On the grounds of Our Lady’s Home of Compassion is a miniature replica of France's famous Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. It was built by Bill Kraus, a tireless supporter of the sisters, who, while overseas, had visited the Grotto. Soon after his return, he started planning what was to become one of his major projects at the Home: the construction of a Grotto, a ‘mini’ replica of the one at Lourdes. On 15 September 1973, Bishop Sneddon officiated at the unveiling and blessing of the Grotto. It was a great occasion, with a large crowd attending.