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THE OUTDOOR SHRINE
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outdoor shrine is made of faceted glass with symbols embedded. The statue of St.
Dymphna, made of carrara marble, stands in the center against the brightly colored
glass. Beneath the statue are candles that burn 365 days a years. The candles
are lighted in petition and thanksgiving. Each candle burns for six to seven days
and the recommended offering is $3.00.
The outdoor shrine building was built in the late 1950s and was
recently renovated.
THE CHAPEL
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beautiful chapel in honor of St. Dymphna was dedicated on
May 15, 1938. This was the first shrine dedicated in her honor
in the United States.
The beautiful chapel, nestled on the grounds of the Heartland
Behavioral Healthcare Center, is designed with beautifully
detailed stained glass windows depicting the Miracles of Our
Lord among the infirm. There are various statues of St. Dymphna
as well as a lovely jeweled reliquary that encases an actual
bone chip of St. Dymphna.
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| THE OFFICES AND SMALL GIFT SHOP
The office at the Shrine is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday. We also have a small gift shop offering
religious items for sale.
When visiting the Shrine, you will be greeted by our helpful
staff. Mary is here everyday while Beth and Beverly are part
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Here at the office we help answer the thousands of letters
we receive every year. People from all over the world write
to tell us of St. Dymphna's intercession in their lives and
the lives of their loved ones. |
THE GROUNDS
The grounds around the Shrine are very peaceful and serene.
You will often see deer walking across the fields. Father
Herttna rides his bicycle every day, weather permitting, where
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THE STORE
Religious Goods Center
4915 W. Tuscarawas St.
Canton, OH 44708
(330) 477-7777
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday
You will find a large selection of religious items including
Bibles, statues, jewelry, Precious Moments, Fontanini and
Seraphim angels. Our friendly clerks are happy to help you!
Religious items from the Shrine may also be ordered through
the Religious Goods Center during regular store hours with
a credit card. |
| Religious Goods Store and the People Who Work
There |
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Carol |
Cherri and Kathy |
Judy and Beverly |
Lisa |
Theresa |
Beth |
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