On the Feast of St. Francis, October 4th, 2024, the Shrine of St. Anthony gave thanks to all their many volunteers for their service and generosity of spirit! The Shrine could not exist without the numerous servants who help in our Gift Shop, Front office, Chapel, grounds, and hospitality and we, the Friars and staff, are very humbled by their kind donation of time, talent and treasure! After the Noon Mass in honor of St. Francis, the staff and volunteers gathered for lunch catered by Anthony's in Clarksville, MD and each attendee was presented with a candle made by our own Br. Brian Newbigging, OFM Conv.. Inscribed with a blessing by St. Francis, we echo those words asking the Lord to "turn His countenance" upon all those who give their lives to help in this great ministry!