Marian devotion
Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Snow
Belleville, Missouri
One of the largest shrines in the United States.
Place: Belleville, Missouri
Type: Sanctuary
The Shrine of Our Lady of the Snow in Belleville, Missouri, was founded in 1962 by the Oblate Missionaries. It is one of the largest shrines in the United States.
History of the sanctuary
The sanctuary was built to serve the Catholic community of Missouri. The Virgin Mary is venerated as a protector of the sick.
Every year, thousands of pilgrims visit the sanctuary to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of the Snow on August 5.
The Snow Shrine in Belleville is one of the largest in the United States.
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