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Welcome To Marytown
The National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe at Marytown is a place of pilgrimage for the faithful dedicated to promoting the witness and life of St. Maximilian, a Conventual Franciscan friar and priest, martyred in the Holocaust. It is filled with artistic beauty, cultural and historical significance, and deep spiritual renewal.Our Mission:To serve the Gospel and the Church by forming Eucharistic disciples in prayer, evangelization, works of mercy, and Marian consecration in the spirit of St. Maximilian Kolbe.
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A SPECIAL PLACE OF PRAYER
The National Shrine includes the Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, an educational Holocaust exhibit, and the relics of Saint Maximilian, a full service Retreat & Conference Center and the biggest Christian Bookstore and Gift Shop between Chicago and Milwaukee!
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Plan a Pilgrimage
Encounter God Anew
With an increased sense of rootlessness in our society, a pilgrimage invites us to stop and reconnect with what is important in our lives
Plan a Visit to The Shrine Today Book Your Retreat at The Shrine
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News
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October 15
Marytown's beloved Br. Martin Schmitz, OFM Conv. has moved to the St. Joseph's Home run by the Little Sisters of the Poor in Palatine, IL where his health needs can be better met. Though he misses his brother friars, friends and longtime home of Marytown, he's at peace with his new arrangement. The friars ask everyone to keep him in their prayers and we ask our Blessed Mother to place her protective mantle over him. For details click on the NEWS TITLE. -
September 4
Please join seminarians from Mundelein Seminary for nine Novena Masses at parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Chicago from Sept. 7 through Sept. 15. CLICK EVENT TITLE FOR FULL DETAILS & MASS SCHEDULE. -
August 23
Marytown welcomes our new Rector and Guardian, Fr. Benedict M. La Volpe, OFM Conv. with open arms and joyful hearts!
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catholic resources
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31–5:1Responsorial Psalm Ps 113:1b-2, 3-4, 5a and 6-7Gospel Lk 11:29-32
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Events
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Saturday, October 20, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a Sacred Music concert to celebrate Mary’s special role as Queen of Saints, given by Jacob Heidel, Director of Sacred Music. Immediately following the concert, we will be showing the classic movie, The Song of Bernadette. For additional details CLICK EVENT TITLE. -
Saturday, November 17, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Consecrate yourselves to Our Lady in the spirit of the worldwide Militia of the Immaculata movement, founded by Saint Maximilian Kolbe. The spirit of the movement is the spirit of continual conversion. When lived in the spirit of willingness and humility, the Immaculata will elevate our natural gifts and inspire us to holiness and fruitful service within the Church. Registration is required. Please contact Deacon Tom Gaida at tom@KolbeShrine.org or 847-367-7800 ext. 246. For full details CLICK EVENT TITLE. -
Saturday, December 8, 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception for a day of contemplation, prayer, music and fellowship devoted to Our Lady as we prepare ourselves to welcome the Christ Child into our hearts. For those considering consecration to Our Lady, this will be an especially valuable day of reflection and discernment. Take advantage of this special day to grow in your relationship with Mary, Mother of God. For full details, click on EVENT TITLE.
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Enjoy highlights from the sacred music concert performed on April 28, 2018 to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of St. Maximilian Kolbe's Priestly Ordination.