For over a century the image of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has been honored in Melrose Park by Italian immigrants and their descendants. Now the Parish – Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a multi-ethnic place of pilgrimage and worship for all those who wish to honor Her.
Societies, Sodalities, Organizations
Since the image of Our Lady of Mount Carmel arrived in Melrose Park in 1894, devotion to the Blessed Mother has inspired the creation of many sodalities and societies that promote Her love and the love of Her Son. Some current societies and sodalities that come to the Shrine for various events include:
St. Anthony Society
Padre Pio Prayer Group
San Biaggio Plantani
Santa Maria Addolorata
Madonna del Arco
The Good Friday Society
St. Michael Society
St. Joseph Table