Starkenburg Shrine to Host Annual Fall Pilgrimage

The Historic Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows Shrine at Starkenburg will host its annual Fall Pilgrimage on Sunday, September 11, 2022

The special day will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.  The Pilgrims will then carry a replica of the White Lady, an image that has been at the Shrine since 1852, in a rosary procession through the Shrine grounds, stopping at each of the outdoor Stations of the Cross.

A traditional German meal of fried chicken, roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, slaw and dessert will be served by members of the Church of the Risen Savior from 11:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Valentine Hall.

Following the meal, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be provided by numerous priests.  Benediction will take place at 1:00 p.m., followed by Mass at the Outdoor Altar at 2:00 p.m., which concludes the day.  Bishop Shawn McKnight will preside at the Mass, with neighboring priests con-celebrating

Religious articles will be available for purchase and will be blessed during Mass.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows is located in Montgomery County, just 2 miles north of the Katy Trail, on Highway P.  Directions to the Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows:

From Jefferson City: take Highway 94 to Highway P.  Turn left, go 2 miles.  Starkenburg is on the left.

From Hermann: take Highway 19 North to Highway 94 West.  Go through Rhineland, and continue to Highway P.  Turn right on to Highway P, Starkenburg is on your left.

From I-70: take the New Florence/Hermann Exit and go South on Highway 19.  In Big Spring, turn right onto Highway K.  Turn left onto Highway P at Americus.  Go approximately 5 miles, Starkenburg is on your right.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows is handicapped accessible.  The Shrine and St. Martin’s Church Museum are open daily for visitors.  For more information about the history and other events at the Shrine, visit www.historicshrine.com

You may also contact Brenda Van Booven at 573.236.4390.

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