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Unlike a cathedral or a parish church, the National Shrine is primarily a place of pilgrimage. A shrine is a sacred location where people may journey in an act of reverence or worship, and here at the National Shrine…

Over the centuries, many saints have felt God calling them to share the good news of Christ’s sacrifice and the gift of salvation with those in foreign lands. Read about four inspiring women saints who left behind their homes in Europe to pursue mission work in North America…

Learn how Mother Mary Frances Xavier Warde went from being a wealthy society girl to one of the most compassionate humanitarians of her era, founding the Sisters of Mercy in America, along with dozens of convents, schools, hospitals, and orphanages.

Here at the National Shrine, we are proud to honor traditions of Latin American Catholicism amongst Marian devotions and saints from around the world. As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, we invite you to learn…

Did you know that the Basilica’s architecture is replete with quotations from Scripture? These Scriptures often encompass the thematic elements of the spaces where they reside, elucidating the stories of the faithful and the story of God’s providence throughout the ages.

From the first Filipino saint to the saint who created a Bible translation that would be the standard of the Church for centuries, these saints each have something to teach us. Read about four saints celebrated in September and why you should know their stories.

As we celebrate the Memorial of St. Monica on August 27, learn five key facts about her life and discover where you can find her in the Basilica.

We invite you to participate in the great tradition of pilgrimage and view the schedule of pilgrimages happening at the Basilica this fall!