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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
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SUMMARY:Veneration of a Relic of Saint Carlo Acutis
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 7\, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV will celebrate Mass and preside over the canonization of Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis. In unity with the Holy Father and celebrating this joyous day in the life of the Church\, the Basilica of the National Shrine will have on display in the Great Upper Church a first-class relic of Saint Carlo Acutis. The relic will be on display throughout the day\, including during the Basilica’s Sunday Masses. The relic and a photo of Saint Carlo will be on display in the Lower Sanctuary. It will be situated beneath the great Trinity Dome where a procession of 18 saints gives visual witness to the presence of the saints and their closeness to the Holy Trinity. On this day in particular\, we are reminded of their intercession\, and that of Saint Carlo. May these two new saints of the Church pray for us!
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/veneration-of-a-relic-of-saint-carlo-acutis/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T174500
DTSTAMP:20250524T000154Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T000154Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Global Rosary Relay for Priests
DESCRIPTION:The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will once again participate in the Annual Global Rosary Relay for Priests on Friday\, June 27 – the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus\, also designated World Priest Day. The National Shrine’s “leg” of the relay begins at 5:45 p.m.\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. With the coming of midnight on June 27\, 2025\, the entire world will have been encircled in prayer for our priests on this Annual Global Rosary Relay Day.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/annual-global-rosary-relay-for-priests/
LOCATION:Blessed Sacrament Chapel
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTSTAMP:20250605T061826Z
CREATED:20250515T211947Z
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SUMMARY:Veneration of the Relics of St. Damien and St. Marianne Cope
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, June 15\, 2025\, all are invited to venerate the relics of St. Damien and St. Marianne Cope of Molokai\, which will be exposed in the Crypt Church of the Basilica. The relics will be on display from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. It is fitting that on this day\, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity\, we host the relics of these two saints who are enshrined in Basilica’s Trinity Dome. \nFor more information\, please see our previous blogposts about St. Damien and St. Marianne Cope. \nSt. Damien and St. Marianne Cope depicted in the Trinity Dome of the Basilica\nCompleted in 2017 as the ‘crowning jewel’ of the Basilica\, the magnificent Trinity Dome sits at the crossing or central axis of the Great Upper Church. It’s central prominence in the Basilica is symbolic\, for as the Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches: “The mystery of the Most Holy Trinity is the central mystery of the Christian faith and life” (CCC 234). The Trinity Dome contains mosaic depictions of the Holy Trinity\, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception\, and 18 saints — including St. Damien and St. Marianne Cope\, spread around the dome. \nSource: \nRohling\, Geraldine M.\, PhD\, MAEd. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception: Guide and Tour Book. Washington\, D.C.: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception\, 2018.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/veneration-of-the-relics-of-st-damien-and-st-marianne-cope/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTSTAMP:20250512T200832Z
CREATED:20250509T231050Z
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SUMMARY:Mass of Thanksgiving upon the Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us on Sunday\, May 18\, 2025\, at 12:00 Noon ET\, for a Mass of Thanksgiving upon the Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV\, coinciding with our new Holy Father’s formal inauguration in St. Peter’s Square. The Basilica invites all the faithful to join America’s Catholic Church in offering thanks to God for the first Pope from the United States. The Papacy is a worldwide ministry\, so we join the entire world in rejoicing and offering prayers for our Holy Father\, Pope Leo XIV. \nThe Mass will be livestreamed at nationalshrine.org/mass. \nPhoto credit: AP. 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-of-thanksgiving-upon-the-inauguration-of-pope-leo-xiv/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T163000
DTSTAMP:20250423T163623Z
CREATED:20250422T223849Z
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SUMMARY:Mass of Thanksgiving for the Life of Pope Francis
