Devotional Books
Devotional books from the National Shrine
As people of faith, Catholics often practice the tradition of prayerfully reading and meditating on sacred scripture to gain knowledge and grow in love of God. To assist you in your spiritual reading, the following books and devotional aids are available from the National Shrine.
Holy Rosary Guide
We offer you our exclusive guide on how to pray the rosary! As part of our mission here at Mary’s Shrine, it is our honor to promote this great devotion. Follow the link here to request a pamphlet or download a digital copy!
The Holy Rosary
Exclusive to the National Shrine, The Holy Rosary is a prayer guide featuring quotes from Sacred Scripture and meditations for each mystery of the Rosary.
Prayers for All Occasions
Prayers for All Occasions includes traditional prayers, some of which you may already know by heart, and others reminiscent of devotions we learned as children.
Marian Chapel Prayers
Marian Chapel Prayers offers a spiritual guide through the Basilica. With prayers dedicated to popular chapels and beautiful color images, this book will take you into the heart of Mary’s Shrine.
Meditations on the Rosary
Meditations on the Rosary contains an inspiring set of reflections on each mystery of the Rosary. Written by Monsignor Walter R. Rossi, these meditations call us deeper into prayer with the Blessed Mother.
National Shrine Saint Joseph Sunday Missal and Hymnal for 2022
This customized annual Missal and Hymnal contains complete Masses for all Sundays and Holydays from the beginning of Advent through the Solemnity of Christ the King.
Way of the Cross
The Way of the Cross booklet includes all fourteen stations of the cross each accompanied by a fine art image and the meditations of Saint Alphonsus Liguori.