Basilica to Join Pope Francis in Praying the Rosary Amidst the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the largest Roman Catholic church in North America and the…
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A Guide to Basilica Art: Bronze Sculptures of the Crypt Church
In today’s installment of our Guide to Basilica Art series, we highlight the bronze sculptures in the Crypt Level…
A Guide to the Miracles of Jesus in the Basilica
The beauty and mystery of the incarnation is that Christ was at once fully man and fully divine. During his earthly ministry…
What Happened at Pentecost?
The disciples experienced a series of dramatic highs and lows – they had seen Jesus die, come back to life, and ascend to heaven…
Why Do We Observe the Solemnity of the Ascension?
On May 24, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. After Jesus’ resurrection, the time came…
The National Shrine’s Connection to Saint Joan of Arc
One hundred years ago, on May 16, 1920, Saint Joan of Arc was canonized. This woman’s legendary bravery has earned…
100th Anniversary of the Blessing of the Land
May 16, 2020 is the 100th anniversary of the blessing of the site of the future Basilica of the National Shrine…
Our Lady of Fatima: Protection and Guidance in Uncertain Times
On May 13, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, looking to the Blessed Mother for peace and…
A Tribute to Mary, Mother of Mankind
On May 8, 1937, the day before Mother’s Day of that year, the National Shrine unveiled the Mary, Mother of…
Basilica “Lights it Blue” to Support Healthcare Workers
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will be illuminated in blue each evening through Monday, May…