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for a Mass of Thanksgiving for the Life of Pope Francis. All the faithful are invited to attend the Mass to pray for the repose of the late Pope’s soul\, and to offer thanksgiving for his life and ministry as Successor of Saint Peter. The Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge\, Bishop of Arlington\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. \nAs Monsignor Walter Rossi\, Rector of the Basilica said in a statement on the death of the Holy Father\, “we also give thanks to God for his 55 years as a priest\, his 32 years as a bishop\, and 12 years as Pope. A life of service to the Church and to God’s people\, we remember him and strive to ‘go out to proclaim the merciful embrace of the Father’ as he urged in his 2015 homily at the Basilica.” \nThis special liturgy and prayer for the late Holy Father will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass and broadcast live on EWTN.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-of-thanksgiving-for-the-life-of-pope-francis/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T180000
DTSTAMP:20250403T011825Z
CREATED:20250402T204934Z
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SUMMARY:Exposition of the Passion Relics
DESCRIPTION:The Veneration of Relics\, as stipulated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC)\, is an acceptable form of devotion and piety (CCC\, 1674). Such expressions of piety extend the liturgical life of the Church but do not replace it. Derived from the liturgy\, they are to “harmonize with the liturgical seasons” and lead the faithful back to the liturgy (CCC\, 1675). In the early Church\, the veneration of the relics of the suffering and death of Our Lord was central to the observances of Holy Week at Jerusalem and the practice of pilgrimage. \nAs a pilgrimage church\, the National Shrine maintains a treasury of relics and reliquaries\, which include those of Jesus Christ and of His Passion. The National Shrine also preserves relics of the Blessed Virgin Mary\, the women who stood with her at the foot of the Cross\, and of the Apostles. \nOn Good Friday\, April 18\, 2025\, the National Shrine will observe Exposition of the Relics of the Passion of Our Lord from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Crypt Church. From 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\, exposition will pause for Stations of the Cross and will resume at 1:00 p.m. The line will close at 5:45 p.m. \nThis sacramental event is part of the closing of the Shrine’s celebration of “100 Years of Worship\,” commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first Mass being celebrated at the National Shrine. In addition\, this devotion is especially significant for the faithful during this Jubilee Year of Hope\, as the National Shrine was designated by the U.S. bishops as a special pilgrimage site. \nThe faithful are invited to come\, venerate the holy relics\, and spend time in prayer and meditation of Sacred Scripture.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/exposition-of-the-passion-relics-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T171500
DTSTAMP:20250226T224546Z
CREATED:20250214T233325Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: “Give Them Some Food Yourselves” – The Power of God in Our Weaknesses
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nThis year\, we invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our Lenten Retreat\, a series of reflections entitled\, “Loved by Jesus\, Loving like Jesus\,” offered by Fr. Sebastian White\, O.P. \nThe final talk in this series will take place on Thursday\, April 10\, 2025\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. In this reflection\, Fr. Sebastian will discuss the power of God in our weaknesses. \nAbout the Speaker:\nFather Sebastian White\, O.P. grew up in Maine. Though he was baptized as a Catholic as an infant\, his family soon became involved in a Protestant church. After graduating from college\, he returned to the Catholic Church. Father Sebastian then went on to study theology at the International Theological Institute in Gaming\, Austria. After graduating with a Master’s degree\, he was hired to work for Franciscan University’s study abroad program\, also located there. He entered the Dominican Order (Province of St. Joseph) in 2008 and was ordained a priest in 2014\, when he began serving as chaplain at New York University. In 2018\, he became editor-in-chief of the monthly prayer devotional\, Magnificat. In 2022\, he was appointed student master at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington\, D.C.\, where he also continues in his role at Magnificat.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/the-power-of-god-in-our-weaknesses/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T171500
DTSTAMP:20250226T224541Z
CREATED:20250214T232526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T224541Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: “Father\, Forgive Them” – The Grace to Forgive as Jesus Forgives
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nThis year\, we invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our Lenten Retreat\, a series of reflections entitled\, “Loved by Jesus\, Loving like Jesus\,” offered by Fr. Sebastian White\, O.P. \nThe next talk in this series will take place on Tuesday\, April 1\, 2025\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. In this reflection\, Fr. Sebastian will discuss the grace to forgive as Jesus forgives. \nAbout the Speaker:\nFather Sebastian White\, O.P. grew up in Maine. Though he was baptized as a Catholic as an infant\, his family soon became involved in a Protestant church. After graduating from college\, he returned to the Catholic Church. Father Sebastian then went on to study theology at the International Theological Institute in Gaming\, Austria. After graduating with a Master’s degree\, he was hired to work for Franciscan University’s study abroad program\, also located there. He entered the Dominican Order (Province of St. Joseph) in 2008 and was ordained a priest in 2014\, when he began serving as chaplain at New York University. In 2018\, he became editor-in-chief of the monthly prayer devotional\, Magnificat. In 2022\, he was appointed student master at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington\, D.C.\, where he also continues in his role at Magnificat. \nUpcoming Reflection:\nApril 10\, 2025: “Give Them Some Food Yourselves” – The Power of God in Our Weaknesses
