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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211219T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211219T163000
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Bambinelli
DESCRIPTION:Following in the annual Papal tradition in Saint Peter’s Square\, the National Shrine will host its annual Blessing of the Bambinelli on Sunday\, December 19\, 2021\, following the 4:30 p.m. Mass. The faithful are invited to bring the Baby Jesus from their Nativity scenes to be blessed at the National Shrine on this Fourth Sunday of Advent.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/blessing-of-the-bambinelli-2022/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T121000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185239Z
CREATED:20210825T210529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185239Z
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SUMMARY:Mass in Honor of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us on Thursday\, September 16th at 12:10 p.m. for Mass in Honor of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. Since April 15\, 2019\, the Basilica has welcomed donations through a special online collection to go towards the rebuilding of the portion of Notre Dame that was destroyed by fire. \nDuring this special Mass presided over by His Eminence Wilton Cardinal Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington\, a check made up of donations from Catholics around the country to support this special collection will be presented to Monsignor Patrick Chauvet\, Rector of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-in-honor-of-the-cathedral-of-notre-dame-in-paris/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210805T180000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185239Z
CREATED:20210803T195556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185239Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Mass for His Excellency Jovenel Moise\, 58th President of Haiti
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, August 5\, 2021 at 6:00 pm\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in conjunction with the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti will host a Requiem Mass in memory of the 58th President of the Republic of Haiti\, His Excellency Jovenel Moïse. \n  \nView Press Release
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/memorial-mass-for-his-excellency-jovenel-moise-58th-president-of-haiti-2/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210517T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185239Z
CREATED:20210507T202738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185239Z
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SUMMARY:Worldwide Rosary to Pray for an End to the Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception has been chosen by the Holy See to lead the worldwide recitation of the Rosary on Monday\, May 17\, at 12 noon ET/6pm Rome time\, in response to Pope Francis’ call for a “marathon” of prayer during the month of May “to ask for the end of the pandemic.” \nCardinal Wilton Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington and Chairman of the National Shrine Board of Trustees\, will prayerfully lead the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary from the Basilica’s Great Upper Church. \nWith the ability to accommodate 1\,000 people socially distanced in the Great Upper Church with other safety protocols in place\, the event is open to the public and the faithful are encouraged to join this vital prayer effort in person by registering at www.nationalshrine.org/mass-registration. \nFor those unable to attend in person\, the recitation of the Rosary will be livestreamed at www.nationalshrine.org/mass and will be shared with the Holy See for transmission throughout the world. \nFor additional information\, please view the press release.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/worldwide-rosary-to-pray-for-an-end-to-the-pandemic-2021/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T171500
DTSTAMP:20241217T185255Z
CREATED:20210217T024335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185255Z
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SUMMARY:24 Hours for the Lord: 40 Hours Devotion Opening Mass and Closing Mass
DESCRIPTION:In observance of Pope Francis’ annual Lenten initiative “24 Hours for the Lord\,” the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will once again host 40 Hours Devotion. \nThe Basilica’s “24 Hours for the Lord: 40 Hours Devotion” Lenten observance will begin with an Opening Mass on Thursday\, March 11\, at 5:15 p.m. and conclude with a Closing Mass on Saturday\, March 13\, at 4:30 p.m. \nThe Opening Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Christophe Pierre\, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States. Solemn Exposition will take place continuously\, to include overnight hours\, through the Closing Mass on Saturday\, March 13\, at 4:30 p.m.  The Closing Mass will be celebrated by Wilton Cardinal Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington.  \nThe Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available during the Basilica’s regularly scheduled hours (9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.) in the Great Upper Church.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/24-hours-for-the-lord-40-hours-devotion-opening-mass-and-closing-mass/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210130
DTSTAMP:20241217T185314Z
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SUMMARY:2021 National Prayer Vigil for Life
