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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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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! -
July 6
Letter to Friends of the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe at Marytown -
July 6Sign up to receive FREE Daily Reflections by Bishop Robert Barron.
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catholic resources
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Prv 21:1-6, 10-13Responsorial Psalm Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44Gospel Lk 8:19-21
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Events
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Saturday, October 6, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Please join us with your pets on Saturday October 6th as Marytown carries on the Franciscan custom of the Blessing of the Animals, conducted in remembrance of Saint Francis of Assisi’s love for all of God’s creatures. Bring your fluffy, hoofed, scaled and feathered friends for this time-honored tradition. For the safety of animals and people, please ensure that all dogs are on a leash and smaller animals are protected in a cage. -
Sunday, October 7, 3:00 PM
On October 7th, The Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary, Marytown will join the Coast-to-Coast Rosary Rally to pray for Life, Marriage and Religious Liberty, followed by Benediction. For full details CLICK EVENT TITLE. -
Friday, October 12, 7:00 PM
Join us on Friday, October 12, when Marytown presents a panel of experts who will answer your questions regarding planned giving. Planned giving is sometimes referred to as gift-planning or legacy-giving. It’s a way to support non-profits that enable philanthropic individuals to make larger gifts than they could make from ordinary income. For example, did you know that giving stock can be more beneficial than giving cash? They will also offer insight on new tax law giving opportunities. For additional information and to register CLICK EVENT TITLE ABOVE. -
Saturday, October 20, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for a sacred music concert celebrating Mary’s special role as Queen of Saints. The concert will be given by Jacob Heidel, Director of Sacred Music. 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.
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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.