A Humble Place of Peace
Lourdes, Fatima, Guadalupe and Champion are all part of a select group of places worldwide where the Blessed Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion is the first and only approved Marian Apparition site in the United States and Canada. Located in Champion, Wisconsin, it covers and preserves the peace-filled grounds where Mary, the mother of Jesus, appeared to Adele Brise in 1859, identifying herself as “The Queen of Heaven who prays for the conversion of sinners.”
Our Mission
To continue the gospel mission of Jesus Christ by responding to Mary’s call to Adele Brise to foster conversion, teach the children and minister to the sick and old.
In a spirit of humility and simplicity, the Shrine is:
- A welcoming sanctuary of peace inviting all to grow in their relationship with Her Son, Jesus
- A destination for pilgrims who seek healing of mind, body, and soul
- An environment that fosters the teaching of the Catholic faith to children and adults
- A place to encounter Jesus in the Sacrament of the Eucharist, Reconciliation, and Anointing of the Sick, for the salvation of all throughout the world
At shrines, the means of salvation are to be supplied more abundantly to the faithful by diligent proclamation of the word of God, the suitable promotion of liturgical life especially through the celebration of Eucharist and of penance, and the cultivation of approved forms of popular piety. –Canon 1234
Daily Schedule & Devotions
LOCATION
4047 Chapel Dr.
Champion, WI 54229
GROUNDS & ORATORY
Daily: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
GIFT SHOP & CAFE
Daily: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday: 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
*Gift Shop & Cafe closed Good Friday, Easter, Thanksgiving Day, The Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, & New Year’s Day
HISTORY CENTER
Daily (May-October): 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Daily (November-April): 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
MASS
Daily & Sunday: 11 a.m.
Tuesday & Saturday: Additional Mass at 8:30 a.m.
Wednesday: Additional Mass at 5:45 p.m.
Sunday (May-Oct): Additional Mass at 8:30 a.m.
CONFESSION
Daily: 10 a.m., after 11 a.m. Mass, & 2 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:15 a.m. (Following 8:30 a.m. Mass)
DEVOTIONALS
Rosary: Daily | 10:30 a.m.
Eucharistic Adoration: Daily | 12 – 3 p.m.
Chaplet of Divine Mercy: Daily | 3 p.m.
Rosary Walk: Sunday (May-Oct) | 12:15 p.m.
Family Holy Hour & Guided Lectio Divina: Sunday (Nov-Apr) | 12:15 p.m.
Family Rosary: Sunday | 10:30 a.m. (Livestreamed)
Sacred Heart Devotions: First Friday of Month |
After 11 a.m. Mass
Fatima Devotions: First Saturday of Month |
After 8:30 a.m. Mass
Eucharistic Healing Prayer Service: Last Saturday of Month | After 11 a.m. Mass
Upcoming Events at a Glance
October
04oct8:00 am5:00 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of St. Francis of Assisi
Event Details
St. Francis of Assisi’s Feast Day is on October 4. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the
Event Details
St. Francis of Assisi’s Feast Day is on October 4. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with this great Saint on his Feast Day!
St. Francis is the patron saint of the environment, animals, and birds.
Time
October 4, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
04oct3:00 pm4:00 pmSt. Francis Feast Day - Blessing of the Animals
Event Details
10:00 am Confessions 10:30 am Rosary 11:00 am Feast Day Mass – St Francis 12:00 pm Adoration 2:00 pm Confessions 3:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet 3:30 pm Blessing of the Animals
Event Details
10:00 am Confessions
10:30 am Rosary
11:00 am Feast Day Mass – St Francis
12:00 pm Adoration
2:00 pm Confessions
3:00 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet
3:30 pm Blessing of the Animals
Time
October 4, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
05oct8:00 am5:00 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of St. Maria Faustina Kowalska
Event Details
St. Maria Faustina Kowalska’s Feast Day is on October 5. In honor of her life and witness, the National Shrine will bring her relic from the Apparition Oratory to the
Event Details
St. Maria Faustina Kowalska’s Feast Day is on October 5. In honor of her life and witness, the National Shrine will bring her relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with this great Saint on her Feast Day!
St. Maria Faustina Kowalska is the patron saint of Mercy.
Time
October 5, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
07oct10:00 am5:00 pmFeast of Our Lady of The Rosary
Event Details
On October 7, The National Shrine celebrates the Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary. As a celebration of the Our Lady’s gift of the rosary, Champion Shrine will
Event Details
On October 7, The National Shrine celebrates the Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary. As a celebration of the Our Lady’s gift of the rosary, Champion Shrine will be doing a special enrollment day for the Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary. To join the Confraternity, visit championshrine.org/confraternity/– or sign up on the grounds of the National Shrine!
