Cross in the Woods

The shrine had it's origin in 1946. Reverend Charles D. Brophy was inspired by the example of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha. Kateri, also known as the Lily of the Mohawks, had a custom of placing crosses on trees in the forest as places to stop and pray. The Rev. Brophy envisioned a large cross as the centerpiece for a shrine. The 55 foot high cross was made from an enormous Oregon redwood. It was erected in 1954. Sculptor Marshall M. Fredericks created a bronze, seven ton image of the crucified Jesus. It was raised into place in 1959. The 13 acre site has an outdoor church, flower gardens and seven shrines. A museum features more than 500 nun and priest dolls dressed in the costumes of different religious orders.

Location: Indian River Michigan Telephone 231-238-8973

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