A Prayer to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
Did you know that the origins of the devotion to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel date back over 750 years?…
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5 Things to See at the Basilica This Summer
With calm gardens, glittering mosaics, and serene chapels, the Basilica’s grounds offer a variety of places to pray, reflect, and grow closer to our Heavenly Father…
Virtually Experience the Incarnation Dome
One of the central mysteries of our faith is the doctrine of the Incarnation – that the Word became Flesh,…
10 Fun Facts About the Architecture of the Basilica
Do you know how many train cars it took to haul the limestone used to build the Basilica’s exterior walls, or how tall the Knight’s Tower Carillon is? In today’s post…
A Portrait of America’s Catholic Church
This Independence Day, reflect upon the Basilica’s path from conception to completion and what is means to be “America’s Catholic Church.
Announcing: The 2023 Summer Organ Recital Series
This summer, we are thrilled to welcome an exceptional array of organists from around the globe
Virtually Tour the Our Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel
For centuries, the faithful have looked to Our Mother of Perpetual Help for miracles and answers to prayer. Here at…
Conscience Over King: St. John Fisher’s Stand for Truth
Even though he lived during a time when publicly opposing a monarch could result in severe punishment or even death, Saint John Fisher never let fear prevent him from honoring his convictions.
A Celebration of Fatherhood: Selected Verses and Reflections
As Father’s Day approaches this year, we invite you to meditate upon this collection of Father’s-Day-themed posts from the Basilica’s blog.
Love Amidst Sorrow: The Symbolism of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Throughout her lifetime, Mary embodied a profound love for Christ, submitting herself to God’s will in cheerful obedience despite difficulties.…