Mission doors will open early on Sunday October 4 at 5:30 PM for the once a year autumn solar illumination. This a very special solar phenomenon at the mission. This time of the year, sunlight enters through the western window of the historic mission church, travels along the center of the nave, and illuminates the main altar. This is not simply an ordinary sunset effect. The orientation of the historic church was designed in relation to the position of the sun, creating this remarkable alignment with the tabernacle & main altar. This is a beautiful event to witness.

The peak illumination will be approximately at 6:15PM. As the sun gradually sets, please stay and join us for Ad Orientem Mass at 7PM in the mission.

To learn more about this unique event at our mission, click here.