Catholic Shrines In Maryland

The Shrine of the Sacred Heart has a rich history spanning over 150 years in Mt. Washington. Our parishioners cut across the diverse cultures of Baltimore and the greater central Maryland region. The Shrine is a welcoming and accepting parish that embraces people from all walks of life and prides itself on spreading Jesus' message of love.

Located in scenic Howard County, Maryland, just 30 miles west of Baltimore, the Shrine of St. Anthony has been home to the Franciscan Friars for over 70 years. In its long life, the Shrine has been home to many friars and has served as a student residence, a house of philosophy, and a novitiate. Since 1991, the Shrine has been home to the Companions of St. Anthony ministries.

Catholic Shrines in Baltimore, Maryland The Catholic history of Baltimore, Maryland In 1634 two ships carrying Catholic sailed from England on the feast of Saint Clement, the patron Saint of mariners on a voyage to what were then British colonies. They sailed on two ships quotThe Arkquot and quotThe Dovequot and landed in what is now the city of

Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, Md. Setonshrine.org. Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes 16330 Grotto Rd., Emmitsburg, Md. Nsgrotto.org. Basilica of St. Mary, Alexandria. The church was the first Catholic parish in the commonwealth of Virginia and West Virginia and is the only basilica in the Diocese of Arlington.

National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes at Mount St. Mary University in Emmitsburg, MD. Make a Gift Home About Visit Events Groups Cemetery Emmitsburg, MD 21727 Phone 301-447-5318 MASS Monday-Friday 1100 AM Saturday 1200 PM Sunday English 1200 PM Sunday Espaol 200 PM ADORATION Saturday 1045 AM-1145 AM

Emmitsburg, Maryland is a beautiful small town just 90 minutes from the Washington D.C. area. Nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is home to two major Catholic shrines which host thousands of visitors each year and is the perfect setting for a short pilgrimage of faith. Encounter Jesus as you walk in the footsteps of the first

The impressive brick structure served as the focal point of the Catholic faith in Maryland until 1704, when anti-Catholic prejudice forced the Jesuits to dismantle the building and sell the land.

Elizabeth Ann Seton First American-Born Saint. Elizabeth Ann Seton was a wife and mother who was widowed at the age of 29 in 1803. Despite great hardships, she went on to do amazing work, and eventually became the first American-born saint in 1975.

Located on the college grounds is the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, the oldest replica in the Western Hemisphere. The Carriage House Inn is the perfect place for dinner and has been serving visitors since 1857. Day 2 Embark on a walking tour focusing on the Catholic heritage of Downtown Frederick.

Day 1 - National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, Mount St. Mary's University and Seminary, amp Chapel of Immaculate Conception Arrive in Emmitsburg, Maryland, visit the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, and enjoy Mass. Visit the National Shrine of Elizabeth Ann Seton prior to an included lunch.