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Our Lady's Center Marian Shrine
May/June 2022 Newsletter

 
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410-461-5066 • 240-581-8013​ (C)
3301 S. Rogers Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Turn between the blue mailbox and guardrail 
and follow our lane to a lovely oasis of peace.

www.ourladyscenter.net • email@ourladyscenter.net
"To Jesus through Mary"
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Hours: Mon-Thurs 10am-4pm with Rosary at 11:30 am and Mass at 12 noon.
Fridays 10am-7:30pm with Rosary at 11:30 am, Mass at 12 Noon, Adoration from 12:30-7:30 pm. Friday evening Mass 7:30 pm followed by Exposition & Devotions until 9 pm.
First Saturdays only: Open 10 am -2 pm, Mass at 10:30 followed by Exposition & devotions. 
Confessions follow every Mass. Bookstore always closed during Mass.

UPCOMING EVENTS...
 
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Feast Day of Our Lady of Fatima
Friday, May 13th
Come honor the Blessed Mother by praying the Rosary and attending Mass at a Marian Shrine dedicated to her. We shall specifically offer the Rosary for peace in the world, and for obedience throughout the world to the message of Our Lady of Fatima. Also, make the resolution to keep the Five First Saturdays Communion of Reparations in the months to come, as she requested. In the end, as she promised, her Immaculate Heart will triumph.
33 DAYS TO MORNING GLORY CONSECRATION after 12:00 Noon Mass for those who have been preparing.
 
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THE HOLY HOUR OF REPARATION will be prayed after the Consecration, offering to our Lord prayers of thanksgiving and reparation and entreating the intercession of the 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! Prayers of reparation are most needed for in light of the grievous sins which have been and are being perpetrated. Adoration continues in the chapel until evening Mass.

DAY OF FASTING & PRAYER REQUESTED BY ARCHBISHOP LORI
The Archbishop has requested
that a day of fasting and prayer be observed on Friday, May 13th for Dobbs v. Jackson case. Read the Archbishop's press release with the specific intentions HERE. Come to OLC to fulfill his request!
 
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Children's Storytime & Craft
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 10:30 am
May date: 5/25; June dates 6/8 & 6/22
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 Tuesdays, 1:00 pm
May date: 5/24; June dates: 6/14 & 6/28
All are welcome after Mass in the Conference room to help knot more blankets for children in need. If you can cut and make knots, you can make a blanket! Material provided.

New 33 DAY Consecration Groups Forming Now
 
To register for either group and for information on ordering your materials, contact Barbara Naudain at 443-827-5789 or email her here.
33 Days to Morning Glory
Another 33 Days to Morning Glory group will begin meeting at OLC on
Wednesday, May 18th, 1:00 pm
in preparation for Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary which will take place on June 25th, the Feast of the Immaculate Heart at a special Mass.
33 Days to Merciful Love
Also, a 33 Days to Merciful Love group will begin meeting on
Thursday, May 19th, 1:00 pm
in preparation for Consecration to Divine Mercy
which will take place on Friday, June 24th, the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Friday, June 24th.
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June First Friday & First Saturday
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First Friday Mass - June 3rd, 12:00 Noon & 7:30 pm
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Confessions & Devotions will follow both Masses.
Our Lord's First Friday Promises


First Saturday Mass - June 4th, 10:30 am
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Confessions & Devotions will follow Mass and end with Benediction. Shop will be open 11:15 am - 2:00 pm
Our Lady's First Saturday Promises

Join us in making reparation for the sins committed against the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, especially in this time of societal upheaval and the relentless onslaught of the culture of death upon the dignity of human life..
 
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Special Saturday Mass on the Feast of the
Immaculate Heart of Mary

10:30 am Mass
Join us on a Special Saturday to honor Our Lady. The group that begins meeting May 18th at 1 pm will consecrate to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on that Day at Mass.
 
Regular Opportunities to Pray at OLC:
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First Wed. Devotions to St. Joseph
First Wednesday of the Month
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 following 12:00 Noon Mass
Our Lady of Perpetual Help is the advocate, the hope, and the refuge of sinners. Our world needs her help now more than ever. Come join us in beseeching her intercession.
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Flame of Love Cenacles
Every Tues. at 10 am and Thurs. at 10 am & 2 pm (choose one)
Praying for the Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary to be enkindled in our hearts and bring about a new Pentecost. More about this powerful devotion HERE. Contact Ada Vergne for more info. Live streaming for those who cannot attend in person.
 