10:00 am …………………………………………………….. Confessions
10:30 am …………………………………………………………….. Rosary
11:00 am …………………………. National Shrine Mass for Feast
of Our Lady of the Rosary
12:00 pm ……………………………………………. Rosary Procession
12:45 pm ………………………… Enrollment in the Confraternity
of the Most Holy Rosary
1-3:00 pm ………………………………………………………. Adoration
3:00 pm ………………………………………… Divine Mercy Chaplet
Time
October 7, 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
08oct10:30 am11:00 pmAnniversary of the Miracle of the Fire
Event Details
On October 8, the anniversary of the Great 1871 Fire, the Shrine partners with the Belgian Heritage Center to share the inspiring history of the Belgian settlers who
Event Details
On October 8, the anniversary of the Great 1871 Fire, the Shrine partners with the Belgian Heritage Center to share the inspiring history of the Belgian settlers who came to the area and the tragic impact the 1871 fire had on its community. On the evening of October 8, thousands of candles are placed around the Shrine’s grounds for prayer intentions, and the story of the miracle of the fire is read aloud with all-night adoration and hourly rosary processions.
Anniversary of the Great Fire
9:15 am …………………………………………………………… Confessions in Chapel
10:30 am ………………………………………………………………… Rosary in Chapel
11:00 am …………………………………………………………………… Mass in Chapel
12-5:30 pm ……. Belgian Heritage Programming in Mother of Mercy Hall
12-5:00 pm ………………………………………….. Belgian Lunch Served Outside
1:15 pm ………….…………………………………………… Belgian Life Presentation
1:45 pm ………………….……… Nature of the Great Fire of 1871 Presentation
2:00 pm …………………………….. Confessions Begin in Chapel until 3:15 pm
2:15 pm ………….…………………………………….… Fire Survivor Re-Enactment
3:00 pm ……………………………………………. Divine Mercy Chaplet in Chapel
3:30 pm …………………….…… Belgian Life Presentation (2nd Presentation)
4:00 pm …………………Nature of the Great Fire of 1871 (2nd Presentation)
5:30 pm ……………………… Fire Survivor Re-Enactment (2nd Presentation)
6:30 pm ……………………………………………………….. Gift Shop & Cafe Closes
7:00 pm ………………………….. Reading of the Miracle of the Fire in Chapel
7:30 pm ……………………. Candlelit Rosary Procession with Statue of Mary
8 pm – 7:45 am …… All-night Adoration and Rosary on the hour in Chapel
Time
October 8, 2025 10:30 am - 11:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
09oct9:00 am1:00 pmAdele Brise Day - Mass with Anointing of the Sick-
Event Details
The anniversary day of the apparition of Our Lady to Adele is celebrated every month on the 9th. Commonly known as Adele Brise Day, the National Shrine will hold Mass
Event Details
- 10:30 am – Rosary
- 11:00 am – Mass
- Following Mass – Anointing of the Sick
Time
October 9, 2025 9:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help - Marian Apparition Site in the United States of America
09oct7:00 am7:00 pmSolemnity of Our Lady of Champion on the Grounds of the Shrine
Event Details
October 9 celebrates the anniversary of Our Lady’s 2nd and 3rd
Event Details
October 9 celebrates the anniversary of Our Lady’s 2nd and 3rd apparitions to Adele Brise in 1859. Celebrated as a Solemnity on the grounds of the Shrine, it is a day of highest honor for Our Lady of Champion and the pilgrims who travel to the Shrine to commemorate this special moment in history. To learn more about the Solemnity Day, please visit championshrine.org/oloc-solemnity.
Solemnity Day
7:45 am ……………………………………………………….. Benediction
8:00 am ………………………………………………………………… Mass
9:00 am ……………………………………………………… Confessions
11:00 am ………………………. Solemnity Mass with Bishop Ricken
Following Mass ………………………………….. Rosary Procession
Following Procession …. Anointing of the Sick for those in need
2:00 pm ………………………………. Confessions and Adoration
3:00 pm ……………………………………….. Divine Mercy Chaplet
4:00 pm …………………………………….. Gift Shop & Cafe Closes
7:00 pm …………. Live Family Rosary Across America with Fr. Rocky
If you are a knight of Columbus with current regalia, you are invited to participate in the honor guard for the event, subject to commander in charge. Please contact kofc1197honorguard@gmail.com.