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/the-grace-to-forgive-as-jesus-forgives/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T171500
DTSTAMP:20250226T224536Z
CREATED:20250214T231919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T224536Z
UID:92961-1742404500-1742404500@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: "And You Shall Call Him Jesus” – St. Joseph and the Name That Saves
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nThis year\, we invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our Lenten Retreat\, a series of reflections entitled\, “Loved by Jesus\, Loving like Jesus\,” offered by Fr. Sebastian White\, O.P. \nThe next talk in this series will take place on Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. In this reflection\, Fr. Sebastian will discuss St. Joseph and the name that saves. \nAbout the Speaker:\nFather Sebastian White\, O.P. grew up in Maine. Though he was baptized as a Catholic as an infant\, his family soon became involved in a Protestant church. After graduating from college\, he returned to the Catholic Church. Father Sebastian then went on to study theology at the International Theological Institute in Gaming\, Austria. After graduating with a Master’s degree\, he was hired to work for Franciscan University’s study abroad program\, also located there. He entered the Dominican Order (Province of St. Joseph) in 2008 and was ordained a priest in 2014\, when he began serving as chaplain at New York University. In 2018\, he became editor-in-chief of the monthly prayer devotional\, Magnificat. In 2022\, he was appointed student master at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington\, D.C.\, where he also continues in his role at Magnificat. \nUpcoming Reflections:\nApril 1\, 2025: “Father\, Forgive Them” – The Grace to Forgive as Jesus Forgives \nApril 10\, 2025: “Give Them Some Food Yourselves” – The Power of God in Our Weaknesses \n 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/st-joseph-and-the-name-that-saves/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T171500
DTSTAMP:20250226T224529Z
CREATED:20250214T231030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T224529Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: “Every Disciple Will Be Like His Teacher” - The Cross as Proof of Divine Love
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nThis year\, we invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our Lenten Retreat\, a series of reflections entitled\, “Loved by Jesus\, Loving like Jesus\,” offered by Fr. Sebastian White\, O.P.   \nThe first talk in this series will take place on Wednesday\, March 12\, 2025\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. In this first reflection\, Fr. Sebastian will discuss the cross as proof of divine love. \nAbout the Speaker:\nFather Sebastian White\, O.P. grew up in Maine. Though he was baptized as a Catholic as an infant\, his family soon became involved in a Protestant church. After graduating from college\, he returned to the Catholic Church. Father Sebastian then went on to study theology at the International Theological Institute in Gaming\, Austria. After graduating with a Master’s degree\, he was hired to work for Franciscan University’s study abroad program\, also located there. He entered the Dominican Order (Province of St. Joseph) in 2008 and was ordained a priest in 2014\, when he began serving as chaplain at New York University. In 2018\, he became editor-in-chief of the monthly prayer devotional\, Magnificat. In 2022\, he was appointed student master at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington\, D.C.\, where he also continues in his role at Magnificat. \nUpcoming Reflections:\nMarch 19\, 2025: “And You Shall Call Him Jesus” – St. Joseph and the Name That Saves \nApril 1\, 2025: “Father\, Forgive Them” – The Grace to Forgive as Jesus Forgives \nApril 10\, 2025: “Give Them Some Food Yourselves” – The Power of God in Our Weaknesses
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/the-cross-as-proof-of-divine-love/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T133000
DTSTAMP:20250211T202436Z
CREATED:20250208T002132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T202436Z
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SUMMARY:Installation Mass of Robert Cardinal McElroy\, 8th Archbishop of Washington
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, March 11th for the Mass of Installation of Robert Cardinal McElroy as the 8th Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Washington. The faithful are invited to attend this sacred and solemn moment in our church’s history. \nChristophe Cardinal Pierre\, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States\, will serve as the principal celebrant. The liturgical procession will begin promptly at 1:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public\, no reservations required. Attendees are asked to be seated in the Basilica’s Great Upper Church by 1:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/installation-mass-of-robert-cardinal-mcelroy-8th-archbishop-of-washington/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T120000
