Interested in the latest news and information about the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception? Download the newest edition of the Mary’s Shrine newsletter today! A semi-annual publication of the Basilica, Mary’s Shrine newsletter features recent noteworthy events, historical accounts, and upcoming activities.
The Mary’s Shrine Spring/Summer issue features:
- A message from the Rector about the Jubilee Year’s impact on the National Shrine, and how its graces can endure in the lives of the faithful as “Pilgrims of Hope”
- An announcement about Father Ray’s retirement and the arrival of our new Spiritual Director, Father Andy
- A note about the National Shrine’s designation as a national sanctuary of prayer and pilgrimage
- The schedule of upcoming pilgrimages and EWTN broadcasts happening at Mary’s Shrine
- Details about how America’s Catholic Church will commemorate America’s 250th birthday
- Highlights from the 2026 National Prayer Vigil for Life
- A note about the visit of St. Thérèse of Lisieux’s reliquary to the National Shrine
- A reflection on the National Shrine’s dedication to the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate Conception, patroness of the United States
- A message about preserving the heart of America’s Catholic Church by leaving a legacy gift to the National Shrine
- A reflection on the founding of the National Shrine and the men and women who contributed to its construction
- Gifts from Mary’s Shrine
- And more!

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