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 National Prayer Vigil for Life will take place Thursday\, January 28\, through Friday\, January 29. Please note that\, due to COVID-19 restrictions\, there are significant changes to the schedule and limitations for in-person participation. However\, we invite you to join us virtually via livestream on our website and via broadcast on EWTN. \nThursday\, January 28\, 2021\, 8pm – 11pm\n8:00 p.m.                     National Rosary for Life \n8:30 p.m.                     Opening Mass \nCelebrant & Homilist: Archbishop Joseph Naumann of Kansas City in Kansas – Chairman\, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities \n10:00 p.m.                   Holy Hour for Life \nPlease Note:\nDue to COVID-19 restrictions\, participation in the 2021 National Rosary for Life\, the Opening Mass\, and the Holy Hour is VIRTUAL ONLY via livestream on our website and via broadcast on EWTN. The Basilica will be closed to the public for these events. There is no registration\, concelebration\, or admittance for clergy or religious. There is no registration or admittance for seminarians. The Basilica looks forward to the resumption of its regular schedule and operations for the 2022 National Prayer Vigil for Life. Thank you for your understanding! \nFriday\, January 29\, 2021\, 8am – 9am\n8:00 a.m.                    Closing Mass \nCelebrant & Homilist: Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore – Chairman-Elect\, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities \nPlease Note:\nDue to COVID-19 restrictions in the District of Columbia\, the Basilica is limited to 250 persons inside at any one time. On this account\, participation in the Closing Mass will be limited to 250 and will require advanced registration. Those who enter must follow all protocols and procedures. There is no registration\, concelebration\, or special admittance for clergy or religious. There is no registration or special admittance for seminarians. The Closing Mass will be available virtually via livestream on our website and via broadcast on EWTN. The Basilica looks forward to the resumption of its regular schedule and operations for the 2022 National Prayer Vigil for Life. Thank you for your understanding! \nConfession Schedule\nOn Friday\, Jan 29\, Confession will be from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday\, Jan 30\, Confession will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. \nMedia Coverage\nDue to COVID-19 restrictions\, a very limited number of media credentials will be issued for coverage of the 2021 National Prayer Vigil for Life. Media must submit the Media Credential Request Form no later than January 15\, 2021\, for consideration. Submission of a request is not a guarantee of credentials. Media will be notified via email on January 20\, 2021\, as to whether their request has been/has not been granted. Thank you for your understanding! \nMedia Credential Request Form \nSpecial Plenary Indulgence\nPope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence for the faithful who devoutly participate in the 2021 Prayer Vigil for Life from the Basilica either virtually or in person\, under the usual conditions (sacramental confession\, Eucharistic Communion\, and offer a prayer for the intentions of the Holy Father).
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2021-national-prayer-vigil-for-life/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T140000
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SUMMARY:National Bell Festival Carillon Concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the repertoire of music on bells as Dr. Robert Grogan\, carillonneur and organist emeritus\, performs a virtual community recital from the Knight’s Tower at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. \nFor more information about the National Bell Festival\, please visit www.nationalbellfestival.org. \nClick Here to Join Concert
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/national-bell-festival-carillon-concert-2021/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Music,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201221
DTSTAMP:20241217T185314Z
CREATED:20201215T220707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185314Z
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Bambinelli
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required to attend Mass in person due to restrictions placed upon Houses of Worship by the District of Columbia which now limit the number of attendees to 250 persons per service. Register at nationalshrine.org/mass-registration/. \nFollowing in the annual Papal tradition in Saint Peter’s Square\, the National Shrine will host its annual Blessing of the Bambinelli on Sunday\, December 20\, 2020\, at the 12:00 p.m. Mass and the 4:30 p.m. Mass. The faithful are invited to bring the Baby Jesus from their Nativity scenes to be blessed at the National Shrine on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. \nThose who are unable to be at the Basilica on Sunday\, December 20th are invited to participate in Mass and the Blessing of the Bambinelli via livestream at www.nationalshrine.org/mass. The faithful who participate in the Blessing of the Bambinelli virtually are invited to have their Baby Jesus with them during the virtual Mass to receive the blessing.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/blessing-of-the-bambinelli-2020/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T133000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185523Z
CREATED:20200410T140453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185523Z
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SUMMARY:100th Anniversary Mass of the Placing of the Foundation Stone
