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JUNE IS DEDICATED TO THE MOST SACRED HEART!
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Our Lady's Center Marian Shrine
June 2025 Newsletter
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JUNE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
This Newsletter is Packed! Be sure to scroll all the way down!
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ONE SHOWING ONLY!
Let's sell out the theater!
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In Theaters this Tuesday, June 3rd!
"The Face of Jesus" Movie
7 pm at Columbia AMC Theater
INFO. & TICKETS HERE!
Can we see the face of the invisible God? Do we know what our Savior looked like? The film The Face of Jesus explores two acheiropoietic images—sacred cloths not made by human hands—the Shroud of Turin and the Veil of Manoppello, as well as the most extraordinary depiction of Jesus painted by human hands: the Vilnius image of the Merciful Jesus. Filmmakers take the audience on a cinematic journey to the tomb in Jerusalem from 2,000 years ago, to Rome, Manoppello, and San Giovanni Rotondo, to discover what our Savior looked like. After the main feature, learn about the devotion to the Holy Face with a bonus featuring U.S. clergy who detail the power of the ancient devotion and why it’s gaining traction among the faithful in modern times.
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First Friday Mass - June 6th, 12:00 Noon & 7:30 pm
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Confessions & Devotions will follow Mass
Our Lord's First Friday Promises
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First Saturday Mass - June 7th, 10:30 am
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Confessions & Devotions will follow Mass and end with Benediction.
Come early for the Rosary in Latin beginning at 9:45! Instruction provided.
Shop will be open 9:45 - 10:30 am then 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Our Lady's First Saturday Promises
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Congratulations to the Priests being Ordained
in the Archdiocese of Baltimore on June 21st at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. The ordination is open to the public. Details HERE. Dcn. James Lancelotta of St. Joseph's Monastery and Dcn. Thomas O'Donnell of St. Mark, Catonsville both were regulars of Our Lady's Center as they discerned their vocations! Dcn. Tommy was in Rome during the recent conclave. He relayed his experience HERE.
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Join Us for a Very Special Mass at OLC
celebrated by the freshly ordained
Rev. James Lancelotta!
Tuesday, June 24th, 12 pm
Our very own, Jamie Lancelotta, currently a transitional deacon, will be ordained at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Towson on Saturday, June 21st. He has requested to our delight that he celebrate one of his very first Masses in the Chapel at Our Lady's Center! We are deeply honored.
Dcn. Jamie is the great-nephew of our founder, Francis Lancelotta, Sr., and he is one of the fruits from the many years that you, our patrons, have spent praying for vocations to the priesthood.
Please come if you can and then celebrate with us at a reception in the Conference room, offer Fr. Lancelotta your congratulations, and receive a blessing from him. Another priest will be hearing confessions following Mass. (Photo courtesy of archbalt.org).
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Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit!
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Our Lady's Center
will again be exhibiting at the
147th Annual Clarksville Picnic
at St. Louis Church, Clarksville
June 28th, 2025, 10 am - 5 pm
OLC is pleased to be presenting the
International Exhibition of
Eucharistic Miracles of the World!
Designed and created by soon-to-be-canonized Bl. Carlo Acutis!
Parish Center Room #304
Come visit our stand inside the air-conditioned Parish Center, view the amazing exhibit, and get a photo taken next to our brand new
Life-Sized Bl. Carlo Acutis cut-out!
We will have a variety of Bl. Carlo Acutis merchandise for sale along with a lovely selection of religious articles for you and your home.
Every purchase gets a chance to win one of a number of prizes including
Holy Cards with Medal of Bl. Carlo Acutis
recently blessed in Assisi, Italy where his glass tomb resides and brought back by one of our staff, Pope Francis Holy Cards blessed in Rome, and more!
Clarksville Picnic info HERE.
Carlo's Eucharistic Miracles website HERE
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You are invited to a film debut at OLC:
"Crimes Against Humanity"
presented by WAKEUP - Women Against the Killing and Exploitation of Unprotected Persons
Monday, June 30th, 2025, 7:00 pm*
Q & A to follow.
*Please note that, due to the graphic nature of this film, it is not suitable for children.
Missy Smith, founder of WAKEUP and tireless pro-life advocate, is suing the US Government in a class action lawsuit. Her film, "Crimes Against Humanity" is a hard-hitting, tell-all documentary which explains the premise for the lawsuit. Missy says that you too can become a plaintiff in this lawsuit which she believes can bring down the abortion industrial complex and end the horrible exploitation of the innocent. More in formation HERE.
For over 50 years, countless well-known pro-life advocates have spoken at Our Lady's Center. Many thousands of our patrons of have tirelessly supported and prayed for the cause for life and the legal protection of the unborn. Your prayers are absolutely critical as we seek to right the wrongs and end the horrific human rights violations that are happening in our country and in our world.
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Pray for Life before the Blessed Sacrament
Exposition will follow the 12 pm Mass until 7:00 pm movie time
Come let us pray for the sanctity of life and the healing of our nation.
If you would like to cover an hour of Adoration, please email us and let us know.
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Regularly Scheduled Events & Activities
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Seven Sorrows Rosary
Every Tues. and Fri. at 11:00 am in the Chapel.
