It conducts an extensive charitable activity, donating around 15 tons of food a month to disadvantaged people and providing space for several aid groups.

[1][3] Devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes in Caxias do Sul began due to a natural grotto in the former Santa Terezinha Orphanage, now the Madre Imilda School.

[4][2] The cornerstone of the masonry temple, which would replace the temporary wooden chapel, was laid on December 27, 1936, on land donated by Michielon, Menegassi e Cia.

Construction work began in 1939 with the creation of the crypt, where religious celebrations and social events were held to acquire funds for the future church.

At the back of each side nave, there are two high Neo-Gothic carved altars made by Alexandre Bartelle, where several images of saints are arranged, including a rare representation of the Virgin Mary as a baby.

[1][5] The central nave is separated from the lateral spaces by large columns with Romanesque capitals supporting round arches and a clerestory with twin windows decorated with stained glass.

The main chapel is shaped like an apse and rises slightly above the nave, separated from it by a large round arch and topped by a half-dome with a painting depicting the resurrection of Christ.