On October 9, the Church honors Our Lady of Champion (formerly Our Lady of Good Help). This feast celebrates the only Church-recognized Marian apparition in the United States. Read about Mary’s appearances to Adele Brice (Brise) in October 1859 and the children-focused mission Mary gave to Adele here. You will also find information there about the shrine. Find some videos about Mary’s appearance to Adele and the history of the shrine here.
Image credit: screen capture from championshrine.org
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A faith formation program centered on the Sunday liturgy that is engaging, easy to teach, and involves the family.
You will receive timely teaching resources and links to additional classroom and at–home activities.