DTSTAMP:20250422T224640Z
CREATED:20250228T050650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T224640Z
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SUMMARY:Solemn Mass and Holy Rosary to Pray for Pope Francis on the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us at 12:00 Noon on Sunday\, March 2\, 2025\, for the Solemn Mass and recitation of the Holy Rosary to pray for Pope Francis. His Eminence\, Christophe Cardinal Pierre\, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States\, will be the celebrant and homilist at Mass. Immediately following Mass\, Monsignor Walter Rossi\, Rector of the Basilica\, will lead the faithful in praying the Holy Rosary. \nThis special liturgy and prayer for the Holy Father will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass and broadcast live on EWTN.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemn-mass-and-holy-rosary-to-pray-for-pope-francis/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241226
DTSTAMP:20241217T184436Z
CREATED:20241008T181454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184436Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Christmas Dinner
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. Meals will be available for pick-up or delivery only. To request a Christmas Day dinner\, please call 202-526-8300. All meal requests must be received by Sunday\, December 15th. \nVolunteer registration opens on November 1\, 2024. \nVolunteers are needed to fill many different positions. To register as a volunteer\, please click here. For more information\, please contact rsvp@bnsic.org or 202-526-8300. Thank you for your interest in helping\, and we look forward to welcoming you this Christmas. \n  \nRegister as a Volunteer
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2024-christmas-dinner/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T070000
DTSTAMP:20241217T184436Z
CREATED:20240802T022748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184436Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Rorate Mass
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 20\, 2024\, at 7:00 a.m.\, please join the Basilica of the National Shrine and Monsignor Walter R. Rossi\, rector and celebrant\, at the Crypt Church for the celebration of the ancient and beloved Advent tradition of the Rorate Mass in honor of the Blessed Mother\, as part of our celebration of “100 Years of Worship.”  \n\nThis Advent tradition\, dating from the eighth century\, takes its name from the incipit of the Introit of the Fourth Sunday of Advent and the Advent votive Masses of the Blessed Mother: roráte\, coeli\, désuper (drop down\, ye heavens). Traditionally\, the first Mass of the day was celebrated after Lauds or dawn. The Rorate Mass is celebrated before Lauds and before dawn. \nIn the winter darkness\, the faithful would walk to their churches carrying their lanterns or candles to light their way. Upon their arrival\, they would illuminate the church with their lanterns and candles around the altar. As Mass was celebrated the sun rose\, illuminating the interior of the church. Thus\, the symbolism of “Mary\, the Dawn” and “Christ the Perfect Day.” \nEveryone is invited to bring a lantern or a candle to “light their way” and to illuminate the Crypt Church during the celebration of the Eucharist. \nThe Rorate Mass will also be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass. 
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/advent-rorate-mass-2024/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240915
DTSTAMP:20240917T002443Z
CREATED:20240117T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T002443Z
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SUMMARY:Dedication of the Oratory of Our Lady of Aparecida
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us in celebrating the dedication of the Oratory of Our Lady of Aparecida as she is enthroned at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Most Reverend Edgar Moreira da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, Bishop of Fall River\, MA\, will be the celebrant and homilist. Mass will be celebrated in Portuguese. \n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n9:00 a.m.\nArrival\n\n\n10:00 a.m.\nRecitation of the Rosary\, Reverend Louis Diogo – Great Upper Church\n\n\n10:45 a.m.\nCommunal Prayer\, Brother Emanuel Maria – Great Upper Church\n\n\n12:00 p.m.\nLunch – CUA Lawn\n\n\n1:30 p.m.\nLine up for procession – Great Upper Church\n\n\n2:00 p.m.\nMass – Great Upper Church\nMost Reverend Edgar Moreira da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, Bishop of Fall River\, MA\, Celebrant & Homilist\nConcelebrant Cardinals: Wilton Cardinal Gregory\, Christophe Cardinal Pierre\, Sean Cardinal O’Malley\nWelcoming Remarks: Duilia de Mello\nClosing Remarks: Bishop Fernando Lisboa\n\n\n\n3:30 p.m.\nDedication of Oratory – Great Upper Church\n\n\n4:30 p.m.\nPrayers and music with Sister Kelly – CUA Law School Lawn
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/dedication-of-the-oratory-of-our-lady-of-aparecida/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T160000
