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As we celebrate the feast of St. Stephen on December 26, we invite you to explore the places where he is portrayed at the National Shrine in shimmering mosaics, vivid stained glass, and more.

This past week, the Choir of the Basilica presented the concert: “Follow the Star: Sacred Choral Music for the Christmas Season.” Featuring sacred choral works from across the centuries, this performance reflects the spirit of the Christmas season in all its radiance, poetry, solemnity, and joy.

As we celebrate the birth of Christ each year, we take part in traditions old and new, preparing our hearts with musical meditations, Masses, and more. In today’s post, we invite you to discover five facts about how we’ve celebrated Christmas at the National Shrine throughout the years.

Whether you wish to bask in the heavenly music of the Basilica Choir or contemplate the miracle of the Nativity through sacred art, there are a variety of ways the faithful can prepare their hearts for Christmas at America’s Catholic Church.

In this post, discover four art pieces we’re highlighting this December – from the Immaculate Conception Mosaic to the Nativity Chapel!

In this first post in our Saints of the Baldachin series, we invite you to discover the stories of the four Eastern Church fathers portrayed on the East Side of the Baldachin and learn about the symbolism of their depictions.

In this fourth post in our Doctors of the Church series, learn about three early Doctors of the Church and their contributions to the faith.

Recognized as the patron saint of missions, St. Francis Xavier led a ministry that was uniquely focused on cultural assimilation. As we celebrate his Memorial on December 3, we invite you to discover five things you should know about his life and ministry.

As we prepare our hearts for the celebration of the birth of our Savior, we invite you to be part of the special events here at the Basilica! Learn more about what’s happening – virtually and in person