The National Shrine of
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel
Ministry of the Carmelite Friars, Province of St. Elias
Designated Shrine pilgrimage site by the
Archdiocese of New York for Jubilee Year 2025!
PILGRIMAGES & RETREATS
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel offers pilgrims a daily retreat that can be organized according to your needs, or our own specific retreat theme can be offered. A typical day of retreat includes a continental breakfast, shrine tour, time for individual or group prayer, lunch, a short reflection talk or personal time for exploring the outdoor shrines and beautiful grounds on your own. A Catholic gift shop stop is also a highlight of the retreat day.
adult faith formation meetings
call the Shrine Office at 845-343-1879 To Book your next retreat!
frequently asked questions
do I need to call prior to making
a personal visit to the shrine?
No you do not need to call prior to making a personal visit.
can i just stop in for confession
or see a priest any day?
Our Shrine rector is available for confessions anytime!
is food available for purchase
at the shrine?
The shrine does not have food for purchase or a cafeteria on the premises.
are there restaurants
in the local area?
There are many restaurants less than 5 or 10 minutes away from the shrine. Please call the shrine office at 845-343-1879 for suggestions and we will help you find a restaurant that will meet your needs.
what is the best time to make a visit to the shrine?
The shrine is open daily from 7:00am to 4:00pm. Masses are celebrated Monday through Friday at 11:30 am and Saturday at 12 noon. Mass is celebrated on Sunday at 12:00noon. Confessions are held on Saturday from 10:45 am to 11:45 am. Pilgrimages and personal visits can be planned any day!