DESCRIPTION:On September 23\, 2020\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the placing of its first stone—the foundation stone\, upon which has been built America’s Catholic Church. \nCelebration of the centennial will begin with Mass on September 20\, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. ET. The Most Rev. Wilton D. Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington and Chairman of the National Shrine’s Board of Trustees\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Entry into the Basilica will be limited to 100 persons. View visitor guidelines on the FAQ page. The Mass will be livestreamed at nationalshrine.org/mass.  \nA century in the making\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is more than our nation’s preeminent Marian shrine and patronal church. From its foundation stone to the Trinity Dome\, the National Shrine embodies the diversity of the peoples\, cultures and traditions of our great country and the unity and universality of the Catholic Church. For this reason\, Mary’s Shrine is a mosaic of our nation\, cornerstone of faith\, and foundation for the future. \nThrough the generosity of American Catholics\, the prayers of the faithful\, and the hard work of artisans and laborers\, the National Shrine has been built to praise God and give honor to His Mother—and our Mother. The one hundred years since 1920 have truly marked a century of devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. \nThis Mass will inaugurate a year-long celebration of this Centennial Jubilee of America’s Catholic Church. Planning is underway and more information will be posted here as it becomes available.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/100th-anniversary-mass-of-the-placing-of-the-foundation-stone/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185657Z
CREATED:20190909T145024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185657Z
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SUMMARY:The Catholic University of America Patronal Feast Day Mass
DESCRIPTION:The Catholic University of America invites you to join in celebrating their patronal feast day in honor of Saint Thomas Aquinas. This Mass will be broadcast live on EWTN as well as the National Shrine’s YouTube and Facebook pages. \n  \nWatch Live on Facebook Watch Live on YouTube
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/the-catholic-university-of-america-patronal-feast-day-mass/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200126T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185657Z
CREATED:20200110T215808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185657Z
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SUMMARY:175th Anniversary of the St. Vincent de Paul Society & Blessing of the Mosaic of Blessed Frederic Ozanam
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, January 26th\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul invite you to attend Mass in honor of the 175th Anniversary of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Following the conclusion of Mass\, Bishop Donald J. Hying\, Episcopal Advisor to the Society will lead the faithful to the Vincentian Chapel to dedicate the new mosaic of the Blessed Frederic Ozanam. \n  \nWatch Live on Facebook Watch Live on YouTube
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/175th-anniversary-of-the-st-vincent-de-paul-society-blessing-of-the-mosaic-of-blessed-frederic-ozanam/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200125
DTSTAMP:20241217T185657Z
CREATED:20190911T205251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185657Z
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SUMMARY:2020 National Prayer Vigil for Life
DESCRIPTION:Donate to Support the Pro-Life Ministry of the National Shrine\n  \n\nWe invite you to join us for the 2020 National Prayer Vigil for Life\, which will take place Thursday\, January 23 through Friday\, January 24. On Thursday\, January 23\, Confessions and the Divine Mercy Chaplet will precede the Opening Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life\, which will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Great Upper Church. \nThe Most Reverend Joseph Naumann\, Archbishop of Kansas City\, KS\, and Chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. After the Opening Mass\, the National Prayer Vigil for Life will continue in the Crypt Church with the National Rosary for Life\, Confession\, and Night Prayer followed by overnight Holy Hours\, Adoration\, Morning Prayer\, Benediction\, and Reposition of the Blessed Sacrament. \nThe National Prayer Vigil for Life concludes with the Closing Mass\, which will be celebrated at 7:30 a.m. on Friday\, January 24\, in the Great Upper Church. The Most Reverend Timothy Broglio\, Archbishop of the Military Services\, and Chairman of the USCCB Committee of International Justice and Peace\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. \nThe Opening and Closing Masses of the National Prayer Vigil for Life will be broadcast live on EWTN as well as on the National Shrine’s YouTube channel (Opening Mass\, Closing Mass) and Facebook page (Opening Mass\, Closing Mass). \n  \nView the 2020 National Prayer Vigil for Life Schedule\n\n  \n\nRegister:\nClergy Registration: Clergy who wish to participate in the Opening and/or Closing Mass must register. \n  \nClergy Registration for Opening Mass\n  \nClergy Registration for Closing Mass\n  \nSeminarian Registration: Seminarians must register to participate in the Opening Mass. \n  \nSeminarian Registration\n  \nMedia Credential Request Form: Media must request credentials to cover the Opening and/or Closing Mass. \n  \nMedia Credential Request Form\n 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/prayer-vigil-for-life/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200112T100000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185657Z
