Remember and pray for your loved ones this Advent and Christmas season!

The virtual Christmas Candles will remain lit from the First Sunday of Advent on Sunday, November 29, 2026 until the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord on Sunday, January 10, 2027. In addition to the online candles, your intentions will be be lit in front of Saint John the Baptist in the Lower Shrine during Advent, and then will be moved to the Upper Shrine sanctuary, next to the manger, during the Christmas season.

To purchase a candle for a loved one, please visit the Shrine’s Gift Shop, or contact Yuli in the Shrine Office.