A Guide to Basilica Art: The Exterior of the Basilica
In today’s Guide to Art post, we invite you to explore the Basilica’s intricate exterior relief carvings and what they represent.
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Shining Christ’s Light: The Paschal Candle
“May the light of Christ, rising in glory, dispel the darkness of our hearts and minds.” In this reflection, we…
He is Risen: The Triumph of Easter
What does it mean that Christ not only died for our sins, but rose triumphant from the dead? How does that impact how we live out our faith?
A Prayer to Our Lady of Ephesus
“Then [Jesus] said to the disciple, ‘Behold, your mother.’ And from that hour the disciple took her into his home.”…
Basilica Congregation Capacity Increased to 1,000 for Holy Week & Easter
Additional Tickets Available at 5 p.m. today at www.nationalshrine.org/mass-registration The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is pleased…
What is the Significance of Palm Sunday?
“Joyful acclamations at Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem, followed by his humiliation. Festive cries followed by brutal torture. This twofold mystery…
Elijah: A Faithful Prophet in a Time of Adversity
Elijah was a mighty prophet during a turbulent time in Israel’s history…
Download the Spring-Summer 2021 Edition of the Mary’s Shrine Newsletter
Interested in the latest news and information about the Basilica of the National Shrine?
Irish Saints of the Basilica: A Virtual Tour
As we celebrate the Feast of St. Patrick, we are exploring the stories of some of Ireland’s most well-loved saints…
Lent: Why We Do What We Do: Part II
As we continue to observe the Lenten season, the priests of the Basilica discuss the practices that we associate with…