CREATED:20190909T151956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185657Z
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SUMMARY:Mass in Honor of the Infant Jesus of Prague
DESCRIPTION:The Faithful are invited to attend a special Mass on Sunday\, January 12th honoring the Infant of Prague. All embassies and communities are invited to attend. The faithful are also encouraged to bring icons of the Infant of Prague to be blessed at the Mass. \nFind out more. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-in-honor-of-the-infant-jesus-of-prague/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200101T150000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185657Z
CREATED:20191205T233045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185657Z
UID:36061-1577886300-1577890800@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:National Bell Festival Carillon Concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the repertoire of music on bells as Dr. Robert Grogan\, carillonneur and organist emeritus\, performs a community recital from the Knights Tower at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. This concert is free and open to the public and can be enjoyed from the public spaces and surrounding lawns of the Basilica. Families with children are welcome. In addition\, guests will be treated to a complimentary refreshment of hot cocoa and coffee in the Basilica’s cafeteria from 1:45-3:00pm. \nFor more information about the National Bell Festival\, please visit www.nationalbellfestival.org
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/national-bell-festival-carillon-concert/
CATEGORIES:Music,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191226
DTSTAMP:20241217T185657Z
CREATED:20191016T165416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185657Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Christmas Dinner Volunteer Registration
DESCRIPTION:The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will provide meals for hundreds of poor\, homeless\, elderly\, and needy individuals living in the District of Columbia and surrounding areas on Christmas Day. More than one thousand Christmas dinners are served each year in the National Shrine Cafeteria and another thousand are delivered to shut-ins. \nThank you for your interest in volunteering for the 2019 Christmas Dinner at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The volunteer registration is now closed. We hope that you will consider volunteering with us next year. Volunteer Registration for the 2020 Christmas Dinner will open in November 2020. Learn more about the Christmas Dinner on the Basilica blog.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2019-christmas-dinner-volunteer-registration/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191224T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191224T163000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185717Z
CREATED:20190821T175641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185717Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Children’s Christmas Eve Mass
DESCRIPTION:The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception invites the faithful to the annual Christmas Eve Children’s Mass in the Great Upper Church. The Choir of the Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart will present a choral prelude at 4:30 p.m. and will provide sacred music for the Mass which begins at 5 p.m. All are welcome to attend. There are no tickets or reservations. Seating is on a first-come\, first-served basis.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/annual-childrens-christmas-mass/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191222T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191222T163000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185717Z
CREATED:20191017T202443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185717Z
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Bambinelli and Lighting of the Christmas Tree
DESCRIPTION:Following in the annual papal tradition in Saint Peter’s Square\, the National Shrine will host its annual Blessing of the Bambinelli and Lighting of the Christmas Tree on Sunday\, December 22\, 2019\, at the 4:30 p.m. Mass. The faithful are invited to bring the Baby Jesus from their Nativity scene to be blessed at the National Shrine on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. \nAt the conclusion of the Mass and Blessing of the Bambinelli\, the National Shrine will bless and ceremoniously light the Christmas Tree as we prepare for the birth of Jesus. \n 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/blessing-of-the-bambinelli-and-lighting-of-the-christmas-tree/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191123T183000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185717Z
CREATED:20190827T145303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185717Z
UID:22389-1574533800-1574533800@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Aid to the Church in Need: A Night of Witness Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Join Aid to the Church in Need and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on November 23 at 6:30 p.m. to give witness to today’s Christian martyrs and those suffering for the faith around the world. \nView the event brochure for details.  \n  \nRegister for the event\n\n 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/aid-to-the-church-in-need-a-night-of-witness-vespers/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T100000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185717Z
CREATED:20190827T144743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185717Z
UID:22346-1573898400-1573898400@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Mass of the Americas in the Extraordinary Form
