Where Mary welcomes all: The National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church

Where Mary welcomes all: The National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church

Tucked away near Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks, The National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church offers a serene sanctuary in an area otherwise known for summer fun. There are no grand cathedrals or stained glass — just an outdoor altar, a rotating sculpture of Mary and a vast collection of relics few know about. Visitors come for many reasons, but most leave with something unexpected: a moment of peace and a quiet encounter with faith. The shr…