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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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CREATED:20240208T184930Z
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
UID:63856-1674147600-1674147600@www.nationalshrine.org
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221226
DTSTAMP:20241008T190546Z
CREATED:20221103T164212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T190546Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Christmas Dinner 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. 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 16th. \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.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2022-christmas-dinner-registration/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T110000
DTSTAMP:20241008T190536Z
CREATED:20220822T182844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T190536Z
UID:61589-1664622000-1664622000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Dedication of “The Home Coming”
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Basilica as we dedicate the latest addition to the exterior artwork of the National Shrine\, The Home Coming. A sculpture in bronze by artist Timothy Schmalz and a gift of House the Homeless Inc. and the National Coalition for the Homeless\, The Home Coming depicts the warmth of Christian charity\, the friendship\, and the humanity that the homeless share. Cardinal Wilton Gregory\, Archbishop of Washington and Chairman of the National Shrine Board of Trustees will preside at the dedication.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/dedication-of-the-home-coming/
LOCATION:The Basilica
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220816
DTSTAMP:20241008T190142Z
CREATED:20220707T191050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T190142Z
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SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
DESCRIPTION:On August 15\, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Join us for Mass: \n7:00 a.m.          Mass in the Crypt Church \n8:00 a.m.          Mass in the Crypt Church \n12:10 p.m.        Solemn Mass on the Assumption of Mary \n                           Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA    \n                           Celebrant and Homilist \n                           Great Upper Church \n                           Livestreamed at nationalshrine.org/mass and Broadcast on EWTN \n5:15 p.m.          Mass in the Crypt Church
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-assumption-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary-2022/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T143000
DTSTAMP:20230222T000121Z
CREATED:20220630T200358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T000121Z
UID:60345-1658673000-1658673000@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Mass of Thanksgiving for the Independence of Peru (Misa de Acción de Gracias por la Independencia del Perú)
DESCRIPTION:The Consulate General of Peru along with the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception invites you to join in celebrating the Independence of Peru with a Mass of Thanksgiving on the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time\, celebrated by the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA. Mass will be celebrated in Spanish and livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass. \nEl Consulado General del Perú con la Basílica del Santuario Nacional de la Inmaculada Concepción le invitan a unirse a la celebración de la Independencia del Perú con una Misa de Acción de Gracias en el Décimo Séptimo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario\, celebrada por el Reverendísimo Timothy P. Broglio\, Arzobispo para los Servicios Militares\, EE.UU. La misa se celebrará en español y se transmitirá en vivo en www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/mass-of-thanksgiving-for-the-independence-of-peru-2022/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220523
DTSTAMP:20220511T011544Z
CREATED:20220506T165148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T011544Z
UID:59017-1653091200-1653263999@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Veneration of the Relics of St. Padre Pio
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday May 21st and Sunday May 22nd\, Relics of Saint Padre Pio will be available for veneration at the National Shrine. Through partnership with the Saint Pio Foundation and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington\, the first and second-class relics\, which include the crusts of Padre Pio’s wounds\, cotton gauze bearing his blood stains\, a lock of his hair\, his handkerchief soaked with his sweat only hours before he died\, and a piece of his mantle\, will be available for public veneration on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m. in the Great Upper Church\, followed by a Mass in honor of Padre Pio at 4:30 p.m. celebrated by His Eminence Wilton Cardinal Gregory. On Sunday the relics will be available for veneration from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \nDevotional Items from the National Shrine Shops
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/veneration-of-the-relics-of-st-padre-pio-2022/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Pilgrimage,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185130Z
CREATED:20220318T202538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185130Z
UID:57492-1648209600-1648209600@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, March 25\, 2022\, the Solemnity of the Annunciation\, His Eminence\, Cardinal Wilton Gregory\, the Archbishop of Washington and Chairman of the National Shrine Board of Trustees\, will celebrate a special Mass at 12:00 Noon in the Great Upper Church of the Basilica in response to the request of our Holy Father\, Pope Francis\, for the bishops of the world to join him in an Act of Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The Mass will be open to the public and livestreamed on the National Shrine’s website. We invite the faithful and all people of goodwill to join us for this special Mass and Consecration as we pray for peace in Ukraine and around the world. \nPriests are welcome to concelebrate this Mass provided they present a celebret or Letter of Suitability from their Ordinary or Religious Superior and bring their own alb. Registration is requested for concelebration. \n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nView Prayer of Consecration
