Advent Day of Recollection

Saint John Paul II National Shrine - Washington, DC

Event Date: 
Saturday, December 13, 2025

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

"Receiving the Heart of Mary" -- We warmly invite you to join us for a day of retreat and rest in the arms of our Blessed Mother as we receive her motherly heart.

As Mary cradled the newborn Jesus in her arms, she lovingly offered Him her heart and motherly love. As we prepare for the sacred season of Christmas, Mary invites us to also receive her heart as our Mother of Mercy. But how do we open ourselves to receive such a gift? St. Faustina offers us many insights into receiving the embrace, love, and maternal care of Our Lady.

The program includes Holy Mass, Eucharistic adoration, time for personal prayer, an opportunity for Confession, spiritual conversation with the Sisters and two reflections by Sr. Veritas Green, ISMM.

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