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Relics of Saint Thérèse Return to Mary’s Shrine

The National Shrine is honored to host the reliquary of St. Thérèse of Lisieux for veneration by the faithful from November 20-22, 2025. The reliquary returns to Mary’s Shrine 26 years after its first historic visit in 1999.

5 Things You Should Know About St. Martin de Porres

As we celebrate the Memorial of St. Martin de Porres on November 3, we invite you to discover five facts about his life and legacy.

“In the Company of Angels”: Choral Meditations on All Souls

As the Church commemorates All Souls’ Day, we pause to remember the departed and to pray for their eternal rest in God’s presence. In today’s post, we invite you to enter this remembrance through the language of music, exploring the concert’s themes of angels, divine worship, and the promise of eternal life.

10 Insightful Quotes from Pope John Paul II

As we celebrate the Feast of Pope John Paul II on October 22, we invite you to reflect on ten of his most insightful quotes.

5 Things to Know About Luke the Evangelist

Did you know that St. Luke is honored in ten different places in the Basilica? As we celebrate the feast of St. Luke the Evangelist on October 18, we invite you to discover five facts about this Gospel author.

10 Insightful Quotes from St. Teresa of Ávila

As we celebrate the Memorial of St. Teresa of Ávila on October 15, we invite you to reflect on 10 of her most insightful quotes.

The 2025 National Shrine Shops Christmas Gift Guide

The National Shrine Shops are back with a newly curated collection just in time to start planning for the Christmas season! From books and jewelry to Christmas cards and home décor, there is something for everyone as we approach the celebration of the Nativity! Browse the National Shrine Shops Christmas Gift Guide today.

4 Saints to Know This October

Read about four saints celebrated in October and why you should know their stories. From the woman who wrote Story of a Soul to Luke the Apostle, they each have something to teach us.

Sacred Reads for Your Coffee Table: A Catholic Selection

In this Basilica Book Club post, we invite you to discover four books with powerful imagery exploring sacred art, architecture, historic artifacts, and more.

4 Places to Find Mary Portrayed as Our Lady of the Rosary at the Basilica

Discover four places where you can find Mary honored as Our Lady of the Rosary at the Basilica.