Marian Helper • Spring 2025 • Marian.org 25 Planning is in full swing for the celebration of Divine Mercy Weekend, April 26-27, at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. More than 15,000 people are expected to attend the annual event hosted by the Marian Fathers, who have promoted the Divine Mercy message and devotion since 1941. This year’s celebration marks two milestones: It’s 25 years since Sr. Faustina, the Apostle of Divine Mercy, was canonized by Pope St. John Paul II, making her the first saint of the new millennium. At that same ceremony in St. Peter’s Square on April 30, 2000, the Holy Father proclaimed the Second Sunday of Easter as Divine Mercy Sunday, a feast for the universal Church. All are welcome Throughout the weekend, the 350-acre Shrine grounds are transformed into a small tent city, providing opportunities for Confessions, Eucharistic Adoration, praying the Rosary, and perusing the Divine Mercy Gift Shop. Both the Vigil Mass at 4 p.m. on April 26, and the Sunday Liturgy on April 27, will be celebrated on Eden Hill at the Mother of Mercy Outdoor Shrine. Sunday Mass will be broadcast live by EWTN and on DivineMercyPlus.org at 1 p.m. EST on April 27. Preceding the Mass at 12 p.m. EST (and broadcast live on EWTN) will be our annual pre-show, hosted by the Most Rev. Joseph Roesch, MIC, Superior General, and the Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, Provincial Superior. Celebrate in your parish! “We hope to see you on Eden Hill,” says Fr. Chris. “But if you are unable to join us, please help your pastor and parish celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. We have a host of useful resources available at TheDivineMercy.org/celebrate.” The Marian Fathers extend a warm invitation to come to Eden Hill to experience this annual celebration. Admission is free. Private vehicles do not need to register, but buses and groups larger than 15 people must register in advance. Details and more information available now on ShrineofDivineMercy.org. Divine Mercy Weekend 2025 Join us on Eden Hill, April 26-27
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