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The Official Web Site for
the Town of Columbia, NH © |
The Shrine
of Our Lady of Grace
The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace is located on NH Route 3 on the northern edge of the Columbia Town border. It was established in 1922 and later dedicated in 1948, as a monument of thanksgiving to Our Lady of Grace for 25 years of blessing and protecting the Oblates in northern New Hampshire. Now, over 50 monuments adorn the grounds and tell artistically of God's love for his people. For anyone who is willing to spend the time; the Shrine offers deep insights and a great atmosphere for meditation and prayer. The artwork is exceptional, and can be found throughout the grounds, made of mostly carrara marble and granite. Over 25 acres are available for sight seeing and walking.
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The Family Rosary Lake
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Owners:
Maintained by the Oblate Fathers and Brothers.
Address: PO Box 35, Rte 3, Colebrook, NH 03576
Contact:
Robert Lesvesque, Curator
# 603-237-5511, boblevesque34@juno.com
Description:
Points of interest: 15 Mysteries and all the Stations of the cross, a World Mission Rosary and the Family Rosary Lake. The Main Monument was dedicated on Oct 10, 1948 marking the official birth of the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace.
Hours:
Sun religious services are May-Oct.
Directions:
Route 3 Town line Columbia/Colebrook
Programs Offered:
June - Annual Blessing of the Motorcycle;
August - Annual Blessing of the Autos (Moose Festival).
May - October, Buses are allowed to park anywhere on the ground for a nice break and walk for any bus tour.
Shrine Event Schedule:
· Tours - Every Sunday, May to October, 1PM.
· Way of the Cross - Every Sunday, May to October, 1:30PM.
· Main Ceremony, Rosary, Sermon & Benediction - Every Sunday, May to October, 3PM.
· The Blessing of the Motorcycles - Annually on June, see below for dates.
· The Blessing of the Autos - Not annual, contact Shrine for more info.
The Shrine schedule is flexible to adapt for groups, contact for more info.
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The Shrine grounds over looked by Mount Monadnock, VT.
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 The great Shrine church at the west end of the grounds. |
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 * The Annual *
Blessing of the
Motorcycles
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The Motorcyclists in Prayer.
A granite monument erected on the Shrine grounds in honor of the Blessing and its devoted motorists. |
For over 30 years, the Shrine has hosted one of the largest motorcycle gatherings in New England, The Annual Blessing of the Motorcycles. It brings bike enthusiasts from all over North America to participate in a communal blessing of the bikes. Its a great family event that offers good food, vending, and demonstrations of all kinds. It includes a stunning variety of motorcycles and show cars to look at, and it all takes place on the beautiful grounds of the Shrine.
The 32nd Blessing of the Motorcycles
Dates (projected): Saturday - Sunday, June 21 - 22, 2008.
Events usually begin at around 10PM and end at 2PM on Sunday.
To find out more about specific program dates,
Please check the local Calendar of Events or contact the Shrine.
Useful Links:
· http://nhblessingofthebikes.tripod.com/
· http://www.greatnorthwoods.org/shrine/
· http://www.allroutes.to/calendar/
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