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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260625
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SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist. \nTuesday\, June 23\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nVigil Mass – Crypt Church\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 24\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-nativity-of-saint-john-the-baptist-2026/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T171500
DTSTAMP:20260413T183347Z
CREATED:20260411T015631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T183347Z
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SUMMARY:The Consecration of the USA to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:In November 2025\, at the Plenary Assembly of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)\, the U.S. bishops voted to consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June 2026. This consecration will occur as part of the national celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. \nAs the patronal church of the United States\, located prominently in our nation’s capital\, the National Shrine stands at the center of this consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. \nAt the Basilica’s 5:15 p.m. Mass\, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA\, will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. \nFriday\, June 12\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.*\nMass for the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus – Crypt Church\nMost Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA – Principal Celebrant & Homilist\n\n\n\n*Livestreamed at www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/the-consecration-of-the-usa-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260605T005657Z
CREATED:20260107T021122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T005657Z
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SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. At the 5:15 p.m. Mass\, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA\, will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. \nThursday\, June 11\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 12\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.*\nMass – Crypt Church\nMost Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA – