The Grotto

The Grotto

The National Sanctuary of our Sorrowful Mother, popularly known as The Grotto, is a Catholic sanctuary on Sandy Boulevard at Northeast 85th Avenue, Portland, Oregon, United States, set both at the foot of and on top of a cliff. A large meditation hall whose main chamber is at clifftop level extends down to the foot of the cliff; the cross on the hall is visible many miles away. In addition to a church, there are several thousand feet of trails, including a trail of the Stations of the Cross, along which the faithful may pass in contemplation.

Events

There are various events at The Grotto throughout the year, as well as meetings and seminars.

Christmas Festival of Lights

Every December The Grotto puts up a huge light display along its trails. Besides the light displays, there are nightly concerts, caroling, and other family oriented entertainments.

External links

* [http://www.thegrotto.org/ The Grotto] (official website)


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