What We Can Learn from St. Lawrence of Brindisi
“The Holy Spirit sweetens the yoke of the divine law and lightens its weight, so that we may observe God’s…
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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel: A Virtual Tour
As we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel on July 16, we invite you to reflect on…
Glorifying God in the Ordinary: St. Bonaventure
On July 15, we celebrate the Feast of St. Bonaventure, who was known for his spiritual leadership in the Franciscan…
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…
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.