Shrine History

May 9, 2013: We broke ground on the spot where the St. Gianna Shrine would be built.
May 4, 2014: The statue of St. Gianna was installed in the church and blessed by Bishop Joseph Siegel.
September 12, 2015: The statue was moved outside under the newly built gazebo.
October 11, 2015: The Shrine was dedicated and blessed by Bishop Joseph Siegel.
February 20, 2024: The St. Gianna Shrine was declared an official Diocesan Shrine with the Diocese of Joliet by Bishop Ronald Hicks.
May 22, 2024: Bishop Ronald Hicks blessed the St. Gianna Shrine as the first official shrine of the Diocese of Joliet. St. Gianna's daughter, Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla, was also present.

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