DTSTAMP:20240814T193702Z
CREATED:20240627T201907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T193702Z
UID:84100-1725530400-1725552000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Knights Tower Tours
DESCRIPTION:On September 8\, 2024\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will celebrate the 61st Anniversary of the Dedication of the Knights Tower Carillon. To mark this special occasion\, the Basilica will bring back the extraordinary opportunity to journey up into the Tower and view our nation’s capital from this spectacular vantage point. Visitors will ascend the Tower elevator to the observation level\, where they can take in spectacular views in all four directions. \nFree tour opportunities are available only on Thursday\, September 5\, 2024. To take advantage of this unique experience\, we invite you to sign up for one of the available tour times. \nRegistration opens on July 16\, 2024. View the registration page.  \nThe Basilica offers ample free parking and is walking distance from the Brookland-CUA Metro Station on Metro’s Red Line. \nImportant Information:\nA maximum of four (4) tickets may be reserved per person. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time and check in at the registration area in the base of the Knights Tower\, near the Chapel of Our Lady of Pompei and the Oratory of Mary\, Queen of Ireland. If you arrive later than your scheduled tour time\, accommodation on a later tour is on a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be guaranteed. \nVisitors must be able to climb 85 steps to reach the Tower Elevator\, please ensure you are in good physical condition before signing up for this opportunity. Children are permitted but parents should consider the stairs in their decision to bring younger children along. At least one adult must accompany children under the age of 18. Strollers and wheelchairs are not permitted into the Tower and no storage is available at the Basilica.  \nUse of the Tower elevator is required to ascend to the observation level\, 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 sign up for a tour. \n\nFood and drink are not permitted. \nBags\, suitcases\, camera cases\, large purses or other bulky items are not permitted. \nPhotography is allowed but the use of tripods is not permitted. \nProhibited items cannot be stored\, please leave the items in your vehicle or leave them at home.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/knights-tower-tours-2024/
LOCATION:Knights Tower
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T171500
DTSTAMP:20240819T174917Z
CREATED:20240731T193050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T174917Z
UID:85136-1724346900-1724346900@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Ordination Centenary Celebration - Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary
DESCRIPTION:This historic image is the property of the National Shrine Archives and protected by copyright. No permission\, either express or implied\, is granted for the electronic transmission\, storage\, retrieval\, or reproduction of this photograph\, other than that related to standard caching practices of web browsers. No parties/individuals visiting or viewing this image may otherwise copy\, modify\, publish\, transmit\, or distribute the contents of the photograph found herein.\n\nOn Easter Sunday 1924\, the liturgical life of the National Shrine began with the celebration of the first Mass in the Crypt Church. Three months later\, in June 1924\, the first ordinations were conferred at the National Shrine. Since that date\, more than 800\,000 Masses have been celebrated along with nearly seven thousand ordinations. \nAs part of our continuing celebration of One Hundred Years of Worship at the National Shrine\, on Thursday\, August 22\, 2024\, the Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary\, His Eminence\, Wilton Cardinal Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington and Chair of the National Shrine Board of Trustees\, will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving\, at 5:15 p.m. in the Crypt Church. On this Marian feast day\, at this noble shrine\, in honor of our national patroness\, all priests who received orders (tonsure to priesthood and bishop) at the National Shrine and all those who wish to celebrate their priestly ministry as part of this holy centenary are invited to concelebrate.  \nNote: This Mass will be livestreamed on nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/ordination-centenary-celebration/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T180000
DTSTAMP:20240814T193723Z
CREATED:20240731T192127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T193723Z
UID:85131-1724176800-1724176800@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Talk: Eucharist - Feeding the World
DESCRIPTION:Easter Sunday 2024 marked the centennial anniversary of the celebration of the first Public Mass held inside the National Shrine. The celebration of the inauguration of the liturgical life of this grand and noble votive church in honor of Mary\, the Immaculate Conception\, will be celebrated throughout 2024 and 2025. \nWe invite you to join us in the Crypt Church for the next Heritage Talk on Tuesday\, August 20\, 2024\, following the 5:15 p.m. Mass. Msgr. Robert J. Vitillo\, Secretary General of the International Catholic Migration Commission\, will offer a presentation entitled “Eucharist: Feeding the World.”
