Honoring Our Lady of Hungary and Saint Stephen
This month, we celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Stephen and the dedication of the Our Lady of Hungary Chapel…
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Remembering the Sacrifice of Auschwitz Martyr Saint Maximilian Kolbe
In the face of Nazi brutality at Auschwitz, Saint Maximilian Kolbe bravely gave up his life for…
Meet Legend Thurman: a Daughter of the Shrine
Legend Alexandra Thurman has served for over five years as a volunteer in various capacities at the Basilica. Though she…
St. Clare of Assisi’s Dedication to Vocation
Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in…
Saint Dominic: “Armed with a Prayer, not a Sword”
As the Basilica highlights the role of spiritual education in the lives and legacies of the saints this month, on…
St. John Vianney: A Testament to God’s Strength in Weakness
On August 4, we celebrate the Feast Day of Saint John Vianney, who became a devoted servant for Christ and…
Who Was Saint Alphonsus Liguori?
With the arrival of a new school year, this month at the Basilica we’d like to focus on the legacies…
“A Knight for the Glory of God” – Saint Ignatius of Loyola
On July 31, we honor the life and legacy of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Ignatius was born in Spain as…
The Life of St. Martha and Drawing Closer to Jesus
With the Feast Day of St. Martha on July 29, we reflect on St. Martha’s role in Jesus’ ministry. Carved…
Celebrating Saint James the Apostle: the Son of Thunder
On July 25, we honor the Feast Day of the apostle Saint James the Greater. A passionate evangelist and devoted…