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National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods

The Shrines

The Shrine of St. Francis

Shrine of St. Francis

The present statue of St. Francis was added to the shrine in 1994 and is the work of James Hopfensperger of Midland, Michigan.
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Our Lady of the Highway Shrine

Our Lady of the Highway

Located in the lower grounds of the Shrine. She has been the patroness of millions of travelers and pilgrims who visit the Cross In The Woods.
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Shrine of St. Peregrine

Shrine of St. Peregrine

Peregrine is the patron of those who suffer from cancer and HIV/AIDS. The statue lives in a gazebo which provides a place for reflection and prayer.
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Shrine of the Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha

Shrine of Kateri Tekakwitha

The bronze statue of Kateri Tekakwitha, created by Canadian sculptor, Timothy P. Schmalz, was placed on the grounds during the summer of 2001.
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The Holy Family

The Holy Family

Located in the outdoor sanctuary part of the Shrine, this statue is meant to represent family intimacy. It was built by the sculptor, Timothy P. Schmalz and titled A Quiet Moment.
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Fr. McGivney Memorial

Fr. McGivney Memorial

Born August 12th, 1852 in Waterbury, CT, Fr. Michael McGivney was declared Venerable in 2008 by Pope Benedict XVI.
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Masses

Cross In The Woods National Shrine

7078 M-68
Indian River, Michigan 49749
Parish/Shrine Offices: 231-238-8973
Shrine Gift Shop: 231-238-8722
Parish/Shrine Fax: 231-238-7012
Email: NationalShrine@crossinthewoods.com

Daily Mass Times

  • Tuesday - Friday - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM

Weekend Mass Times

  • Sunday - 8:30 AM - Always inside church
  • Sunday - 10:30 AM - Summer: Outside from Memorial Day to Labor Day (weather permitting), Winter: inside
  • Saturday - 4:30 PM - Summer: Outside from Memorial Day to Labor Day (weather permitting), Winter: inside

Church Hours

  • Summer - 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Winter - 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Gift Shop - Winter

  • Sunday & Monday - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Tuesday-Thursday - Closed or by appointment (call 231-238-8722)
  • Friday - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Saturday - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Doll Museum

  • Summer - 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Winter - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Walk the church grounds and enjoy the serenity from Dawn to Dusk. There are no fees or admissions but your generosity in donations is welcomed.

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Piano Keys

Sacred Music Project – Fridays in Lent

06 Mar 2018
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Join the musicians of Cross in the Woods on Fridays during Lent prior to Stations of the Cross for music which reflects the Church’s rich tradition. Friday, March 2 at 6:30pm – Liz Fedewa, flute and Rita McIntyre, piano – works from the Classical repertoire...
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Solemn Stations Of The Cross

06 Mar 2018
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Every Friday through March 23, 2018 at 7:00pm. Prelude music begins at 6:30pm.
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Presentation of Solanus Casey’s life

27 Feb 2018
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For eleven years, Mary Sinda Comfort worked at the Capuchin monastery in Detroit as the secretary to the Capuchin friar who was researching Solanus Casey’s life in preparation for his beatification. Mary will be at Cross in the Woods on Thursday, March 1, at 7:00pm in the...
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