On August 22, 1990, the Feast of the Queenship of Mary, the Most Reverend Norbert M. Dorsey, C.P., Bishop of the Diocese of Orlando, broke the first ground at this site to begin construction of the main Church, which was completed January 31, 1993. The Shrine stands as testimony to the faith of Catholics throughout the world, through whose generous gifts this building was made possible. May all who visit here find peace and tranquility of soul and that union with the Creator which is the special gift of God to His People. "And Mary said: 'My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord: my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.'" Luke 1:46–47