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/heritage-talk-eucharist-feeding-the-world/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T171500
DTSTAMP:20241217T184538Z
CREATED:20240208T185145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184538Z
UID:79272-1711041300-1711041300@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: Carved from the Heart of Jesus: The Practice of Adoration and the Practice of Charity
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nDr. Susan Timoney\, S.T.D.\, the Associate Professor of Practice in Pastoral Studies\, Associate Dean for Graduate Ministerial Studies\, Director of the Certificate in Pastoral Ministry\, and Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at the School of Theology and Religious Studies at The Catholic University of America\, will offer a reflection on the Practice of Adoration and how it relates to the Practice of Charity. The talk will be given on Thursday\, March 21\, 2024\, immediately after the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. \nFollowing the presentations\, reflections will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s YouTube Channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-carved-from-the-heart-of-jesus/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T171500
DTSTAMP:20241217T184538Z
CREATED:20240208T184930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184538Z
UID:79269-1709658900-1709658900@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: What is the True Meaning of Sacrifice?
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nRev. Gladstone “Bud” Stevens\, P.S.S.\, the Rector of Theological College\, the National Seminary of The Catholic University of America\, will offer a reflection on what it truly means to Sacrifice. The talk will be given on Tuesday\, March 5\, 2024\, immediately after the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. \nFollowing the presentations\, reflections will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s YouTube Channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-what-is-the-true-meaning-of-sacrifice/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T171500
DTSTAMP:20241217T184538Z
CREATED:20240208T184609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184538Z
UID:79266-1709140500-1709140500@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: Faith and Family: Practicing Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nMrs. Suzanne Tanzi\, the Media and Promotions Manager of Theological College who has two children in Religious Life\, will offer a reflection on the importance of Gratitude in both the faith life and family life. The talk will be given on Wednesday\, February 28\, 2024\, immediately after the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. \nFollowing the presentations\, reflections will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s YouTube Channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-faith-and-family-practicing-gratitude/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T171500
DTSTAMP:20241217T184538Z
CREATED:20240208T183903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184538Z
UID:79261-1708449300-1708449300@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: Take up your Cross and Follow Me: St. Francis of Assisi and the Stations of the Cross
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. \nRev. Bro. Kevin Smith\, TOR\, a member of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular who is to be ordained a priest in 2024\, will offer our first reflection on the connection between the beloved St. Francis of Assisi and the Stations of the Cross. The talk will be given on Tuesday\, February 20\, 2024\, immediately after the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. \nFollowing the presentations\, reflections will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s YouTube Channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-take-up-your-cross-and-follow-me/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119
DTSTAMP:20241217T184601Z
CREATED:20231025T225005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184601Z
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SUMMARY:National Prayer Vigil for Life
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us both in person and virtually for the 2024 National Prayer Vigil for Life on January 18 – January 19. The Opening Mass will begin at 5:00 p.m. on January 18 in the Great Upper Church of the Basilica. The Most Reverend Michael Burbidge\, Bishop of Arlington and Chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Immediately following the Opening Mass\, the National Holy Hour for Life will be held through 8:00 p.m.\, after which holy hours will take place in dioceses across the country overnight. The National Prayer Vigil will conclude with the Closing Mass at 8:00 a.m. on January 19 in the Great Upper Church. \nBoth the Opening and Closing Mass will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass. \nThursday\, January 18\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n4:45 p.m.\nChaplet of Divine Mercy\n\n\n5:00 p.m.*\nOpening Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life\nMost Reverend Michael F. Burbidge\, Bishop of Arlington\nChairman\, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities\, Principal Celebrant & Homilist\n\n\n\nMembers of the Hierarchy and Priests who wish to concelebrate and Deacons who wish to attend are required to register ahead of time for the Opening Mass. \nOpening Mass Clergy Registration\n  \nSeminarians are also required to register ahead of time for the Opening Mass. \nOpening Mass Seminarian Registration\n  \nFriday\, January 19\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n8:00 a.m.*\nClosing Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life\nMost Reverend Earl K. Fernandes\, Bishop of Columbus\nPrincipal Celebrant & Homilist\n\n\n\nMembers of the Hierarchy and Priests who wish to concelebrate and Deacons who wish to attend are required to register ahead of time for the Closing Mass. \nClosing Mass Clergy Registration\n  \n*Livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2024-national-prayer-vigil-for-life/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTSTAMP:20241217T184601Z
