Marian devotion
Sanctuary of Our Lady
Portland, Maine
Maine's most important sanctuary.
Place: Portland, Maine
Type: Sanctuary
The Sanctuary of Our Lady in Portland, Maine, was founded in 1860 by the Redemptive Fathers. It's Maine's most important sanctuary.
History of the sanctuary
The sanctuary was built to serve the Catholic community of Maine. The Virgin Mary is venerated as a protector of the sailors.
Each year, thousands of pilgrims visit the sanctuary to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption on August 15.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady in Portland is the most important in Maine.
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