The American Mosaic: Saints of the United States – Pt. I
This July, we’re celebrating how the Basilica honors the different cultures, peoples, and traditions that are the fabric of the…
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Prayers for the Nation
This Independence Day, we thank God for all of the blessings we have received as a nation. As our country…
Announcing: the Basilica’s Summer Organ Recital Series Returns
Did you know that two years have passed since the Basilica’s last organ recital? In the summer of 2020, the Basilica…
Celebrating a Century as America’s Catholic Church
As we continue the celebration of our centennial year, this Independence Day we reflect on the National Shrine’s role as “America’s Catholic Church.”
The man who defeated Gnosticism: St. Irenaeus
One of the Church’s first systematic theologians, Irenaeus is considered one of the most influential early Christian thinkers. On June…
Saints of the Crypt Church: A Virtual Tour – Part I
Uncover the stories of the saints of the East Apse – five women whose bravery and commitment to the cross continue to inspire Catholics around the world today.
Miriam: the Woman Who Helped Save a Nation
One of the few prophetesses in the Bible, Miriam is primarily recognized for the role she played in saving the life of her brother, Moses.
The Light of Our Lady of Holy Hostýn
Today, we invite you to learn about how the devotion to Our Lady of Holy Hostýn originated, and how it is honored at the Basilica.
Remembering the Martyrs of Vietnam
Between 1630 and 1886, it is estimated that somewhere between 130,000 and 300,000 Christians were martyred in Vietnam.
The Miracle of Our Lady of Grace of Montenero
Did you know that the devotion to Our Lady of Grace of Montenero began in the 14th century in Livorno, Italy? Learn about the history of this devotion.