CREATED:20231107T182508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184601Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Christmas Dinner
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. Meals will be available for pick-up or delivery only. To request a Christmas Day dinner\, please call 202-526-8300. All meal requests must be received by Friday\, December 15th. \nVolunteers are needed to fill many different positions. To register as a volunteer\, please click here. For more information\, please contact rsvp@bnsic.org or 202-526-8300. Thank you for your interest in helping\, and we look forward to welcoming you this Christmas. \n  \nRegister as a Volunteer
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2023-christmas-dinner/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T193000
DTSTAMP:20241217T184614Z
CREATED:20231102T231706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184614Z
UID:74689-1701459000-1701459000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:The Catholic University of America Annual Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by The Catholic University of America\, this event draws standing-room-only crowds and raises thousands of dollars each year for a designated charity. Join us in welcoming the Christmas season with this festive concert taking place on December 1\, 2023\, at 7:30 p.m. \nAll 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/cua-annual-christmas-concert-2023/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Music,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T160000
DTSTAMP:20241217T184636Z
CREATED:20230720T183200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184636Z
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SUMMARY:Knights Tower Tours
DESCRIPTION:On September 8\, 2023\, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Knights Tower Carillon. To mark this special occasion\, the Basilica will bring back the extraordinary opportunity to journey up into the Tower and view our nation’s capital from this spectacular vantage point. Visitors will ascend the Tower elevator to the observation level where they can take in spectacular views in all four directions. \nTour opportunities are available only on Friday\, September 8\, 2023. To take advantage of this unique experience\, we invite you to sign up for one of the available tour times. \nRegistration opens on August 7\, 2023. View the registration page.  \nThe Basilica offers ample free parking and is walking distance from the Brookland-CUA Metro Station on Metro’s Red Line. \nImportant Information:\nA maximum of four (4) tickets may be reserved per person. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time and check in at the registration area in the base of the Knights Tower\, near the Chapel of Our Lady of Pompei and the Oratory of Mary\, Queen of Ireland. If you arrive later than your scheduled tour time\, accommodation on a later tour is on a first come\, first served basis and cannot be guaranteed. \nVisitors must be able to climb 85 steps to reach the Tower Elevator\, please ensure you are in good physical condition before signing up for this opportunity. Children are permitted but parents should consider the stairs in their decision to bring younger children along. Strollers and wheelchairs are not permitted into the Tower and no storage is available at the Basilica.  \nUse of the Tower elevator is required to ascend to the observation level\, 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 sign up for a tour. \n\nFood and drink are not permitted. \nBags\, suitcases\, camera cases\, large purses or other bulky items are not permitted. \nPhotography is allowed but the use of tripods is not permitted. \nProhibited items cannot be stored\, please leave the items in your vehicle or leave them at home.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/knights-tower-tours/
LOCATION:Knights Tower
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T163000
DTSTAMP:20241217T184655Z
CREATED:20230713T193026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T184655Z
UID:71682-1690043400-1690043400@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:African National Eucharistic Congress Unity Mass
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend a special Unity Eucharistic Celebration hosted by the African National Eucharistic Congress on Saturday\, July 22\, 2023\, 4:30PM at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. \nCardinal Wilton Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington\, will be the Principal Celebrant and Homilist.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/african-national-eucharistic-congress-unity-mass/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230324
DTSTAMP:20241217T185057Z
CREATED:20230225T035743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185057Z
UID:66825-1679356800-1679615999@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Lenten Retreat – “Come to me\, all you who labor and are burdened\, and I will give you rest.”
