St. Martin de Porres Shrine & Institute

St. Martin de Porres Shrine & Institute St. Martin de Porres National Shrine and Institute Dominican Father Thomas Weiland founded the Shrine of St. Peter Catholic Church in downtown Memphis. The St.

Martin de Porres in Columbia, South Carolina, in 1936. Along with the Shrine, a Church and a school were built in Columbia to serve the African-American community. In 2001, the Shrine moved to its new home at historic St. Martin de Porres Shrine & Institute is a ministry of the Southern Dominican Province, USA. The Shrine & Institute promotes the legacy of St. Martin de Porres (1579-1639), patron

saint of social justice in the Catholic Church. In conjunction with its move to Memphis, the Shrine established its "Institute" for the development and sponsorship of educational programs, such as lecture series and workshops in the areas of social justice, healing, and spiritual growth. In addition, activities traditionally associated with Shrines, such Masses, prayer services, retreats and tours are scheduled throughout the year. Martin de Porres Shrine & Institute promotes St. Martin's legacy of social justice and healing in a city which is host to the National Civil Rights Museum, and the world renowned St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Please call Fr. James Martin Nobles, O.P., (901-527-8282) for more information about the shrine or to schedule a pilgrimage.

Address

190 Adams Avenue
Memphis, TN
38103

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:15am - 5pm

Telephone

+19015782643

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