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What is a Doctor of the Church?

Over the past 800 years, 37 saints have been recognized as a “Doctor of the Church.” But what does that title signify?

New Oratory at the Basilica: Our Lady of Aparecida

On Saturday, September 14, 2024, over 7,000 pilgrims from across the United States and Brazil gathered at the National Shrine to witness a historic moment: the dedication of the Oratory of Our Lady of Aparecida.

Crash Course: 5 Books on Church History for Every Catholic

Are you interested in learning more about Church history, but unsure where to start? Whether you’re looking for a visually engaging guide, an accessible introduction, or scholarly analysis, there’s a history book for every Catholic in our latest post.

10 Quotes about Education from the Saints

This fall, we invite you to look to the saints for guidance and inspiration about education – discover 10 saint quotes from St. Thomas More, St. Augustine, and others about the pursuit of learning, teaching, and study.

What is the National Shrine?

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…

4 Women Saints Who Were Missionaries in North America

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…

Who was Mother Mary Frances Xavier Warde?

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.

5 Fun Facts About Latin American Saints You Didn’t Know

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…

Scripture in the Art of the Great Upper Church

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.