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OUR LADY'S CENTER MARIAN SHRINE
October 2024 Newsletter
October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary, our spiritual weapon and shield.
Come pray the Rosary 11:30 am Monday-Friday, prior to 12:00 noon Mass.
"One day, through the Rosary and the Scapular, Our Lady will save the world." ~St. Dominic.
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"To Jesus through Mary" for 50 years!
410-461-5066 • 3301 S. Rogers Avenue, Ellicott City, Maryland 21043
Turn between the blue mailbox and guardrail and follow our lane to lovely oasis of peace!
www.ourladyscenter.net • email@ourladyscenter.net
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SPECIAL ACTIVITIES THIS MONTH
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Our Lady's Center 50th Anniversary
Mass & Celebration
Sunday, October 13th 1 pm-5pm
Admission is by pre-purchased ticket ONLY.
Digital ticket will be scanned at door
or attendee's name checked against registration.
If you have already purchased your ticket, don't forget to come early.
Store will open at 10 am. Parking will be at the PNC Bank lot with a shuttle.
Please let us know if you find you are unable to attend.
We are selling out and will have a wait list.
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OLC OPEN HOUSE ALL WEEK!
Monday, October 14th - Friday, October 18th!
If you are unable to attend our Anniversary Mass & Celebration, please come the following five days. We will have special talks, presentations and displays on OLC history, refreshments, and specials going on all week, including those listed below!
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 14th
"Fr. Gobbi, the Marian Movement of Priests, Fatima & the USA"
Dave & Joan Maroney
1:00 PM in the OLC Chapel
Dave and Joan Maroney, directors of Mother of Mercy Messengers, are returning to speak at OLC in anticipation of the Feast of the Holy Souls. Their previous talk on Divine Mercy and the Illumination of Conscience, recorded in the OLC Chapel last Spring, has already garnered over 140,000 views on YouTube!
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​Through interior locutions given to Father Stefano Gobbi, Our Lady announces the coming of a new era of grace and holiness for the Church and the world, a Second Pentecost through the triumph of her Immaculate Heart. What must we do to draw this gift of the Holy Spirit down upon us? Learn how these locutions tie in to the messages of Fatima and Divine Mercy and of their importance to the USA in these days.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18TH
Defend Life Speaker Series presents
"Fatima in Brief"
Fr. Thomas Morrow
Well known author, speaker, radio-host, guest on EWTN
1:00 pm in the Conference Room
The Fall Defend Life Speaker Tour brings us Reverend Thomas G. Morrow who has a doctorate in Sacred Theology from the John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family. Fr. Morrow is a priest of the Washington (DC) Archdiocese. He is the author of several books, including "Be Holy: A Catholic's Guide to the Spiritual Life" and "Overcoming Sinful Anger." He has written extensively on Our Lady of Fatima, and you can read one of his articles on Russia and Peace HERE. and we are excited to welcome him on the Friday of our 50th Anniversary Open House week!
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SAVE THE NOVEMBER DATES...
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All Saints Day Celebration
& Parade Up to Mass
Friday, November 1st, 11 am - 12 noon
Calling all our tiniest saints in the making! Little Marys and Josephs, Clares and Francises, Thereses and Patricks and Roses and Nicholases. Come to hear Mrs. Ginny read stories about saints, do a craft, get a treat, and join in a parade of saints into Mass.
Parents, there is time to get a costume together, but it is not mandatory. Also, any child who would like to tell us about their special saint is encouraged to do so!
TWO ALL SAINTS DAY SPECIALS:
1) FREE HOLY CARD FOR EVERY CHILD
2) BUY 4 TINY SAINTS, GET 5TH ONE FREE!
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All Souls Day Memorial Mass
Saturday, November 2nd, 10:30 noon
We shall remember and pray for our loved ones who have passed on and especially remember the souls of all the patrons and benefactors who supported OLC through their time, talent and treasure throughout these past 50 years. The official name of this Mass is the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, a day of remembrance. On this important day we Catholics pray, celebrate Mass, visit cemeteries, and give alms in memory of those who may be in Purgatory, in hopes that their souls will be released to Heaven. Come anytime this month to add your loved ones' names to our book of remembrance which will be placed on the altar at Mass on All Souls Day.
