As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist on June 24, we invite you to discover three art pieces where he is portrayed at the Basilica and reflect on his life and legacy.
Discover four places at the National Shrine where you can reflect and pray as we celebrate the special events and holy days of June – from the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity to the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The National Shrine is delighted to announce the launch of a Deaf and Blind Tour Initiative, in order to offer those who are hearing and visually impaired an opportunity to experience the Basilica more fully.
How well do you know the fathers of the Bible? Do you know how old Abraham was when he became a father, or who was the father of the wisest man to ever live? As we approach the celebration of Father’s Day, we invite you to test your knowledge about the fathers of the Bible, from Abraham and Isaac to Methuselah!
How well do you know the story of St. Barnabas? An influential leader in the early church, he helped bring many to Christ, shepherding the church at Antioch and planting churches throughout Asia Minor alongside Paul.
From the man who defeated Gnosticism to the patron saint of lost things, each of these saints has something to teach us.
When St. Damien set sail for the island of Molokai to care for the lepers quarantined there, he knew he could never come back. But that didn’t stop him from pursuing the mission he felt called to. In our latest post, discover six things you should know about this courageous saint.
Not only do fathers protect and provide for their families, but they also serve as spiritual leaders in the home, embodying the love shown to us by our heavenly Father. This Father’s Day, reflect on eight quotes from the saints and popes as we thank the Lord for our fathers.
One of the most renowned female warriors of all time, St. Joan of Arc led France to military victory while she was still in her teens, demonstrating unflinching bravery and leadership. As we observe the 594th anniversary of her passing on May 30, we invite you to test your knowledge about this hero of the faith and see how she’s honored in the Basilica – take the quiz below!
In today’s post, we invite you to reflect on 10 verses for courage and find strength in the promises of Scripture.