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Pray for Vocations with the Ecce Homo Traveling Bust of Our Lord & Blessed Chalice
Sign up in the Bookstore to take home the Ecce Homo bust of Our Lord and blessed chalice for a two week interval. Set them up in a place of honor in your home and, during that period, pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life as well as your own personal intentions. Instructions and optional prayers and devotional materials are included, as well as a diary filled with the entries of those who have hosted the bust and chalice in their homes previously. Many miracles and wonders have happened as a result of this devotion. Email us for more information
 
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IN THEATERS THIS MONDAY & TUESDAY! GET YOUR TICKETS HERE.

IN THE NEWS...
 
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A huge Thank You to all who turned out for our annual OLC Spring Clean Up Day! The grounds were cleared of much debris, the grotto weeded and tidied, and the Chapel wood, brass and windows were polished to a lovely shine. We appreciate all the effort.
 
It was a Gorgeous Day for a May Crowning!
Fr. Gerard Lynch led the May procession, and recent First Communicant Anastasia Lee crowned the Blessed Virgin statue in our Grotto. Afterwards, everyone was invited in to celebrate with cake.
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A Warm OLC Welcome for Author Kelly Guest
An enthusiastic group stayed after the May First Saturday Mass & Devotions to hear Kelly Guest speak on the subject of her new book, "Saintly Moms: Stories of Holiness from the Saints" as well as her own unique and journey from the convent to marriage and motherhood and ultimately, through God's grace, to sainthood. Afterwards, she signed books in the bookstore. It was a sell out. More books are ordered and are on the way. If you missed Kelly's talk, which listeners described as fascinating and delightful, we are planning on having her back again soon.
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OLC BOOKSTORE & GIFT SHOP
*We are a non-profit. All sales go towards supporting the Shrine! 

 
Father's Day is June 19th
Come find the perfect gift for the fathers in your life.
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Father's Day is for Fathers of all kinds!
Father's Day is June 19th, and it is also the Feast of Corpus Christi, the Body of Christ. What a perfect time to let your spiritual father know how much you appreciate everything he does for you. Here are some ideas: have a Mass offered for him; purchase an image of the Sacred Heart for your home and ask him over to dinner to bless it; give him a Gift Certificate to OLC to use along with his regular priest discount of 20%; send a card with a spiritual bouquet blooming with Masses, rosaries and novenas; fill a gift basket with Cafe 4 Life Coffee, a mug and a CD or a good book.
 
More Concrete Garden Statues
Arriving within the week!

Have you started planning your Mary Garden? We have the best selection of religious outdoor statuary in the region.
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MAY/JUNE NO-CLIP COUPON:
10% OFF
One OUTDOOR Statue
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.
Expires 06/30/2022

SPREAD THE WORD!
Tell your friends about OLC. They can sign up for the newsletter HERE
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Ways to Help Support OLC:
Through the last 48 years, countless patrons have paid it forward to help this little family apostolate grow and thrive, ensuring that countless lives and hearts would be touched by the gentle hand of Mary through our efforts. If you are so moved, please consider helping us continue this beautiful legacy which is needed perhaps now more than ever. Help us continue our mission to bring people to Christ through Mary. We are registered 501 (c)3 non-profit. Thank you, and God bless you!
  1. Set up a Monthly Electronic Donation. Any amount will help! Contact us for details.
     
  2. Purchase a Gift Certificate to use in the future. We'll mail it to you or to a loved one anytime.
     
  3. Make a donation through PAYPAL anytime.
Our Lady's Center Marian Shrine

3301 Rogers Ave

Ellicott City, MD 21043

(410) 461-5066

https://www.ourladyscenter.net
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
Chapel Hours:

Holy Sacrifice
of the Mass

Monday-Friday: 12:00pm
Friday night: 7:30 pm
1st Saturdays: 10:30 am
Rosary
Monday-Friday: 11:30 am

Confessions
Following all Masses

Adoration
Friday: 12:30 - 7:30 pm
Friday Night Devotions

Holy Mass: 7:30 pm
Followed by: Confessions, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction
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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