The Beginning and End: the Transept Mosaics of the Upper Church
In November of 1973, the twin mosaics The Creation and The Second Coming were dedicated. Hours upon hours of work…
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In Paradisum: Music for All Saints and All Souls
Vincent Fung, who is currently an Administrative Assistant for the Office of Music and Liturgy, has served in various capacities at…
Who Were Simon and Jude?
Simon and Jude (also known as Judas or Thaddeus) are two of the lesser-known disciples, but though they are not…
Statement from Monsignor Walter Rossi on the Elevation of Archbishop Wilton Gregory to the College of Cardinals
On behalf of the priests, religious, and staff of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, I…
10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Basilica
1. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is the largest Roman Catholic church in North America,…
The Fruit of the Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace
What are the fruits of the Spirit, how does the Bible define them, and how are they displayed in our Christian walk? This is the first in a series of posts about the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on love, joy, and peace.
What We Can Learn from St. Anthony Claret
On October 24, we celebrate the feast of St. Anthony Mary Claret, founder of the Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary…
Calm in the Heart of Jesus: the Faith of Mother Théodore Guérin
What strength the soul draws from prayer! In the midst of a storm, how sweet is the calm it finds…
2 Marian Prayers for Peace and Grace
Today we reflect on two Marian prayers for peace and grace, exploring the history behind the chapels…
A Marian Prayer for Missions
October 14 marks the anniversary of the dedication of the Mary, Queen of Missions Chapel in 1967. This sacred space…
