthly life to eternal life, praying for their souls, and celebrating their union with Christ.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Send to the National Shrine Grotto the names of the souls of your loved ones, your dearly departed, and they will be remembered at Mass on All Souls Day and throughout the month of November.
November 2, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
All Souls' Day is dedicated to remembering the faithful who have passed from earthly life to eternal life, praying for their souls, and celebrating their union with Christ.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Send to the National Shrine Grotto the names of the souls of your loved ones, your dearly departed, and they will be remembered at Mass on All Souls Day and throughout the month of November.
Thanksgiving Day Hours
November 25, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Thanksgiving and Christmas Days: Grounds ONLY will be opened from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (gates close at 5 PM).
The chapels, Miller Family Visitors Center and St. Bernadette's Gift Shop will be closed all day.
November 25, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Thanksgiving and Christmas Days: Grounds ONLY will be opened from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (gates close at 5 PM).
The chapels, Miller Family Visitors Center and St. Bernadette's Gift Shop will be closed all day.
Our Lady of Guadalupe
December 12, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 a.m. in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Our Lady of Guadalupe had this to say to the traveler Juan Diego:
"Know for certain, least of my sons, that I am the perfect and perpetual Virgin Mary, Mother of the True God through whom everything lives, the Lord of all things near and far, the Master of heaven and earth. Here I will demonstrate, I will exhibit, I will give all my love, my compassion, my help and my protection to the people. I am your merciful mother, the merciful mother of all of you who live united in this land, and of all mankind, of all those who love me, of those who cry to me, of those who seek me, of those who have confidence in me. Here I will hear their weeping, their sorrow, and will remedy and alleviate all their multiple sufferings."
The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrates the appearance of the Blessed Virgin Mary that marks the beginning of the massive conversion to Christ and His Church of the native peoples of Mexico. Our Lady of Guadalupe continues to be a source of consolation and hope, not only to Catholics of Hispanic descent but to all people, especially those undergoing great trials.
December 12, 2021
Adoration, 10:45 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 a.m. in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 p.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Our Lady of Guadalupe had this to say to the traveler Juan Diego:
"Know for certain, least of my sons, that I am the perfect and perpetual Virgin Mary, Mother of the True God through whom everything lives, the Lord of all things near and far, the Master of heaven and earth. Here I will demonstrate, I will exhibit, I will give all my love, my compassion, my help and my protection to the people. I am your merciful mother, the merciful mother of all of you who live united in this land, and of all mankind, of all those who love me, of those who cry to me, of those who seek me, of those who have confidence in me. Here I will hear their weeping, their sorrow, and will remedy and alleviate all their multiple sufferings."
The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrates the appearance of the Blessed Virgin Mary that marks the beginning of the massive conversion to Christ and His Church of the native peoples of Mexico. Our Lady of Guadalupe continues to be a source of consolation and hope, not only to Catholics of Hispanic descent but to all people, especially those undergoing great trials.
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
January 1, 2022
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
January 1, 2022
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
January 4, 2022
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
January 4, 2022
Adoration, 10:45 AM in St. Mary's Chapel
Reconciliation, 10:45 AM in the Confessional near St. Mary's Chapel
Mass, 12 PM in St. Mary's Chapel
Bulletin Archive
We offer a monthly, informative bulletin for our pilgrims. Click here for our archive of past bulletins in Adobe PDF format, and we encourage you to contact us directly by email at grotto@msmary.edu if the month of the bulletin you are seeking is not listed below.
We offer a monthly, informative bulletin for our pilgrims. Click here for our archive of past bulletins in Adobe PDF format, and we encourage you to contact us directly by email at grotto@msmary.edu if the month of the bulletin you are seeking is not listed below.
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National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
on the campus of Mount St. Mary's University 16330 Grotto Road Emmitsburg, MD 21727 Phone: 301-447-5318 Mass: Every Day 12 p.m. Reconciliation: Saturday and Sunday 10:45 A.M. Adoration: Saturday and Sunday 10:45 A.M. 
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