Welcome to the
National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church
‘The Mothers’ Shrine”
Rev. Pat Dolan
Pastor and Spiritual Director
A magnificent Shrine dedicated to Mary, Mother of the Church features an awe inspiring fourteen foot stainless steel sculpture of Mary, which stands in a natural amphitheatre surrounded by beautiful fountains.
The Mothers’ Wall of Life has become a great attraction of the Shrine, with the names of mothers from around the world engraved in the polished black granite. The Mothers’ Wall of Life continues to grow daily and is an everlasting tribute to all mothers.
The first engraving on the Mothers’ Wall of Life was April 1, 1999. It is a tribute to motherhood and family life, for all mother’s living or deceased, regardless of race, color or creed. There are now 37 states and 13 countries represented on the Wall, making this one of the most meaningful shrines in the country. Go into the web site and search for a loved ones name on the Wall.
In 2003, the Shrine became a National Shrine, making this the sixteenth Nation Shrine in the United States, and the only recognized National Shrine in Missouri.
All “Request for Prayers” are placed in the Chapel where they receive the prayers at Mass, and in a basket for people to pray for that specific request.
SAVE THE DATE
The 20th Anniversary Celebration of the National Shrine of Mary,
Mother of the Church
begins
Memorial Weekend, Sunday, May 27th, 8:00 a.m.
Mass. Bishop John R. Gaydos Celebrant
The 20th Anniversary Celebration Concludes on
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Lodge of the Four Seasons
“A Celebration of Motherhood”
Continuing Fr. Fred Barnett’s Vision
Mass/Guest Speaker
Banquet
Silent Auction
Entertainment
Awards
For Benefit Banquet Reservations or donate to the Silent Auction, contact Rose at 573 374-6279 or email mothersshrine@shrineofstpatrick.com
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