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, this retreat has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you for other Lenten Devotions at the National Shrine: www.nationalshrine.org/lent. \nThe season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. During this Lenten season\, the Basilica will host two separate Lenten retreats. \nFather John Paul Mary Zeller\nFather John Paul Mary Zeller\, MFVA\, Employee Chaplain at the Eternal Word Television Network\, will offer a series of retreats on March 21\, March 22\, and March 23. The retreat will begin with 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church\, followed by a reflection. The retreat is open to the public and no tickets or reservations are required. \nFr. John Paul Mary Zeller\, MFVA is a member of the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word\, a religious community of men\, founded by the late Mother Mary Angelica\, PCPA. The MFVA’s were founded in 1987 by Mother Mary Angelica to preach and teach the Catholic Faith through the modern means of social communication\, television\, radio\, internet and printed word\, as well as leading retreats and attending to the spiritual and sacramental needs of the Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration. Fr. John Paul was ordained to the Sacred Priesthood of Jesus Christ by His Excellency Robert J. Baker on June 22\, 2013\, in the Cathedral of St. Paul in the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama. His current assignment is at the Eternal Word Television Network as the Employee Chaplain as well as Assistant Vocations Director. On Ash Wednesday\, February 10\, 2016\, Father John Paul Mary was commissioned by His Holiness Pope Francis\, a Missionary of Mercy during the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy. He received a special mandate to preach and to teach about the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation\, Forgiveness\, the Mercy of God and in Pope Francis own words— “the closeness of God.” Pope Francis reminded each of the Missionaries of Mercy that it is Christ who welcomes\, it is Christ who listens and it is Christ who forgives in the Confessional.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-retreat-2023/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T171500
DTSTAMP:20241217T185057Z
CREATED:20230225T033047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185057Z
UID:66817-1678382100-1678382100@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Retreat – Eucharistic Revival
DESCRIPTION:The season of Lent is a time to reflect on the solemnity of the Lord’s sacrifice and prepare our hearts for the celebration of Easter. During this Lenten season\, the Basilica will host two separate Lenten retreats. \nFather Craig Vasek\nFather Craig Vasek\, Specialist in the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat of Evangelization and Catechesis\, will offer the first retreat on March 9th. The retreat will begin with 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church\, followed by a reflection. The retreat is open to the public and no tickets or reservations are required. \nFather Craig Vasek (born 1983) was ordained in 2010 as a priest for the Diocese of Crookston. Having grown up on a small farm\, he entered seminary formation and graduated in 2006 from Cardinal Muench Seminary and North Dakota State University with a Bachelor degree in Philosophy and Humanities. He studied at the Pontifical North American College in Vatican City\, obtaining both a Baccalaureate (2009) and Licentiate (2011) in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas in Rome. Upon returning to the Diocese of Crookston\, and serving in multiple parishes\, Father also obtained a Masters in Psychology (2020) from the Institute for the Psychological Sciences of Divine Mercy University\, Arlington\, Virginia. Father Vasek spent the past four years serving at the University of Mary in Bismarck\, North Dakota as the Chaplain of Athletics and Program Director of the Institute for Virtue in Sport\, serving as a faculty member with a dual enrollment in the School of Behavior Sciences as well as the Catholic Studies Program within the School of Arts and Sciences. \nFather Vasek has worked extensively as a retreat director for the Missionaries of Charity of Saint Teresa of Calcutta in Europe\, Asia\, Africa\, and North America. He has produced works on the topics of Scripture and the Spiritual Life\, hosted an evangelism ministry through a blog and podcast called Evangelical Disciple\, and is a host for various shows on Real Presence Radio. \nMost recently\, Father Vasek has been appointed to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a Specialist for the National Eucharistic Revival\, serving on the Committee for Evangelization and Catechesis. He was also appointed as one of 50 National Eucharistic Preachers for the Revival.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-retreat-eucharistic-revival/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T170000
DTSTAMP:20241008T190240Z
CREATED:20221107T183520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T190240Z
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SUMMARY:2023 National Prayer Vigil for Life
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us both in person and virtually for the 2023 National Prayer Vigil for Life on January 19 – January 20. The Opening Mass will begin at 5:00 PM on January 19th in the Great Upper Church. The Most Reverend Michael Burbidge\, Bishop of Arlington and Chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities will be the main celebrant and homilist. Immediately following the Opening Mass\, the National Holy Hour for Life will be held through 8:00 PM\, after which holy hours will take place in dioceses across the country overnight. The National Prayer Vigil will conclude with the Closing Mass at 8:00 AM on January 20 in the Great Upper Church. \nThe celebrant and homilist will be The Most Reverend Joseph Coffey\, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services\, U.S.A. Both the Opening and Closing Mass will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass. To request vigil candles or donate to the National Shrine\, click here. \n\n*** Reservations and concelebration by (Arch)Bishops and Priests is required.*** \n\n2023 National Prayer Vigil for Life Schedule of Events\nAll of the below activities will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass and broadcast live on EWTN and other networks. \nOpening Mass – Thursday\, January 19\, 2023 \n5:00 PM – Opening Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life. National Holy Hour of Life immediately follows. \nOpening Mass Registration \nFor Clergy (Cardinal\, (Arch)Bishop\, Priest\, Deacon) registration\, please click here. \nFor Seminarian registration\, please click here. \nClosing Mass – Friday\, January 20\, 2023 \n8:00 AM – Closing Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life \nClosing Mass Registration \nFor Clergy (Cardinal\, (Arch)Bishop\, Priest\, Deacon) registration\, please click here.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2023-national-prayer-vigil-for-life/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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