Transitus of St. Francis at the Shrine

Don't forget this weekend's ongoings at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Saturday October 2: First Saturday

Please join us in observing First Saturday as our Lady requested at Fatima to obtain peace for the world. On October 2, 2010, beginning at 9:45 a.m. at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Father Jesse Burish will give a presentation entitled, “The Working of Tradition in the Church: Devotion to the Mother of God.” The Holy Rosary will follow at 10:30 a.m., with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at 11:00 a.m. in the Shrine Church.

The first study group meeting for those taking Father Hardon’s Basic Catechism Course is at 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. in the Pilgrim Center conference room, Saturday, October 2. We will go over lessons 1 & 2.

Sunday October 3: Marian Day of Reflection and Transitus of St. Francis

Join Father Francis “Rocky” Hoffman of Relevant Radio for an all-day Marian Day of Reflection and the Transitus of Saint Francis at the beautiful Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse. The day will begin with Confessions at 11:00 a.m., followed by Mass. Later, pilgrims may participate in the recitation of the Rosary, the Life Chain, and the commemoration of the passing of St. Francis with Vespers, readings and veneration of a Franciscan relic. There is no admission charge, and pre-registration is not necessary. Participants are advised to make reservations at the Shrine restaurant in advance, as many pilgrims are expected. For more information, contact Relevant Radio (877-291-0123) or the Shrine (www.shrineofourlady.com or 608-782-5440).

A celebration of the Transitus of St. Francis of Assisi - Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate

4:00 p.m. Procession to the Altar with the Relic
4:10 p.m. Vespers (sung)
4:30 p.m. Holy Rosary with Litany of Loreto (sung)
5:00 p.m. Transitus
- commemoration of the passing away of St. Francis
- readings and sermon
- veneration of the relic
*The Sacrament of Confession will be Available

I had mentioned to a couple people it would be good to extend an invitation to Bishop William Callahan who is a Franciscan but I haven't heard yet if he would attend.  I'll bring the camera.