Virtually Tour the Chapel of Mary, Help of Christians
Did you know that the Basilica has a chapel dedicated to Mary, Help of Christians? This centuries-old devotion has been…
Category: All Posts
St. Justin Martyr: Philosopher and Apologist
On June 1, the Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Justin Martyr, an eminent philosopher and apologist for the faith.…
Saints of the North Apse: Guardians of the Poor and Underprivileged
Did you know that the North Apse features a collection of six statues depicting saints who ministered to the poor and underprivileged?
2022 Memorial Mass: Love and Sacrifices on the Path to Peace
On May 22, the Archdiocese of the Military Services, USA hosted its annual Pilgrimage and Memorial Mass at the National Shrine, remembering those who died and reflecting on what it means to serve others and seek peace.
What the Holy Fathers tell us about the Visitation
Today, we invite you to meditate upon Visitation reflections from the Holy Fathers and learn from Mary’s joyous response to God’s call.
Resilience in Suffering: St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi
On May 25, we celebrate the feast day of Mary Magdalene de Pazzi. As we reflect on her unwavering devotion,…
Who Was the Disciple Who Replaced Judas?
After Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus, the disciples appointed another man to serve alongside them as they strove to fulfill the…
10 Verses for Graduates
It’s the time of year when countless students at high schools, colleges, and universities across the nation celebrate the exhilarating…
What Books of the Bible Did Solomon Write?
During the reign of Solomon, the people of Israel flourished – after defeating their enemies under King David, they dwelt…
Pilgrimages: What you need to know
We are thrilled to welcome pilgrims from across the globe to come experience “America’s Catholic Church” once again.