10 Inspiring Saint Quotes on Love
This February, we invite you to reflect on what it means to embody Christian love with these 10 saint quotes.
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The Basilica to have delayed opening on Wednesday, February 12, at 10am
Due to inclement weather, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will open at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
A Brief History of the Papal Tiara
With their iconic beehive shape, delicate gems, and intricately crafted crowns, papal tiaras were part of the ceremonial papal attire for centuries. But how did the papal tiara originate, and what is its significance in Church tradition?
3 Black Catholics You Should Know
This Black History Month, we’re proud to honor the lives of Black Catholics around the world – from the “hairdresser for Christ” to the founder of the first order for African-American women.
9 Proverbs About Love
When it comes to love, our culture often fixates on romance. However, the concept of love extends beyond simple romantic love. Learn what Proverbs says about different types of love in the verses below.
3 Books to Read This Black History Month
As we celebrate Black History Month, we invite you to discover three books that explore the faith journeys and spiritual insights of instrumental members of the Black Catholic community – both past and present, and be encouraged in your own faith.
4 Women Saints to Know This February
This February, we invite you to discover the stories of four inspiring women saints whose feasts we celebrate this month.
5 Things You Should Know About Pope Pius IX
As we honor the 147th anniversary of the death of Pope Pius IX, discover five things you should know about this 19th century pope and the legacy left by his historic pontificate.
10 Insightful Quotes from St. Thomas Aquinas
One of the most influential priests of the 13th century, St. Thomas Aquinas shaped over seven centuries of Catholic theology with his thoughtful scholarship. Drawing from Scripture and the great thinkers…
Stars in Sacred Art
From the very first chapter of Genesis, where God created the stars to illuminate the night, to the final chapter of Revelation, where Jesus is described as the bright morning star, stars play an important role in biblical narratives. Throughout sacred art…