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Cross in the Woods Catholic Shrine is located in Indian River, Michigan. The Shrine is home to the largest crucifix in the world. The grounds are open throughout the year from dusk to dawn with limited hours in the winter.

While visiting, be sure to view all shrines, the doll museum, and gift shop. Weekday and weekend masses are held year round.

If you have a bus or tour group that is going to swing by, your visit can be greatly enhanced by filling out this form or by calling the shrine office.

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Indian River, US
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Quick Information

Weekly Faith formation Handouts (PDF)

Faith formation Handouts (PDF)

Location

The National Shrine of Cross in the Woods
7078 M-68
Indian River, Michigan 49749

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Distances
260 Miles north of Detroit, MI
202 Miles north of Lansing, MI
209 Miles north of Grand Rapids, MI
385 Miles north of Chicago, IL

Hours

Church / Office
Summer 7:00am – 8:00pm
Winter 7:00am – 5:00pm

Doll Museum
Summer 9:00am – 6:00pm
Winter 10:00am – 3:00pm

Gift Shop Hours

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Our Staff

Our Staff

 

Weekday Mass Schedule

Tuesday 5:30pm

Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am

Friday 12:00pm

Weekend Mass Schedule

Saturday – 4:30 pm 

Sunday – 8:30am & 10:30am

Reconciliation Schedule

Reconciliation is available  During the summer (through Labor Day weekend)

Tuesday 4:00-5:00 pm

Friday 9:00-11:00am

Saturday confession time is 3:00- 5:00 pm

By Appointment

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