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/consecration-of-russia-and-ukraine-to-the-immaculate-heart-of-mary/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T163000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185130Z
CREATED:20220121T192540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185130Z
UID:55919-1648142100-1648312200@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:24 Hours for the Lord: 40 Hours Devotion Opening Mass and Closing Mass 2022
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 24\, at 5:15 p.m. and conclude with a Closing Mass on Saturday\, March 26\, at 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/24-hours-for-the-lord-40-hours-devotion-opening-mass-and-closing-mass-2022/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220204
DTSTAMP:20241217T185131Z
CREATED:20220128T172303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185131Z
UID:56154-1643846400-1643932799@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:The Feast of Saint Blaise and Blessing of the Throats 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Basilica on Thursday\, February 3\, for the Feast of Saint Blaise. During all Masses\, the faithful will have the opportunity to participate in the time-honored tradition of the Blessing of the Throats. \nMass Schedule\nMorning: \n7:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. \nAfternoon: \n12:10 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/the-feast-of-saint-blaise-and-blessing-of-the-throats-2022/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T173000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185131Z
CREATED:20211117T140044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185131Z
UID:54015-1642699800-1642699800@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:2022 National Prayer Vigil for Life
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us both in person and virtually for the 2022 National Prayer Vigil for Life on January 20-January 21. The Opening Mass will begin at 5:30 PM on January 20th in the Great Upper Church. The Most Reverend William E. Lori\, Archbishop of Baltimore\, and Chairman\, Committee on Pro-Life Activities will be the main celebrant and homilist. The Closing Mass will begin at 8:00 AM on January 21\, the celebrant and homilist will be His Eminence Sean Cardinal O’Malley\, OFM CAP.\, Archbishop of Boston. Both the Opening and Closing Mass will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass. To request vigil candles or donate to National Shrine\, click here. \n\n*** Reservations and concelebration by (Arch)Bishops and Priests is required.  \nSeating for the laity is on a first-come\, first-serve basis. *** \n\n2022 National Prayer Vigil for Life Schedule of Events\nOpening Mass – Thursday\, January 20\, 2022 \n5:15 PM – Chaplet of Divine Mercy (livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass) \n5:30 PM – Opening Prayer Vigil for Life Mass (livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass) \n7:00 PM – Holy Hour for Life (livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass) \nOpening Mass Registration \nFor Clergy (Cardinal\, (Arch)Bishop\, Priest\, Deacon) registration\, please click here. \nFor Seminarian registration\, please click here. \nFor those who are planning to attend the Opening Prayer Vigil for Life\, please visit our Guidelines for Entry. \nClosing Mass – Friday\, January 21\, 2022 \n 8:00 AM – Closing Prayer Vigil for Life Mass (livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass) \nClosing Mass Registration \nFor Clergy (Cardinal\, (Arch)Bishop\, Priest\, Deacon) registration\, please click here.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2022-national-prayer-vigil-for-life/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220116T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220116T133000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185131Z
CREATED:20220111T220531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185131Z
UID:55670-1642339800-1642339800@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:National Rosary for Religious Freedom
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, January 16\, the United States will celebrate National Religious Freedom Day. Join us at 1:30 p.m. in turning to our Blessed Mother\, Mary\, who tenderly loves and protects her children\, in praying the Most Holy Rosary for religious freedom and ending acts of violence against Catholic institutions. This recitation of the Holy Rosary will be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/national-rosary-for-religious-freedom/
LOCATION:Great Upper Church
CATEGORIES:Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220101T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220101T140000
DTSTAMP:20241217T185131Z
CREATED:20211217T210531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185131Z
UID:55071-1641045600-1641045600@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 virtual community recital from the Knights Tower at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. \nFor more information about the National Bell Festival\, please visit www.bells.org
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/national-bell-festival-carillon-concert-2022/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Music,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211226
DTSTAMP:20241217T185223Z
CREATED:20211101T130049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T185223Z
UID:53707-1640390400-1640476799@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:2021 Christmas Dinner 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. Meals will be available for pick-up or delivery only. Due to COVID-19 restrictions\, in-house meals will not be served. To request a Christmas Day dinner\, please call 202-526-8313. All meal requests must be received by Friday\, December 17th. \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\n\n\n\nRegister as a Volunteer\n\n\nContact RSVP
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/2021-christmas-dinner-registration/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Music,Pilgrimage,Special
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