Novena 2023
Rewatch the Novena to Saint Anne 2023...
Rewatch the Novena to Saint Anne 2023...
Without a doubt, the Shrine is what it is today thanks to Good Saint Anne and to the great generosity of the pilgrims.
Make a donationThe Secretariat of the Shrine is the link between pilgrims, group organizers, tour operators, benefactors and other departments at the Shrine.
At the doors of Old Quebec, the Côte-de-Beaupré reveals its rich landscapes alongside the St. Lawrence River, Montmorency Falls at Mont-Sainte-Anne, and on to Cap Tourmente.
Come live the Novena and the Feast Day of Saint Anne from July 17 to 26...
Paintings, mosaics, stained glass windows, stone and wooden sculptures reveal the extraordinary beauty and history of the Shrine, and the important role that it continues to play in the faith of the people.
Learn moreHistorically speaking, we know very little about Saint Anne. The Bible says nothing about her, whereas other writings that circulated in the early Church speak about her at great length.
Learn moreChristmas began with an unexpected encounter. An angel presented God’s promise. It was the Annunciation. How Mary must have meditated and pondered these extraordinary words in her heart! Christmas is, therefore, first and foremost, a woman, Mary, chosen and blessed by God. A woman who believed in the Word. It was at this moment that she welcomed God and said “Yes.” She trusted Him and offered herself to Him.
It seems more and more difficult for us to include the word Happy in our traditional greetings that we exchange as we begin the new year. We hear of so much upheaval and turmoil from war, of the cries of distress of hungry people and those who are homeless and wander the streets, of those in exile, even here in our own cities, that indifference or an attitude of apathy could so easily emerge. It is as if peace were only wishful thinking for which responsibility should fall on others, including heads of state, as well as local and international charitable organizations.