Welcome to the Catholic National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church

Remember our mothers in faith

Please join us in remembering all the women who have gone before us in faith: our mothers, grandmothers, aunts, cousins, friends, spiritual mothers and other women.

Give a forever gift to a mother in your life

Next engraving deadline: March 15, 2024

Have your loved one's name inscribed on our beloved Mothers’ Wall of Life! Every day we remember in prayer the more than 5,000 mothers from at least 44 states and five continents whose names have been engraved in the beautiful black granite walls.
New names received from now until March 15 will be engraved in April 2024, and a special unveiling ceremony will take place on Mother's Day 2024.

Do you or a loved one need prayer?

You’re not alone, we all need prayers! Please let us know how we can pray with you. Remember, God is with you and He delights when we lift our voices and give our worries over to Him. All prayer requests are placed in our chapel where they receive the benefits of individual prayers and prayers at Mass.

All are welcome at The Mothers' Shrine

Whether you are able to come to our beautiful Shrine in Laurie, or join us online, you are always welcomed at The Mothers' Shrine. Our Blessed Mother's heart is open and she is eager to bring each of us to her Son, Jesus.
Explore Upcoming Events & Pilgrimages

Waiting for the Coming of the Lord

A Special Festival of Lights Event Announced!

Celebrate the Birth of the Light of the World!

Latest News

Dec16 RorateMass
Nov 29

Waiting for the Coming of the Lord

Join the Mothers’ Shrine for Mass before dawn on December 16.

Dec10 OHolyNight
Nov 28

A Special Festival of Lights Event Announced!

Celebrate the birth of the Light of the World at a special Festival of Lights event, “O Holy Night,” on Dec. 10.

Bulletin Featured Image
Nov 24

Bulletin for November 25 & 26, 2023

Bulletin Insert for the The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, November 25 & 26, 2023

Nov23 Thanksgiving
Nov 23

Thanksgiving Blessings

Thanksgiving blessings from all of us at the Mothers’ Shrine!

Volunteers Needed
Nov 22

Festival of Lights Volunteer Call

Join us as a volunteer for the Festival of Lights!

RedTagSale
Nov 21

Red Tag Gift Shop Sale!

Shop the Pre-Christmas Red Tag Gift Shop sale until December 21, 2023!

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