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Our Lady's Center Marian Shrine
August 2024 Newsletter
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SEE BELOW FOR OUR REVISED SCHEDULE DURING RENOVATION TO CHAPEL
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AUGUST EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Silent Auction • Chapel Renovation Update
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Keeping Our Eyes on Beauty,
United in Christ
The recent world-televised Olympic Opening Ceremonies contained what a great many Christians and non-Christians perceived to be a parody of the Last Supper. Others disagree. Whether or not one believes it was a blatant attack on Christianity and actual blasphemy against Our Lord, it is not prudent to assume Our Lord has not taken offense. Let us rise above the sordidness of the whole affair and come together in prayer by attending Mass more fervently and by making reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This Friday, August 2nd, is First Friday. Also, we will as always pray a Holy Hour of Reparation to the Sacred Heart on the second Friday of the month.. Details below.
Fr. Chris Alar does believe it was intentional and explains why St. Thomas Aquinas considered every other sin to be slight compared to blasphemy. His homily is HERE.
Also, let us focus our eyes and attention on what is beautiful in the sight of the Lord, such as the actual painting of "The Last Supper." Learn more about the masterpiece HERE. There are several versions of the image available for purchase or order in the Bookstore, as well as a large, beautiful Last Supper being auctioned off Friday (#022)! See auction details below.
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Reparation Prayer
of the Holy Face
Eternal Father, turn away Thy angry gaze from our guilty people whose face has become unsightly in Thine eyes. Look instead upon the Face of Thy Beloved Son, for this is the Face of Him in Whom Thou art well pleased. We now offer Thee this Holy Face, covered with shame and disfigured by bloody bruises in reparation for the crimes of our age in order to appease Thine anger, justly provoked against us. Because Thy Divine Son, our Redeemer, has taken upon His Head all the sins of His members, that they might be spared, we now beg of Thee, Eternal Father, to grant us mercy. amen
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First Friday Mass
August 2nd, 12:00 Noon
AT RESURRECTION CHAPEL
then Confessions & First Friday Devotions will take place back at OLC
in Conference room.
Please note: No Friday Adoration or Evening Mass until renovations are complete in August
Our Lord's First Friday Promises
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First Saturday Mass
August 3rd, 10:30 am
AT RESURRECTION CHAPEL
then Confessions & First Saturday Devotions will take place back at OLC
in Conference room.
Followed by Group Study on the Eucharist.
Shop will be open 11:15 am - 2:00 pm
Our Lady's First Saturday Promises
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BID NOW • BID NOW • BID NOW • BID NOW
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ROUND 2 ENDS THIS FRIDAY!
August 2nd at 4:00 pm.
Check out the 20 Beautiful Antique & Vintage Catholic Items
(including a very lovely Last Supper!)
Please Bid to Help Support Us:
Stop in when we're open
Calling 410-461-5066 #0 (Leave message if we're closed)
or Email us!
Bidders will receive texted updates on Friday!
Current bids are in descriptions. Click on the images to view them.
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#021: Pilgrim Virgin Statue
of Our Lady of Fatima, 28”
Made in Portugal, hand-painted, glass eyes. ($550 value). Current bid: $130
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#022: Large Last Supper
Framed Print, 40 x 19"
by Zabateri, in gold leaf wood frame. Current bid: $50
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#023: Immaculate Conception Statue 13”, heavy stone, hand-painted with metal crown.
Current bid $65
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#024: Ornate Framed Crucifix in bubble class, Vintage 1950’s, 20 x 11”. Current bid: $75.00
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#025: “Missionaries of Charity” Porcelain Nun Doll 15”. Dressed in the habit of Mother Teresa’s order.
Sug. opening bid: $30.00
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#026: Smiling Madonna
Vintage Framed Print
8 x 10” in rustic frame
Sug. opening bid: $25.00
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#027: St. Francis of Assisi, Hand Carved Wood Plaque,
12x15”, high relief with velvet background and wood frame.. Sug. opening bid: $40.00
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#028: Christ Preaching Statue, 10.5”
Stone resin. 10” w x 7” d x 8” h. Sug. opening bid: $50.00
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#029: St. Anthony of Padua Vintage Statue 17”
Plaster/chalkware. Original paint, some flaking. Current bid: $50.00
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#030: Triptych Icon Theotokos with Sts. Constantine & Helen
Certified Byzantine reproduction with gold leaf. Sug. opening bid: $40.00
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#031: St. Francis Cabrini Statue 12”
Plaster. 1930’s. Original paint with flaking. Very unique. Sug. opening bid: $50.00
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#032: Our Lady of Guadalupe 14”
Resin on wood base with metal plate.
Current bid $50.00
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#033: St. Gerard Majella Statue 13”
With skull. Vintage plaster/chalkware. 1940’s. Sug. opening bid: $40.00
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#034: “Forgiven” Glass/Metal Plate
10” square, curved glass with beautiful vibrant colors. Sug. opening bid: $20.00
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#035: Last Supper Copper Plaque
Mid century, high-relief. 16” w x 13” h x 3” d. Wood frame. Sug. opening bid: $30.00
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#036: Metal “Casket Crucifix”, 13”
Vintage Heavy, 3 lbs. Polished metal, possibly nickel. Current bid: $25.00
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#037: San Damiano Crucifix 10.5”
Vibrant, hand painted with gold leaf accents. Current bid: $40.00
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#038: Sorrowful Mother Crucifix with Skull, 15”
Black painted wood with bronze corpus and accents. Current bid: $50.00
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#039: Sacred Heart & Our Lady of Grace Plaque Set, 18”
Two vintage heavy stone plaques. (Sold as set of two). Sug. opening bid: $40.00
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#040: Stations of the Cross Set of 14 Bronze Plaques, 6” ea.
