Welcome to our shrine!
Home of the World's Largest Statue of Mary as Our Lady of Guadalupe located in Windsor, OH
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
In the Beginning
It began in early 1987, when Deacon Ed and his wife Pat Heinz purchased a 120 year old farm in Windsor, Ohio. They originally planned to use their family's property as a Catholic Youth Camp, but eventually lost the farm due to financial problems in 1990.
By true divine intervention, they were able to repurchase the farm back in 1992. It was at that time that the Heinz family decided to show their faith-filled appreciation by using their property to glorify God and to share their story of faith with others. This was the beginning of The Servants of Mary Center for Peace.
We invite you to visit Servants of Mary & Our Lady of Guadalupe located in Northeastern Ohio, in the town Windsor, just 40 miles east of Cleveland. Come and feel grace that this special place has to offer you and your family.
The Grounds
At the center of the 50 acre Shrine located in Windsor Ohio, stands the world's largest statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Mary's likeness stands 50 feet tall and is covered by over 450,000 mosaic tiles. The design and construction of the statue was donated by Richard Hyslin of Mission, Texas. He and many of his students and other volunteers spent 10,000 hours constructing this amazing work of art.
In front of the statue lies the LAKE OF HOPE which is surrounded by the worlds largest illuminated fifteen decade rosary. At night, the view is nothing short of awe inspiring as the beads light up the rural Ohio night sky.
Along the path following the rosary, you will find the HOLY INNOCENTS CHAPEL. Inside is the Book of Life containing names of children up to seven years of age who have died due to abortion, miscarriage, or natural causes.
Our Mission
To provide a place of Spiritual Refuge where everyone is invited to experience Jesus' love through Mary's attributes of Faith, Humility, Reverence, and Servitude
Upcoming Events
FIRST SATURDAY MASS FEBRUARY 1ST: Confessions begin at 8am, rosary 8:30am, mass at 9am, followed by breakfast in St. Elizabeth hall. We hope to see you there!
"WHO DONE IT" FEBRUARY 23RD:
Join us for a fun filled afternoon murder mystery & dinner. Doors open at 1:00PM. Experience the thrill of trying to guess "Who Done It". Live entertainment, delicious food, and activities for the whole family. Tickets are $45 per person $85 per couple. Call to make reservations early as space is limited.
Your donation will help us continue to provide a peaceful retreat for all visitors. Thank you!