On This Day in History: The Laying of the National Shrine’s Foundation Stone
Today is a momentous day in the history of the National Shrine, especially as we prepare to commemorate…
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The Feast of Saint Matthew: Apostle & Evangelist
Jesus shocked the religious teachers of his day in many ways; perhaps one of the most prominent examples was …
The Uniqueness of the Basilica as a Pilgrimage Destination
Reverend Monsignor Vito A. Buonanno tells us what he believes makes the Basilica unique as a place…
Exhibit Opens at the Basilica: “The United States and the Holy See: A Worldwide Force for Good”
A new exhibit at the Basilica highlights the 35th anniversary of formal diplomatic relations between…
Experiencing the Beauty of the Basilica’s Sacred Music: A Conversation with Director of Music Peter Latona
Today, Dr. Latona takes readers behind the scenes, sharing his intent for how audiences experience…
Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows: An Example of Perseverance through Suffering
The feast day of Our Lady of Sorrows is observed on September 15. The occasion is a time for reflection…
A Pilgrimage Primer: Your Most Essential Questions, Answered
Today, Reverend Monsignor Vito A. Buonanno answers some essential questions about pilgrimages…
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What Does it Mean to Be a Catholic Musician? A Conversation with Director of Music Peter Latona
Today, Dr. Latona takes readers behind the scenes, sharing what it means to be a Catholic musician…
Why Come on Pilgrimage to the Basilica?
To better understand pilgrimages and what makes the Basilica unique as a place of pilgrimage…