10 Psalms of Hope
As we begin a new year, we can experience hope in God, who brings healing to a broken world, and…
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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.
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…