($2500 if purchased new!) Chapel quality! Complete set. Current bid: $300.00
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Children's Storytime
& Craft
2nd & 4th Wed. at 10:30 am
NOTE DATE CHANGES:
August dates: 8/7 & 8/21
Bring the children to hear a wholesome, edifying story read by Mrs. Ginny, do a fun craft, enjoy a snack and make new friends! RSVP if possible so we have an idea of how many to expect, but drop-ins are always welcome!
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Blanket Making Workshops
2nd & 4th Tues. at 1:00 pm
August dates: 8/13 & 8/27
All are welcome in the Conference room to help make easy no-sew blankets for children in crisis situations. Materials and instructions provided.
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Holy Hour of Reparation
2nd Fridays after 12 pm Mass
August date: 8/9
Join us in offering prayers of reparation to the Sacred Heart and entreating the intercession of the Blessed Mother and saints for unity in the Church, conversion of sinners, and for a just and lasting peace in the world.
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OLC Chapel Renovation Update
We are happy to report that the Chapel is freshly painted, the carpet is installed, the pews have been refinished, the kneelers have fresh padding and new covers, electrical work is progressing, and the wooden backdrop behind the altar should be installed soon! We are also very excited to announce work is complete on a beautiful hand-painted mural! All the myriad pieces are coming together. We are now on target to open up the chapel for Masses on August 26th, if all goes well. Your continued prayers and donations toward this effort are much appreciated.
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OLC CHAPEL SCHEDULE THROUGH 8/23:
• OLC's Bookstore & Gift Shop will remain OPEN regular hours
Please continue to come shop and support us!!
• OLC's Upstairs Chapel CLOSED for renovations. All 12 pm Masses Monday through Friday until 8/23 will be relocated to the Chapel at the Church of the Resurrection, just 2 miles away. 3175 Paulskirk Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Building to left of main church)
• Confessions: M-F, 12:45 to at least 1:15 at OLC (unless priest unable to come back from Resurrection after Mass. Call ahead to ensure priest is available that day).
• Friday Exposition and Evening Mass temporarily suspended
• First Saturday Mass for August at Resurrection Chapel. 10:30 am.
• Regular Devotions take place in OLC Conference Room:
Seven Sorrows Rosary: Tues & Fri at 10:45 am to finish before reg. Rosary
Rosary: M-F at 11:15 am (beginning 15 minutes earlier in order to travel to Res. for 12 pm Mass).
St. Joseph Devotions: First Wed. at 1 pm; OLPH Novena: Thursdays at 1 pm; Flame of Love Cenacle: Thursdays at 2 pm; First Friday Devotions: 1 pm; First Saturday Devotions: 11:30 pm; Holy Hour of Reparation: 2nd Fridays at 1 pm
• Regular Activities will continue in OLC Conference Room:
Project Linus Blanket Making: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 1 pm
​Children's Storytime & Craft: 1st & 4th Wednesday (just for August) at 10:30 am
Legion of Mary Meetings: Fridays at 5 pm
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we complete this project.
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2024 Grateful Hearts Capital Campaign Progress Update: A HUGE Thank You...
to all who have already given toward the OLC Chapel Beautification Project. we've raised $83,000 so far! Along with funds we have carefully saved over the years, we are off to a great start and making progress toward our goal. But...
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But we still need help!
Due to the size of this project, this will be an ongoing campaign potentially spanning the next couple years (barring a significant donation!) Please consider joining the effort by making a gift or perhaps pledging a monthly contribution. If 2000 people give just $20 each, that would be an additional $40,000. Many hands make light work! Most of all, we ask that these many hands join together in prayer for a successful campaign for Our Lady's Chapel!
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Our Lady's Center Marian Shrine is a gift to all of us from people who have long since passed. We are deeply honored to be faithful stewards of their legacy.
Thank you for your generosity!
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Click the DONATE button above to donate online, or make out a check out payable to Our Lady's Center and mail it to 3301 Rogers Ave., Ellicott City, MD 21043.
If you are only just now hearing about our efforts, please take a moment to read about our vision to honor Our Lord and Our Lady HERE. The page contains a link to read our President's letter.
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OLC BOOKSTORE & GIFT SHOP
OPEN REG HOURS DURING RENOVATIONS!
*We are a non-profit. All sales go towards supporting the Shrine!
Please support us during this time.
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Beautiful Rosary Cases, Eyeglass cases and Tapestry Journals in stock!
Best selection of the year right now.
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More New & Classic Books Arriving Daily!
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The Manual of Prayers for the use of the Catholic Laity.
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Arguably the best biography of St. Joan of Arc.
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Eucharistic Saints: Twenty Stories of Devotion to Jesus.
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Still a beautiful selection of outdoor statues for your Mary garden!
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AUGUST NO-CLIP COUPON:
CONCRETE OUTDOOR STATUES
15% OFF
ALL OF THEM
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No coupon necessary. Valid on regularly priced, in-stock items only. Not valid on previously purchased or discounted items. Cannot be combined with other coupons or discounts. Some restrictions 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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Note: OLC Chapel Closed
for Renovation*
*Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
Monday-Friday: 12:00pm moved temporarily
to Church of the Resurrection Chapel
1st Saturdays: 10:30 am
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Rosary
Monday-Friday: 11:30 am
Confessions
Following all Masses
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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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