The Chapel will be open during our operating hours today for those who would like to visit. The Chapel had been closed since January while it was being repaired and restored. Mass has returned to the Chapel of Mary We are delighted to resume in-person Mass, following the restoration of the Chapel of Mary. We […]

While the Chapel of Mary is closed for repairs, The Grotto will livestream Mass every day at 10 a.m. from the Monastery of Our Sorrowful Mother. You can watch live at 10 a.m. or view the video later at a time of your convenience. Click here to be directed to our YouTube channel. Anyone with […]

Hours of Operation: 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Admission to the Upper Gardens sold until 5 p.m. Easter Sunday Masses Outdoor in the Plaza (rain or shine) 10 a.m. 12 noon 2 p.m. You must be pre-registered to attend. REGISTRATION IS FULL.

Saturday, March 27 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Grotto will host a clothing and blanket drive for Portland Rescue Mission this Saturday, March 27, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the main parking lot. Since 1949, Portland Rescue Mission has been here to give hope and restore life to men, women, and children […]

The Year of St. Joseph Pope Francis declared December 8, 2020 – December 8, 2021 the Year of St. Joseph. We invite all of you to come and visit our beautiful sanctuary and spend some time in St. Joseph’s Grove in the Upper Gardens, where you can reflect on the life of St. Joseph. We […]

Thursday, March 4 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Grotto Parking Lot This is a contact-free food drive benefitting SnowCap Community Charities.We will be collecting non-perishable food and personal hygiene items. PLEASE HELP US MAKE THIS DRIVE A SUCCESS! Most-needed items include: Canned meats and fish Canned vegetables Personal hygiene items such as shampoo, soap, […]

The Grotto’s lower level and gift shop have reopened after several days closed while we clear debris and ice from the storm. The Upper Gardens remain closed at this time while we continue to clear the pathways and fallen branches. On the lower level you will find the beautiful Stations of the Cross path, the […]

The popular guided lantern tours, which were debuted during Advent and Christmas, are back for the season of Lent. These tours will take place at dusk. Guided Spiritual Tour Enjoy a very special evening touring The Grotto at dusk. Begin your tour outside the Visitor Center, where you will meet your guide and receive lantern […]

Hours of Operation Upper Gardens: 9 a.m. – 4:40 p.m. The Grotto Gift Shop: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Visit The Grotto during Advent and ChristmasEven though we can’t host the Christmas Festival of Lights this year, we invite everyone to visit The Grotto during this very special season. There is still much to see […]

Stay-at-Home Mandate Following the guidelines announced by the State of Oregon and Multnomah County , The Grotto made the following changes as of Wednesday, Nov. 18: The Grotto Gift Shop will remain OPEN for shopping and curbside pick-up, following strict capacity guidelines and social distancing. To contact the gift shop, call 503-261-2424. Mass will be […]