Time
October 9, 2025 7:00 am - 7:00 pm(GMT-11:00)
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help - Marian Apparition Site in the United States of America
15oct10:00 am3:00 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of St. Teresa of Avila
Event Details
St Teresa of Avila’s feast day is on October 15. In honor of her life and witness, the National Shrine will bring her relic from the Apparition Oratory to the
Event Details
St Teresa of Avila’s feast day is on October 15. In honor of her life and witness, the National Shrine will bring her relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with this great Saint on her Feast Day!
St. Teresa of Avila is the patron saint of headaches, against sickness, lace makers, and of Spain.
Time
October 15, 2025 10:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
16oct8:00 am5:00 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of St. Gerard Majella
Event Details
St. Gerard Majella’s Feast Day is on October 16. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition
Event Details
St. Gerard Majella’s Feast Day is on October 16. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with this great Saint on his Feast Day!
St. Gerard Majella is the patron saint of children (especially unborn children), childbirth, mothers (especially expectant mothers), motherhood, falsely accused people, good confessions, and lay brothers.
Time
October 16, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
18oct8:00 am3:00 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of St. Luke the Evangelist
Event Details
St. Luke the Evangelist is October 18. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for
Event Details
St. Luke the Evangelist is October 18. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with this great Saint on his Feast Day!
St. Luke is the patron saint of artists, physicians, bachelors, notaries, butchers, and brewers.
Time
October 18, 2025 8:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
18oct9:00 am5:15 pmSaint Carlo Acutis Youth Day: Hope Awakens
Event Details
When the infinite is our homeland,How do we get there? And who do we turn to? This day-long youth day, inspired
Event Details
When the infinite is our homeland,
How do we get there? And who do we turn to?
This day-long youth day, inspired by saint-to-be Carlo Acutis, will give us the strength we need to reach our true home and to navigate the forces of false and true hope. Heaven has been waiting for us forever so it’s time to start training now!
Saint Carlo Youth Day is only open to High School Students.
Registrations Opens September 1
Closes October 3. Limited seating available!
Visit championshrine.org/youth-day/ to learn more and register!
Saturday, October 18, 2025
9 am – 5:30 pm
Anticipated Schedule of Events
8:30 am ……………. Registration Opens
9:00 am …………… Welcome & ST. Carlo 101
9:30 am ……..……. Talk 1: False Hope
10:00 am ………….. Reflection and Group Time
10:45 am …….……. Rosary Procession
11:15 am ……….….. Talk 2: TRUE HOPE
12 – 2:00 pm ..…… Free Time
Lunch
Confessions
Games
Visit the Shrine Grounds
Visit the Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit
2:15 pm …………… Vocation as Rocket Fuel
3:00 pm ………….. See the Infinite: Adoration
4:00 pm ………..… Taste the Infinite: Mass
5:15 pm …..……….. Depart
Time
October 18, 2025 9:00 am - 5:15 pm(GMT-05:00)
22oct8:00 am3:20 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of St. John Paul II
Event Details
St. John Paul II’s Feast Day is on October 22. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from
Event Details
St. John Paul II’s Feast Day is on October 22. In honor of his life and witness, the National Shrine will bring his relic from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with this great Saint on his Feast Day!
St. John Paul II is the patron saint of World Youth Day.
Time
October 22, 2025 8:00 am - 3:20 pm(GMT-05:00)
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion - Marian Apparition Site in the United States of America
25oct11:00 am2:00 pmSpecial Mass with Eucharistic Healing Prayer Service & Anointing
Event Details
Inspired by the Masses with Eucharistic Healing Prayer Services held at Champion Shrine by the late Father Ubald Rugirangoga, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion continues the special
Event Details
Inspired by the Masses with Eucharistic Healing Prayer Services held at Champion Shrine by the late Father Ubald Rugirangoga, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion continues the special Masses every last Saturday of the month. Order of the Day is as follows:
8:30 AM Saturday Mass
9:15 AM Confession
10 AM Confession
10:30 AM Group Rosary
11:00 AM Special Last Saturday Mass
12 PM Eucharistic Healing Prayer Service with Anointing of the Sick
1 PM Complimentary post-healing service luncheon in Mother of Mercy Hall – offered for those attending Eucharistic Healing Prayer Service (hosted by the Green Bay-area Sovereign Military Order of Malta*)
2 PM Confession
3 PM Chaplet of Divine Mercy
*subject to change or cancellation
Time
October 25, 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion
28oct8:00 am3:00 pmFeast Day Relic Veneration of Sts. Simon and Jude
Event Details
October 28 is the feast day of St. Simon and St. Jude. In honor of their life and witness, the National Shrine will bring their relics from the Apparition Oratory
Event Details
October 28 is the feast day of St. Simon and St. Jude. In honor of their life and witness, the National Shrine will bring their relics from the Apparition Oratory to the Apparition Chapel for Veneration that day. Personal veneration is available for the hour before the 11 a.m. Mass.
