As we celebrate the dedication anniversary of the Universal Call to Holiness sculpture, learn five facts about its conception, creation, and more!

Prepare your heart and home for the Advent season with an all-new collection from the National Shrine Shops! Looking for the perfect gift for your loved one? Find inspiration in the latest curated selection of sacred home décor, ornaments, and more. From nativity sets to journals, there’s something for everyone in the National Shrine Shops Christmas collection.

Be encouraged by 10 of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini’s most inspiring quotes on love, faith, and more as we celebrate her memorial.

In today’s post, we invite you to reflect on 10 saint quotes about courage and take heart from their timeless wisdom.

A dedicated theologian and diplomat, Saint Leo the Great provided much-needed leadership for the Church during the fall of Rome.

Watch the performance of the 2026 All Souls’ Concert and read program notes from Dr. Peter Latona, the Basilica’s Director of Music.

How much do you know about St. Martin de Porres? A Dominican lay brother who lived during the 1600s, St. Martin de Porres not only overcame discrimination, but tirelessly cared for the underprivileged.

From the patron saint of lost things to the “second founder” of the Franciscans, each of these men helped shape the doctrine of the Church and draw others closer to the truth of the Gospel.

In today’s post, we invite you to explore three Basilica spaces visited by these popes and learn why those visits were so special.

Discover five key facts about Saint Pope John Paul II and be inspired by his bravery, compassion, and wisdom.