Plan a Visit
The Shrine of St. Martin of Tours is privileged to be open every day of the year. In addition to our Perpetual Adoration Chapel, visitors will find the church sanctuary to be a place for peaceful prayer and reflection. Our 24-hour security team ensures the safety of the grounds. Around the church are numerous historical windows, statues, and images available for veneration.
What is a Shrine?
A description from the Rector:
“At shrines, the means of salvation are supplied more abundantly to the faithful by the diligent proclamation of the word of God, the suitable promotion of liturgical life especially through the celebration of the Eucharist and of penance, and the cultivation of approved forms of popular piety.” (Code of Canon Law).
“In short, shrines are places especially dedicated to prayer and devotion to the liturgy, of service to the poor, and of veneration of the saints. They are places of pilgrimage. Shrines are places where the faith is flourishing and where the Word of God is preached in its fullness. In contrast to a parish, which is defined by those residing in a particular neighborhood or geographic area, shrines serve an entire archdiocese”. (Fr. Paul Beach)
