The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe invites you to an afternoon of sacred music with a free organ recital performed by Samuel Backman, one of the most compelling organists and composers of his generation. Known for his virtuosity, musical intelligence, and expressive artistry, Samuel Backman brings to the organ repertoire that spans centuries, from […]
The faithful are invited to make a pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe on May 1 to celebrate 1st Class Feast of St. Joseph the Workman, patron of the Diocese of La Crosse. On this feast day, the Shrine’s founder, His Eminence Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, will offer a Solemn Pontifical Mass at 11:00 am.
The faithful are invited to make a pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe on May 2 to participate in the May Crowning of Our Lady, which will take place during the 12:15 pm First Saturday Holy Mass.
Prism Concert “In Praise of Mary”
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe invites you to a truly unique and immersive musical experience with the Prism Concert, “In Praise of Mary.” This special concert celebrates the Blessed Virgin Mary through sacred music spanning many centuries of the Church’s rich musical tradition.
Featuring choir, soloists, brass quintet, and organ, the Prism Concert is designed to engage not only the ear, but the entire space of the Shrine church. Music will be performed in immediate succession from different locations throughout the church, allowing sound to move and unfold like light through a prism. As each piece emerges from a new direction, listeners are enveloped in the Shrine’s magnificent acoustics, creating a dynamic and contemplative experience unlike a traditional concert.
Selections will draw from a wide range of historical periods, revealing how devotion to Our Lady has inspired composers across generations. The interplay of voices and instruments, combined with the sacred architecture of the Shrine, offers an atmosphere of beauty, reverence, and wonder.
We warmly invite you to attend this extraordinary Marian concert and to experience sacred music offered in praise of the Mother of God, whose intercession continually draws hearts to her Divine Son.
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Organ Recital
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe invites you to an afternoon of sacred music with a free organ recital performed by Samuel Backman, one of the most compelling organists and composers of his generation. Known for his virtuosity, musical intelligence, and expressive artistry, Samuel Backman brings to the organ repertoire that spans centuries, from […]
Youth Choir Camp 2026
June 22-26, 2026
Children ages 7-13 will study different elements of music in an engaging atmosphere and have the opportunity to sing for Mass. This five-day camp begins at 9:15 and concludes before the 12:15 Holy Mass, for which the young vocalists are invited to sing in the choir loft each day.
Christopher Ganza Organ Recital
More details to come!