National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Archdiocese for the Military Services, U.S.A. Pilgrimage and Memorial Mass
2026-05-17 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Basilica
On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Archdiocese for the Military Services, U.S.A. will host its annual Pilgrimage and Memorial Mass. Honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, particularly those who paid the ultimate price for American liberty, the Memorial Mass begins with the posting of the colors and singing of the National Anthem. It concludes with the playing of Taps.

Time:
Location and additional information:

2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Confessions – Crypt Church Apses

3:00 p.m.
Rosary – Crypt Church
Led by the Military Council of Catholic Women

3:50 p.m.
Procession of Papal Orders – Great Upper Church

4:00 p.m.
Solemn Vespers – Great Upper Church
Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services, USA – Presider

4:30 p.m.
Mass – Great Upper Church
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio – Principal Celebrant & Homilist