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first ever Mass of the Americas in the Extraordinary Form\, celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Music for this Mass will be provided by the Benedict XVI Choir. This event will be broadcast live by EWTN. No tickets are necessary\, but the faithful are highly encouraged to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-of-the-americas-in-the-extraordinary-form/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191103
DTSTAMP:20241217T185717Z
CREATED:20190821T001835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185717Z
UID:19428-1572652800-1572739199@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:International Day of Prayer and Fasting Opening Vigil
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us on November 2nd for the Opening Prayer Vigil for the International Week of Prayer and Fasting. This day of prayer\, dedicated to end the “culture of death” will feature recitation of the rosary\, Eucharistic Adoration\, and special talks given by Father Ubald Rugirangoga\, the founder of the Center for the Secret of Peace; Father Chris M. Alar\, MI\, Abby Johnson\, Pro-Life Activist; and Kristan Hawkins\, President of Students for Life of America. \nView the Opening International Day of Prayer schedule. 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/international-day-of-prayer-and-fasting-opening-vigil/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190906T160000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185731Z
CREATED:20190716T174741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185731Z
UID:13310-1567764000-1567785600@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Annual Knights Tower Tour
DESCRIPTION:On September 6\, 2019\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will once again offer an extraordinary opportunity to view our nation’s capital from the Knights Tower. \nTour opportunities are available on Friday\, September 6\, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visitors will ascend the Tower elevator to the observation level where they can take in spectacular views in all four directions. There are no tickets or reservations to take advantage of this unique experience; visitors will be permitted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nPlease be advised: visitors must be able to climb 85 steps to reach the Tower Elevator. Please ensure you are in good physical condition. Visitors who experience claustrophobia\, those who do not like elevators\, or anyone who suffers from a condition where riding in an enclosed elevator may be uncomfortable should not attend. Children are permitted\, but parents should consider the stairs in their decision to bring younger children along. Strollers are not permitted into the Tower\, and no storage is available at the Basilica. \nFood and drink are not permitted. Bags\, suitcases\, camera cases\, large purses or other bulky items are not permitted. Photography is allowed but the use of tripods is not permitted. Prohibited items cannot be stored. Please leave the items in your vehicle or leave them home. \nThe Basilica offers ample free parking and is conveniently located within walking distance of the Brookland-CUA Station on Metro’s Red Line. For more information\, please call the Basilica at 202-526-8300.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/annual-knights-tower-tour/
LOCATION:Knights Tower
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190904T183000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185731Z
CREATED:20190726T202631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185731Z
UID:13658-1567621800-1567621800@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent Capodanno (Servant of God)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, September 4 for the Annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent Capodanno (Servant of God). His Excellency\, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, J.C.D.\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA\, will be the main celebrant and homilist. \nThis annual Mass is celebrated for the repose of Father Vincent R. Capodanno\, MM\, a Catholic Military Chaplain and U.S. Navy Lieutenant who was killed in Vietnam on September 4\, 1967 as he gave physical and spiritual assistance to wounded and dying Marines of the 1st Marine Division during battle with the North Vietnamese Army. \n\n\n\n\nWatch Live on Facebook\n\n\nWatch Live on YouTube
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/annual-memorial-mass-for-father-vincent-capodanno-servant-of-god/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190615T130000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185752Z
CREATED:20190531T202427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185752Z
UID:12298-1560592800-1560603600@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Mass of Ordination to the Priesthood - Archdiocese of Washington
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on June 15th at 10:00 a.m. as ten men are ordained as priests for the Archdiocese of Washington.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-of-ordination-to-the-priesthood/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T140000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185752Z
CREATED:20190507T154844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185752Z
