What does Corpus Christi mean? The words “Corpus Christi” mean “Body of Christ” and are another name for the “Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ” celebrated on the Sunday after Trinity Sunday. This solemnity marks with particular emphasis the doctrine of Christ’s real presence—body, blood, soul, and divinity—in the Eucharist.
June 12 – The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and grounds will be closed all day Friday, June 12, for a private event. June 13 – The 3:00 pm Holy Hour / Adoration is canceled due to the America 250 Event at the La Crosse Center. Please plan your pilgrimage accordingly.
Catholics from across the nation will gather in La Crosse for a historic day of prayer, renewal, and public witness. Hosted by CatholicVote President and CEO Kelsey Reinhardt and spiritually led by Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke, this national event, the Zeale for America 250 Rally, will be held at the La Crosse Center on June […]
Solemnity of Saint Joseph Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe invites the faithful to make a pilgrimage on the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Saint Joseph, guardian of the Holy Family and faithful servant of God’s saving plan, remains a powerful model of obedience, humility, and trust in Divine Providence.
On this solemn feast, the 12:15 pm English Mass will be offered by the Shrine’s founder, His Eminence Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke. We invite pilgrims to join in this sacred celebration of the Holy Mass, to honor Saint Joseph, and to entrust their families, work, and intentions to his paternal intercession.
All are welcome to attend and to seek the intercession of Saint Joseph at the Shrine.
Holy Mass:
8:30 am | Traditional Latin Mass
12:15 pm | Offered by Cardinal Burke – Novus Ordo (Bilingual Mass)
Veneration available after Mass of the 2nd class relic – Ex Indumentis (the clothing or cloak).