On the weekend of May 13–14, we will be taking up a second collection for beautification of our national shrine, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, in Washington, DC. The Bishops of the United States are asking for our help to bring this project to completion. We hope that you will make a generous gift so that the great dome can be completed with a masterpiece of art in mosaic.
This is a one-time collection for this specific purpose. At St. Anthony's Church, the ushers will take up a separate collection immediately following the regular collection. At Our Lady of Sorrows, the usual green containers will be at the doors of the church. Thank you for your generosity.
The Trinity Dome is the central and largest dome of the National Shrine. The mosaic that will adorn the dome will depict the Most Holy Trinity, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and a procession of saints, all of whom have an association with the United States and the National Shrine. Through your participation in this project, you become part of the fabric of Mary's Shrine, and help bring to completion your church: the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.