Statement of Special Prayers for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI from Mary’s Shrine
Statement from Monsignor Walter Rossi, Rector of the Basilica Special Prayers for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI: “We at Mary’s Shrine…
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Embracing the Mystery of the Incarnation: Msgr. Vito’s Nativity Reflections
Read Msgr. Vito Buonanno’s reflections on the meaning of the Incarnation and how we can embody Christ’s incarnate love during…
St. John Cantius: An Enduring Example of Humility
On December 23, the Church celebrates the Feast of Saint John of Cantius, a Polish professor and priest whose life…
4 Places You Can Find the Nativity in the Basilica’s Art
The birth of Christ is essential not only to the Advent and Christmas seasons, but our entire faith…
What Elizabeth teaches us about the Nativity
Elizabeth’s story reflects the theme of expectation and fulfillment seen in the Nativity, prophesied throughout the Old Testament.
10 Verses for Christmas
When considering the Christmas Story, it is not just a stand-alone narrative, but rather the centerpiece of God’s glorious plan…
God’s Great Power: Part 3 of the Msgr. Vito Confession Series
The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation (Confession) plays a vital role in the lives of the faithful. Through confession, we…
4 Ways to Prepare Your Heart for Christmas
Between the cascade of calendar events, decorating, and shopping that inevitably bombard us in December, it’s easy to become distracted.
10 Psalms of Comfort
No matter where you are in life, everyone faces discouragement at times – whether it’s illness, broken relationships, or simply…
Virtually Tour the Joyful Mysteries Chapels
Did you know that the Basilica has chapels portraying each of the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary? With the coming…
