Structure of the Holy Face Devotion

Arch-confraternity of the Holy Face

The Arch confraternity of the Holy Face is the highest canonical structure for the Holy Face devotion in the Catholic Church. This Arch-confraternity was established perpetually by Pope Leo XIII following the private revelations given to Sr. Mary of St Peter. St Thérèse of Lisieux and her family were some of the first members of the Arch-confraternity.

The Arch-confraternity of the Holy Face is based in Tours, France. The Oratory of the Holy Face is in the diocese of Tours. It is possible to join the Arch-confraternity as a member. There are certain requirements:

To pray the Golden Arrow prayer and an Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be each day in reparation each day.

To add the Litany to the Holy Face and the Offering to God the Father prayer on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation.

To wear an image of the Holy Face (Scapular or Medal)

To meet monthly to pray three prayers to the Holy Face in common.