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REGULAR ACTIVITIES & EVENTS...
Complete Event Calendar HERE
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Devotions to St. Joseph
First Wednesday of the Month
October 2nd, following 12:00 Noon Mass
The world desperately needs the intercession of St. Joseph, patron of fathers, families, the Universal Church and the Terror of Demons! Learn about the Nine First Wednesdays HERE.
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena
Thursdays after 12:00 Noon Mass
Join millions of Catholics who have called upon Our Lady of Perpetual Help in their great needs and have been given consolation.
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First Fridays Mass & Devotions
in reparation for sins committed against the Sacred Heart of Jesus
October 4th at 12:00 Noon & 7:30 pm Masses
Masses are followed by Exposition, Devotions and Confessions. Adoration continues between Masses.
Shop: 10 am - 12 pm & 1 pm - 7:30 pm
First Friday Promises
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First Saturdays Mass & Devotions
in reparation for sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary
October 5th, 10:30 am Mass followed by Exposition, Devotions and Confessions. Benediction around 12:00 noon.
Shop: 9:45-10:30 am & 11:30 am-2:00 pm
First Saturday Promises
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Rosary in Latin, 9:45 am
instructions provided
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Project Linus Blanket Making Workshop
2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 1:00 pm in the Conference Room
October Dates: 10/8 & 10/22
All are welcome after Mass to help tie more blankets and make new friends. These colorful, cozy fleece blankets are then blessed and distributed to children in crisis situation. Our Lady's Center Blanketeers have created a whopping 2000 blankets already! Material and simple instructions are provided.
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Children's Storytime & Craft
2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month,
10:30-11:30 am in the Conference Room
October Dates: 10/9 & 10/23
Bring the children to hear Mrs. Ginny read entertaining and wonderfully virtuous Catholic children's books, do a fun craft, and enjoy a snack. RSVP so we know how many snacks and crafts to have on hand, but last minute drop-ins are always welcome!
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Holy Hour of Reparation
to the Sacred Heart before the Blessed Sacrament
Second Fridays of the Month following Noon Mass
October 11th, following Noon Mass
Come join in these vocal prayers of thanksgiving and reparation to the Blessed Trinity and especially our Savior, prayers through our dear Blessed Mother, and all the saints for unity in the Church, for sinners of all types, for a just and lasting peace in the world and more! Booklets provided.
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Flame of Love Cenacles
Thursdays at 1:30 pm In OLC Chapel & live-streamed
Come join us to pray for the Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, which is Christ Himself, to be enkindled in our hearts and bring about a new Pentecost. There is no denying that this is exactly what our broken and hurting world needs. Learn more about this powerful and growing devotion HERE.
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REGISTER TODAY!
2024 MARYLAND CATHOLIC WOMEN'S CONFERENCE:
November 9th, St. Mark Catholic Church, Catonsville, MD
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REGISTER TODAY!
Saturday, November 9th from 8AM to 3:30PM at St. Mark Church in Catonsville, MD.
The theme of this year’s Maryland Catholic Women’s Conference is “Joyful Journey: Exploring the Beatitudes,” which will focus on practical ways to live out the Beatitudes. The conference is designed for women desiring to learn about their faith at any age or stage of life.
Ticket price includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, gift bags, and more. Parking is Free. Scholarships Available. Spanish Track. The day will include opening mass, keynote speaker, breakout sessions, time for fellowship and reflection, opportunities to meet with Catholic vendors and ministries, along with opportunities for confession and adoration, and breakfast, lunch, and coffee!
OLC will be there selling our wonderful religious articles. Stop by and say hello!
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A Glorious First Mass in the Beautified Chapel!