(followed by our regular rosary at 11:30 pm)
Join us as we honor Our Lady of Sorrows. Learn about Our Lady of Kibeho and the promises associated with this devotion. Booklets provided and materials available in the store. Learn more HERE.
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Blanket Making Workshops
2nd & 4th Tues. at 1:00 pm
June dates: 6/10 & 6/24
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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Children's Storytime & Craft
2nd & 4th Wed. at 10:30 am
June dates: 6/11 & 6/25
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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Holy Hour of Reparation
2nd Fridays after 12 pm Mass
June date: 6/13
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 will be CLOSED for INDEPENDENDE DAY
Friday, July 4th.
Please pray for our beautiful country!
Blessed is the Nations whose God is the Lord.
- PS 33:12
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Habemus Papam Live Streamed!
The news of white smoke broke during 12:00 Noon Mass at OLC, and so patrons were invited down to the conference room to await the announcement of our next pope. How exciting it was to share in that special moment together with our celebrant, Fr. Cornelius Nyukyu, a Dominican sister from Mount de Sales, and a number of our patrons who had been praying so faithfully for the Cardinals to be open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, for a smooth election process, and for a holy pope to be elected. God bless Pope Leo XIV! Let us all continue to pray for his health, safety, stamina and faithful, obedience to the Lord.
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A Lovely May Crowning!
OLC continued our long and treasured tradition of having a recent First Communicant crown the Blessed Virgin Mary statue in the Mary Month of May. Phoebe Tan did a lovely job honoring the Blessed Mother. She was joined by her family, including her sweet mother, Gloria, who was just welcomed into the Catholic Church this Easter vigil. Gloria discovered OLC last year as she followed the promptings of the Holy Spirit leading her toward Holy Mother Church. She was welcomed with open arms and is filled with joy and zeal. It was a joy to celebrate the beautiful day with Gloria, her husband Ray, Phoebe, and their other two children, Noelle and Perzivel.
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Excellent Turnout on a Special Evening!
Thanks to the sixty plus patrons who came out for our special Mass and talk the other evening. We always enjoy when Kevin Wells can come speak, and we were overjoyed that he wanted to bring with him a good friend and zealous priest, Fr. Larry Swink. Several dozen of Kevin's latest book, "Coached by the Curé" published by Scepter were sold and signed by Kevin. We have a few more left which he signed for those who could not make it, so email or call us if you want one!
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In Memorium - Robert J. Lancelotta, Sr.
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Our Lady's Center bid farewell this past month to a former President, Robert J. Lancelotta, Sr., son of our founder, Frank Lancelotta Sr., beloved husband of Donna, brother of Theresa Pirone, and uncle of current OLC Board member, Nick Pirone. Robert is pictured with Donna. Please keep her and the whole family in your prayers.
Current OLC President, Jack Kissane, his wife Grace, and Secretary/Treasurer of the Board, Carolyn Niebauer, attended the funeral and ensured that Our Lady's Center was represented with a beautiful flower arrangement. Jack served with Robert on the OLC Board and remembers his dedication and diligence in caring for the Center, especially through the time of the fire in 2001. OLC is honored to be named as a recipient of donations made in Robert's memory, as this Center is truly a beautiful part of his life's legacy. Robert's obituary can be viewed HERE.
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No Longer Holier Than Thou!
Christine, our manager, is inordinately excited to be able to once again employ one of her very favorite headlines, thanks to the recent, much needed repairs to our lane. Large expanses have been repaved, and the numerous car-jarring potholes have been filled in. Patrons need no longer fear traversing our lane and parking lot. Most of you know our location is a bit wild and remote, so potholes come with the territory on this silty soil. Still take the entrance of Rogers slowly, as that deep swale is necessary for drainage. One day the County, pray God, will finally address that area, to regrade and broaden it. And, unlike the pothole repairs which we must fund, may the County absorb that cost.
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Definitely Not the Coolest News...
On another note, Our Lady’s Center has suddenly incurred another major expense in having to replace a significant part of our HVAC system which failed just as we approach the heat of the summer months. Replacement units and ductwork are currently being installed outside and in the attic, with the help of our dedicated patron, Stacey Friedberg. We have been praying after all Masses to St. Joseph the Worker for his intercession in locating and reallocating the necessary funds to cover this costly expense. Donations are welcome, as are purchases in the bookstore, the proceeds from which support OLC. Above all, your fervent prayers are most efficacious and appreciated!
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COMING SOON! Our annual and wildly popular silent auction of
Antique & Vintage Catholic Items
beginning July 1st.
We'll again be rehoming some especially beautiful and unique donated religious treasures to help raise funds for OLC. Details to come!
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OLC BOOKSTORE & GIFT SHOP
*We are a non-profit. All sales go towards supporting the Shrine!
Please support us and keep OLC going strong!
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Pope Leo XIV Items Arriving Daily!
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Father's Day is June 15th
Come find the perfect gift for the fathers in your life, by birth and spiritual fathers too!
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Evangelize with holy ties!
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Sterling Miraculous Medal on 24" chain
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Beautifully-bound Douay-Rheims Bible
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Tell Dad you prayed a Rosary for him!
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Jujube wood rosaries & bracelets for men are always a hit.
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Bl. Carlo Acutis & Pierre Giorgio Frassati Items
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JUNE NO-CLIP COUPON:
BUY 5 OR MORE BOOKS & GET
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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Chapel Hours:
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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