Who was the first American man to become a saint?
Did you know that Saint John Nepomucene Neumann was the first male American to be canonized? He is the patron of immigrants and sick children.
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St. Basil the Great: Warrior Against Arianism
Celebrated on January 2, St. Basil the Great lived when disagreements about Arianism were pervasive and divisive. Arius, a citizen…
Honoring Mary as the Mother of God: Virtual Art Tour
January 1 is the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, which honors Mary’s role as the Mother of the Savior.…
A Guide to Basilica Art: Relief Sculptures
You might be wondering: what exactly is relief sculpture? Relief sculpting is when a medium is molded against a flat surface…
Christmas with Fresh Eyes: A Reflection from Msgr. Rossi
Christmas is one of the most important celebrations of the Christian faith – and for good reason: it celebrates Christ’s…
Christmas Music at the Basilica: A Bird’s Eye View
A conversation between Dr. Peter Latona and Gilbert Spencer On a late Sunday afternoon in Advent, I happened by the choral…
Basilica to Implement Registration & Ticketing for the First Time
Basilica to Implement Registration & Ticketing for the First Time For Sundays and Holy Days beginning December 20 through the…
A Guide to Basilica Art: Ambulatory Windows of the Great Upper Church
In the four ambulatories of the Great Upper Church, there are four intricate stained-glass windows depicting the four ends of…
The Fruit of the Spirit Part II: Patience, Kindness, Generosity
Those who are in Christ are distinguished from unbelievers in that they have been gifted with the Holy Spirit, enabling them to bear fruit…
St. Juan Diego and the Miracle of Our Lady of Guadalupe
St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin is known for receiving the vision of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Born in 1474 in Cuautlitlán,…