On Monday, January 6, 2025, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego, as the eighth Archbishop of Washington. With this appointment…
As we enter 2025, we invite you to watch these 10 must-see videos from the past year at America’s Catholic Church.
Due to inclement weather, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is closed on Monday, January 6th.
As we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God this week, we invite you to discover five places where Our Lady is portrayed as the Mother of God in the Basilica and reflect on her example.
From posts featuring inspiring quotes from the saints to quizzes about biblical figures, the Basilica blog covers a broad range of topics. Today, we invite you to read the top 10 posts of 2024 and strengthen your own devotion.
As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph this week and reflect on their example, we invite you to explore eight places they are featured in the Basilica – from intricate sculptures to glittering mosaics.
Did you know that the first priest to receive all his orders in the United States was a Russian prince? Often referred to as the “Apostle of the Alleghenies,” Father Demetrius Gallitzin…
As we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Christ’s birth, we invite you to reflect on the stories of three women saints portrayed in the art of the Basilica
On December 26, the Church celebrates the Feast of St. Stephen, a fearless hero of the early Church. Living in the first community of Christians in Jerusalem, Stephen challenged the Jewish teachers…
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., is designated a special place of pilgrimage for Jubilee Year 2025 by the Administrative Committee of the USCCB. This special designation allows the faithful…
