Joy in the Face of Suffering: Saints Perpetua and Felicity
On March 7, we observe the Feast of Saints Perpetua and Felicity, martyrs of the early church in Carthage. In…
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Saint Katharine Drexel’s Heart for Racial Justice
On March 3, we celebrate the Feast of Saint Katharine Drexel, the second American-born saint to be canonized. “Mother” Katharine,…
The 2020 Lenten Reflection Series Schedule
The 40 days of Lent provide a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our…
Liturgy at the Basilica: An Inside Look – Part II
At Mary’s Shrine, pilgrims and visitors can encounter Christ through His Blessed Mother, the Word, the Sacraments, and Devotions. What…
Preparing Our Hearts for Lent this Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season, a 40-day period of repentance and renewal leading up to Easter…
What is the Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter?
“Grant, we pray, almighty God, that no tempests may disturb us, for you have set us fast on the rock…
A Conversation with Basilica Organist Andrew Vu
The musicians of the Basilica strive to transform hearts and minds through the power and beauty of sacred music in…
Liturgy at the Basilica: An Inside Look
At Mary’s Shrine, pilgrims and visitors can encounter Christ through His Blessed Mother, the Word, the Sacraments, and Devotions. What…
A Guide to the Luminous Mysteries at the Basilica
Instituted by Pope John Paul II in 2002 in his apostolic letter Rosarium Virginis Mariae, the Luminous Mysteries…
Honoring Our Lady of Lourdes in the Basilica
On February 11, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. The Basilica honors the Blessed Mother under this…