All are welcome to attend and pray with these great Saints on their Feast Day!
St. Simon is the patron saint of saw workers and tanners.
St. Jude is the patron saint of desperate cases and lost causes.
Time
October 28, 2025 8:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
31oct9:00 pm9:00 pmAll Hallow's Eve: Evening Adoration
Event Details
Join us for an evening of prayer and reparation in front of the Blessed Sacrament from 9 pm to Midnight.
Event Details
Join us for an evening of prayer and reparation in front of the Blessed Sacrament from 9 pm to Midnight.
Time
October 31, 2025 9:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Shrine Grounds
Oratory
The Chapel
The Grottos
Gift Shop
Rosary Walk & Stations
History Center
Mother of Mercy Hall
1885 Schoolhouse Café
Top FAQs
In order to maintain a peaceful and quiet atmosphere for all visitors, the Shrine does not conduct tours. However, we do have self-guided brochures in both English and Spanish, with a map and description of all grotto sites and places of interest on the grounds. To find, visit our visitor resources page.
In addition, our Historical Center features the Shine’s story as a video that plays continuously through the day. History Talks can be scheduled as part of pilgrimage group’s itinerary for a nominal fee.
Are you pilgrimaging to Champion from out of town? Visit our Lodging page for recommendations near the grounds of the National Shrine.
As you continue to plan your trip, see below for additional planning resource pages related to traveling to Wisconsin, What to know about visiting Champion, and other nearby attractions.
Helpful Tools:
Any questions can be directed to our pilgrimage planning coordinator at 920-866-2571 ext 113 or kciha@championshrine.org.
The Shrine does not have a formal dress code, but we encourage pilgrims to dress appropriately, keeping in mind they are in the presence of the Lord – especially during the Mass and that we are to be positive witnesses to each other in Christian virtue.
For Individuals, Families, and Small Groups
You are welcome to visit these peaceful grounds 365 days a year; no appointment or reservation necessary!
For Groups of 10 or More People
Are you planning a visit with 10 or more people? While there is no reservation necessary for your group to visit, we do strongly encourage you to schedule your trip and work with our pilgrimage coordinators to ensure the best experience possible. They are ready and willing to help in any way they can! Please visit our Group Pilgrimage Page to begin your pilgrimage planning!
Any questions can be directed to our pilgrimage planning coordinator at 920-866-2571 ext 113 or kciha@championshrine.org.
There are several retreat centers near the Shrine that pilgrims are welcome to contact for inquiries about accommodations. For a full list of Retreat Centers, please visit the Shrine’s Lodging Page!
While the Shrine does host year-round activities and events, some of its most popular include the Walk to Mary (First Saturday in May), the Solemnity of the Assumption (August 15), and the Anniversary of the Miracle of the Fire and the Apparitions of Our Lady of Champion (October 8 and 9).
For an up-to-date schedule of our year-round events, click HERE.
To date, there has not been a cause opened for the canonization of Adele Brise, the visionary to whom the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared. Pilgrims, in their time of need, are encouraged to ask for the intercession of Adele Brise with Our Lady of Champion, in the hope that, with prayers answered, a cause may later be opened for canonization.
There are many ways to support the Shrine, both in-person and from your home. The Shrine accepts monetary donations through its Memorial Brick Program, Good Helper Program, Candle Lighting Program, and through general donations via cash, check, or online.
Those looking to support the Shrine by bringing a greater awareness to its mission can become an Ambassador. Through these resources, anyone can share upcoming events and happenings with one’s own parish and community.
If looking for on-site opportunities, the Shrine always is looking for volunteers who can either help regularly around the grounds or during special events. To learn more, visit our Volunteer Page.
Finally, the Shrine asks for your prayers to further its mission and Our Lady’s message to the whole world.
The Shrine is always looking for volunteers to assist in its everyday needs and at large events. From helping at the gift shop to driving golf carts during its October 8th celebrations, volunteers of all ages and skill levels are appreciated!
To become a volunteer, you can either fill out our online volunteer interest form or contact our volunteer coordinator by emailing volunteer@championshrine.org or calling 920-866-2571×123.