UID:11568-1559916000-1559916000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Saint John’s College High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:The Saint John’s College High School will hold this year’s commencement exercises at the Basilica. As America’s Catholic Church\, the Basilica has a long tradition of hosting the commencement ceremonies of many local Catholic high schools in the Washington\, D.C. area.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/saint-johns-college-high-school-graduation/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190607T090000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185752Z
CREATED:20190502T152447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185752Z
UID:11440-1559898000-1559898000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:DeMatha Catholic High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:DeMatha Catholic High School will hold this year’s commencement exercises at the Basilica. As America’s Catholic Church\, the Basilica has a long tradition of hosting the commencement ceremonies of many local Catholic high schools in the Washington\, D.C. area.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/dematha-catholic-high-school-graduation/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185752Z
CREATED:20190502T183957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185752Z
UID:11468-1559822400-1559822400@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Saint John Paul the Great High School Graduation and Mass
DESCRIPTION:The Saint John Paul the Great High School will hold this year’s commencement exercises at the Basilica. As America’s Catholic Church\, the Basilica has a long tradition of hosting the commencement ceremonies of many local Catholic high schools in the Washington\, D.C. area.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/saint-john-paul-the-great-high-school-graduation-and-mass/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190604T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185752Z
CREATED:20190502T160009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185752Z
UID:11448-1559649600-1559649600@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Bishop Ireton High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:The Bishop Ireton High School will hold this year’s commencement exercises at the Basilica. As America’s Catholic Church\, the Basilica has a long tradition of hosting the commencement ceremonies of many local Catholic high schools in the Washington\, D.C. area.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/bishop-ireton-high-school-graduation/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190603T140000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185752Z
CREATED:20190502T155524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185752Z
UID:11444-1559570400-1559570400@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Academy of the Holy Cross High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:The Academy of the Holy Cross High School will hold this year’s commencement exercises at the Basilica. As America’s Catholic Church\, the Basilica has a long tradition of hosting the commencement ceremonies of many local Catholic high schools in the Washington\, D.C. area.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/academy-of-the-holy-cross-high-school-graduation/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T190000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185753Z
CREATED:20190501T175439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185753Z
UID:11396-1559329200-1559329200@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:National Symphony Orchestra: Community Concert at the Basilica
DESCRIPTION:For the first time in almost twenty years\, the NSO will perform a free concert in the Great Upper Church at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception\, led by Music Director Gianandrea Noseda. The NSO is committed to engaging all communities across Washington\, D.C. Sharing live classical music is at the heart of their mission – music is for everyone\, regardless of age\, background or zip code. \nThe NSO Community Concert series aims to create excitement and appreciation for live symphonic music\, engage and inspire audiences of the future\, and ensure that all Washington\, D.C. residents have access to participating in the arts. \n\nNational Symphony Orchestra: Community Concert at the Basilica \n\nLocation: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception\nAddress: 400 Michigan Avenue\, NE\, Washington\, D.C. 20017\nDate: Friday\, May 31\, 2019\nTime: 7 p.m.\nPerformance Duration: 65-70 minutes\, with no intermission\nCost: Free\nParking Information: View accessibility information & parking lot map\n\n\n  \nRepertoire: \n\nWAGNER: Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde\nSAINT-SAËNS: Slow movement from the Organ Symphony\nHOLST: “Venus” from The Planets\nDEBUSSY: Clair de lune\, arr. Caplet\nRESPIGHI: Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No.2\n\n  \n  \nView the NSO Community Concert Flyer
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/national-symphony-orchestra-community-concert-at-the-basilica/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Music,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190530T160000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185753Z
CREATED:20190502T194229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185753Z
UID:11484-1559232000-1559232000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:The Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School will hold this year’s commencement exercises at the Basilica. As America’s Catholic Church\, the Basilica has a long tradition of hosting the commencement ceremonies of many local Catholic high schools in the Washington\, D.C. area.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/don-bosco-cristo-rey-high-school-graduation/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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