What a wonderful way to open up the newly renovated Chapel, with a special Mass on the Feast of the Exultation of the Holy Cross concelebrated by three priests! Along with Fr. Jude Sango and Fr. Joseph Tata, we were delighted to welcome back an old friend, Fr. Michael Niba, who was visiting from Cameroon. About 80 patrons joined us for Mass, veneration of the Relic of the True Cross and Eucharistic Adoration.
Afterwards, Fr. John McHale gave a presentation on the apparition of Our Lady of Sorrows in Kibeho, Rwanda, as that day was the vigil of the Feast Day of Our Lady of Sorrows. The Seven Sorrows Rosary is prayed in the Chapel on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 11:00 am.
We are so very happy to be back in our chapel, and so grateful to all of you to help make all of this possible! Thank you for your generous support.
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Before & After
17 years ago, when Our Lady's Center rose from the ashes of a devastating fire, we had intended at some point to make the Chapel a more elegant environment in which to worship. With the completion of this chapel renovation project, we now finally feel like Our Lady is being more properly honored. Honoring Our Lady is deeply pleasing to her Son, Jesus Christ. This is of course our ultimate goal, to glorify Our Lord above all else. Come visit our lovely chapel as soon as you can! We are back to our regular schedule of daily noon Masses, Friday adoration and evening Mass, and First Saturday Masses.
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Fr. Gerard Celebrates his 50th Jubilee
Another blessed event took place on the Feast of the Exultation of the Holy Cross. Our dear Fr. Gerard Lynch celebrated 50 years since his ordination! The Mass was at St. Michael's Poplar Springs, where he would often celebrate Mass. In attendance were his sister and brother-in-law from New Jersey, a number of fellow Trinitarians, and many friends, including our President, Jack Kissane and wife Grace, and Mgr. Christine and husband Shawn (celebrating 33 years of marriage that same day). Fr. Gerard was deeply touched by the turnout and all the heartfelt messages of love and prayers that we delivered from many of you. He asks for your continued fervent prayers as he battles cancer and awaits with joyful anticipation, a marvelous cure, God willing.
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IN THE BOOKSTORE*
*We are a non-profit. All sales go towards supporting the Shrine!
Call Us! We'll be your personal shoppers for quality gifts.
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Advent devotionals are arriving daily
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2025 16-Month Spiral Saints 16-Month Planners and Wall Calendars are going fast!
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Now that it's cooler, the Trappistine Candy has arrived!! Milk & Dark Squares and Chocolate fudge, all with and without Almonds. Penuche, and Butternut Munch. Mouth Party Caramels are also back in stock and Toffee House Toffee is on the way!
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We just received a large shipment of Liscano hand-painted Statues, Plaques and Holy Water Fonts from Colombia, South America!
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Beautiful Liscano Nativities, Plaques & Figurines
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Shining Light Nativities are here!
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Back in stock! Gorgeous, unique handmade stone rosaries by Oklahoma Rosaries!
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OCTOBER NO-CLIP COUPON:
15% OFF
One ROSARY
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No coupon necessary. Valid on regularly priced, new, in-stock items only.
Cannot be combined with other coupons or discounts. Some exclusions apply.
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Store Hours
Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm*
Friday: 10:00 am - 7:30 pm*
First Saturday: 10:00 am -10:30 am; 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
*Please note that the store is always closed during the noon Mass |
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CHAPEL SCHEDULE:
Holy Sacrifice of the Mass:
Monday-Friday: 12:00pm
Friday night: 7:30 pm
1st Saturdays: 10:30 am
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Rosary:
Monday-Friday: 11:30 am
Confessions:
Following all Masses
Adoration:
Friday: 12:30 - 7:30 pm
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Friday Night Devotions:
Holy Mass: 7:30 pm
Followed by: Confessions, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction
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Our Lady's Center Marian Shrine is a 501(c)3 non-profit Catholic lay apostolate within the Archdiocese of Baltimore located outside of Baltimore, Maryland in Ellicott City. We offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and confessions upstairs in our chapel each weekday and on first Saturdays. Downstairs in our beautiful store, we carry a large selection of Catholic books and religious articles to meet every need. We have many monthly events and activities. |
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