WELCOME TO THE

NATIONAL SHRINE

Mary Help of Christians

Staute of Mary Help of Christians with a flower arch around her and votice candles at her feet

At the National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians,

we create an environment in which young people and adults can experience the presence of God calling them into a relationship of love and service with Jesus Christ.

In accord with the vision of St. John Bosco, Mary Help of Christians is our role model, teacher and guide.

Mary is waiting to help you.

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At A Glance

160 acres

48 Foot tall statue of Mary

Daily Mass

outdoor altar for Mary Help of Christians

OUTDOOR ALTAR

Retreat Center

Marian Shrine gift shop with shelves full of Catholic gifts
resurrected Jesus on cross behind Church altar

Serene Church

Daily Confession

48 foot tall statue of The Blessed Virgin Mary
staute of Don Bosco with a boy

Salesians

gift shop

Come on Pilgrimage

Marian Shrine altar with resurrected Jesus on cross, tabernacle, angels in prayer on both sides of the tabernacle, and blue stained glass behind the cross

As you explore the National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians you will see that the beautiful grounds are marked with a variety of devotional statues and reminders of ways people can communicate with God. You may choose to visit for a leisurely walk, stop into the shrine church or plan a day to stay for Mass, go to confession or say the rosary.

private chapel at the shrine with stained glass saint windows, red leather chairs, and gold tabernacle

Recharge on a Retreat

We have everything you need for peaceful rest and prayer - renovated retreat houses, meeting rooms, dining rooms, chapels, and more.

Our Retreat Center team is here for you.

We accommodate Catholic school groups at elementary and high school levels, parish religious education programs, adults, and more. We also offer self-guided retreats.

Join Us for Mass

Sunday Mass

11:00 AM

12:30 PM

Daily Mass

Monday 12:00 PM

Tuesday 12:00 PM

Wednesday 12:00 PM

Thursday 12:00 PM

Friday 12:00 PM

Saturday 12:00 PM

“Mary owns this place. I feel her peace as soon as I enter the grounds.”

— A pilgrim

Mary Help of Christians outdoor altar statues with Mary, Don Bosco, and angels

Did you receive a grace or answered prayer at the National Shrine?

Come for an hour, a day, or a week.

Find the peace and hope you seek.