A Monument Forged by Faith Awaits Your Discovery

In Ascent of Devotion: The History of Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal Unveiled by C.T. Benedict, embark on an epic journey through the heart of Quebec's spiritual legacy, where the humble dreams of a frail porter, Brother André Bessette, ignited a movement that transformed a rocky hillside into a global sanctuary. This meticulously crafted narrative weaves together the saga of a man whose unwavering devotion to Saint Joseph built a basilica that soars 97 meters above Montreal, its dome a beacon for millions seeking solace and miracles. From the first wooden chapel in 1904, adorned with crutches of the healed, to the grand Art Deco interiors and the sacred Garden of the Way of the Cross, Benedict's vivid prose captures every triumph and trial—financial struggles, engineering feats, and the theft of a saint's heart relic. Feel the pulse of faith as pilgrims climb 99 steps on their knees, hear the resonant hymns of the 5,811-pipe organ, and witness the canonization of Brother André in 2010, a moment that united the faithful worldwide. For those drawn to stories of divine purpose and human perseverance, this book is a pilgrimage in itself, inviting you to uncover the soul of a place where miracles and history converge, forever etched in Quebec's cultural tapestry.