Honoring the Legacy of Saint John Paul II
On October 22, we celebrate the Feast of Saint John Paul II. Saint John Paul II was the first reigning Pope to visit the Shrine, and was beloved for…
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St. Luke the Evangelist: Sharing the Powerful Truth of the Gospel
“Since many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the events that have been fulfilled among us, just as those…
Three Remarkable Characteristics of Saint Teresa of Ávila
On October 15, we celebrate the Memorial of Saint Teresa of Jesus, more commonly known as Saint Teresa of Ávila…
From the U.S. Air Force to America’s Catholic Church: A Conversation with Dee Steel
How do you get from the United States Air Force Academy to the Basilica? Today, Dee Steel tells us about…
5 Hidden Gems of the Basilica: A Guide for Returning Visitors
The Basilica is a treasure trove of history, art, and architecture. Visitors might be familiar with…
Honoring Our Lady of the Rosary in the Basilica
Every October, we honor Our Lady of the Rosary, celebrating her Feast on October 7. This celebration…
What We Know about the Life of St. Francis of Assisi
On October 4, we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, one of the Catholic Church’s most venerated…
A Guide for the First-Time Visitor to the Basilica
As a first-time visitor to the National Shrine, deciding what to see can be overwhelming…
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux – a “Little Flower” in God’s Garden
On October 1, we celebrate the Feast of Saint Thérѐse of Lisieux, who is beloved for her writings on …
On This Day in History: The Laying of the National Shrine’s Foundation Stone
Today is a momentous day in the history of the National Shrine, especially as we prepare to commemorate…