Anniversary of the Granting of the Title of Minor Basilica
October 12
We invite you to join us on Monday, October 12, as we mark the anniversary of the elevation of the National Shrine to the rank of a minor basilica.
Monday, October 12
| Time: | Location and additional information: |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. | Mass – Crypt Church |
| 8:00 a.m. | Mass – Crypt Church |
| 12:10 p.m. | Mass – Crypt Church |
| 5:15 p.m. | Mass – Crypt Church |
Special Plenary Indulgence
On this day in 1990, Pope John Paul II granted to this National Shrine the title of Minor Basilica. On the Anniversary of the Granting of the Title Basilica, a plenary indulgence may be obtained. The faithful who are able to devoutly visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on this day and who, while within this Church, participate in any sacred rite or at least recite the Lord’s Prayer and the Profession of Faith, may obtain a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Eucharistic Communion, and offer a prayer for the intentions of the Holy Father). (Domus Ecclesiae, 9 November, 1989).
