AUGUST 15 ANNIVERSARY DAY VIGIL
PROCESSION THROUGH THE SHRINE GROUNDS
CROWING OF THE BLESSED MOTHER
FLAGS OF PILGRAMS VISITING THE SHRINE
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beautiful, warm, sunny day with a little breeze to make it
comfortable. Pilgrims came from all our surrounding states;
plus, some from as far away as Poland, California, Florida,
Virginia, and the Philippines. Again the Anniversary Day Activities began at 12 noon with the Procession that wound its way through the Shrine grounds. It was very inspiring to see the long stream of people walking and singing in procession behind their respective flags and following the color guard, the statue of Our Blessed Mother, and the carriers of the gold, jeweled crown that was used for Her crowning at the Sacred Spot of Apparition. After the Prayer Vigil with its rosaries, prayers, and hymns, the visitors were treated with refreshments in the Mediatrix of Peace Hall and with the opportunity to listen to the recordings of Mary Ann Van Hoof's Messages given by Our Blessed Mother on August 15th and October 7th in 1950. Visitors were then able to view the glassed-in model of the House of Prayer and listen to an explanation of what it will be like when the construction process is completed. What a privilege to be able to honor Our Heavenly Mother for all She has done and continues to do for us! Mary, Queen of the Holy Rosary, Mediatrix of Peace, Mediatrix Between God and Man, Pray for us and help us! |
Shrine Grounds
SHRINE GROUNDS
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With spring brings much preparation for the pilgrims that will be visiting the Shrine this summer. The raking and removal of the leaves is completed. The flowerbeds have been tilled and the flowers are being planted. Soon the lawn will be cut weekly. The shrine grottos have been cleaned and the windows washed. There also will be the need for painting and repairs to the grottos. Some roof repairs are also being planned. The music equipment used on the grounds required replacement. After researching for new sound equipment, it was decided to install a computer to play the ground music, the angelus three times a day and the evening chimes. |
New Modesty Sign
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Dress Modestly On Shrine Grounds Modesty in dress has been requested by Our Heavenly Mother. In obedience to Her and in respect for those seeking a prayerful environment at the grounds blessed by Her Apparitions to Mrs. Van Hoof, please avoid coming to the Shrine in shorts, tight-fitting clothes, or revealing clothes such as: slacks; short skirts; see-through, low-cut, or sleeveless blouses etc. Wrap-around skirts are available for those coming to the Shrine unprepared. Thank you for your cooperation.
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House of Prayer Model
HOUSE OF PRAYER UPDATEThe engineers and architects are almost complete with reviewing and updating the drawings of the House of Prayer to meet the present building codes. When this is completed we will continue with the block walls. The mezzanine floor (choir loft) will require experienced carpenters and masons to erect the forms and pour the concrete floor. This work can begin once the plans are completed. Volunteers are always welcome to help with the work around Our Holy Mother’s Shrine. The Saturday Work Bees will continue with the women preparing a noon meal for the volunteers. MAY GOD BLESS OUR HELPERS!
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October 7, 1975 — Feast of the Holy RosaryMy dear children, I urgently ask you to continue to prepare for the House of Prayer. It is needed now very badly. . . . The need is now and it should be here. The souls who will be wandering, seeking, searching, would need comfort and guidance and shelter by coming into the House of Prayer and then leaving, leave with a heart filled with peace and comfort they received within those walls. For none of the Saints who have appeared here, will ever leave the House of Prayer without a sentinel there at all times, twenty-four hours a day and three-hundred and sixty-five days a year. Some Celestial will be within the walls by pairs, to give you graces and comfort if you are willing to accept them. |