St. Alphonsus Rodriguez: A Doorkeeper for Christ
This week, the Church celebrates the anniversary of the birth of St. Alphonsus Rodriguez, the patron saint of Majorca, Spain. Although he suffered extreme personal losses during his life…
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Artist Spotlight: Ed Dwight, the First Black Astronaut Candidate
Judging from Ed Dwight’s smashing success as a sculptor, you’d never guess that art wasn’t his first profession.
5 Cookbooks for Catholics
Discover 5 Catholic cookbooks featuring vegetarian recipes straight from monastery kitchens, and saint-inspired dishes from around the world.
A Celebration of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Each year on July 16, the faithful celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, remembering the gift of the scapular and honoring the Carmelites’ example…
Who is the patron saint of Europe?
This week, we celebrate the feast of St. Benedict of Nursia, the patron saint of Europe. He is known not only for establishing the Benedictine Order, but for shaping 1500 years of monastic life with his guide the Rule…
Visionary Visitors: The Basilica’s Most Renowned Guests
As the largest Catholic church in North America, the Basilica has been privileged to welcome a number of honored guests through its doors over the years. From Pope John Paul II…
6 Saints to Know This July
From Saint Camillus to Saint Mary Magdalene, these saints each have something to teach us. Read about six saints celebrated in July and why you should know their stories.
Spiritual Themes in the Architecture of America’s Catholic Church
Did you know that the different parts of the National Shrine are each centered around a different theme? In today’s post, we invite you to learn about the themes unifying the artistic designs throughout different areas of the Basilica.
Quiz: The History of American Catholicism
This Independence Day, as we celebrate the heritage of the United States, we invite you to test your knowledge about American Catholicism.
4 Places to Find St. Junípero Serra in the Basilica
As we celebrate the feast of St. Junípero Serra on July 1, we invite you to reflect on his work and discover four places where you can find him portrayed in the art of the Basilica.