10 Quotes from Aquinas Worth Contemplating
Aquinas is recognized as one of the most influential philosophers and theologians of all time, known for his magnum opus Summa Theologica.
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Basilica Closed Due To Inclement Weather – January 25
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is closed on Sunday, January 25, 2026, due to inclement weather. The faithful are encouraged to participate in the Basilica’s pre-recorded Sunday Mass for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time on our website.
Changes in Basilica Hours and Schedule on Jan. 25-26 Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will open to the public at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 25, and Monday, January 26, and operate on a modified schedule.
5 Devotionals for the Year Ahead
With countless theological works to choose from, it can be difficult to decide what to incorporate into our daily meditations. As we head into 2026, we invite you to explore five devotional books featuring the wisdom of John Henry Newman, Fulton Sheen, and others!
10 Verses for the New Year
As we enter a New Year, we face much that is unknown. On the horizon lays the prospect of new adventures and beginnings, new joys and sorrows, and new trials and challenges. Whether you are hopeful or uneasy, whatever chapter is now before you, we invite you to take strength from the promises of Scripture.
Saints of the Baldachin: Part II
In this second post in our Saints of the Baldachin series, we invite you to discover the stories of the four Western Church Fathers portrayed on the west side of the baldachin and learn about the symbolism of their depictions.
10 Pope Quotes About the Sanctity of Life
As we prepare for the National Prayer Vigil for Life, meditate on these 10 quotes from the popes about the sanctity of life and the unborn.
10 Must-See Videos of 2025
As we enter 2026, we invite you to watch these 10 must-see videos from the past year at America’s Catholic Church.
Doctors of the Church: Part V
From the pope who guided the Church after the fall of Rome, to the “Father of Scholasticism,” each of these men helped shape the doctrine of the Early Church and draw others closer to the truth of the Gospel.
5 Things You Should Know About St. John Nepomucene Neumann
When St. John Nepomucene Neumann set out to begin his ministry, he had little money and few connections. He was an immigrant from Bohemia and had yet to be ordained as a priest. But over the course of his work in the United States, he went on to become the bishop of the largest diocese in the country and make historic strides in education.