National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe - Libertyville, IL

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O U R M I S S I O N
To serve the Gospel and the Church by forming Eucharistic disciples in prayer, evangelization,

works of mercy, and Marian consecration in the spirit of St. Maximilian Kolbe.
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Today's Readings
- Thursday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time
  
  Reading 1 Romans 14:7-12
  Responsorial Psalm Psalm 27:1bcde, 4, 13-14
  Gospel Luke 15:1-10

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Fr. Chris Alar Homily
August 9, 2025

Click on the image to watch Fr. Chris Alar's homily at Marytown on Saturday, August 9, 2025 as part of our Marian Conference and Kolbe Award celebration.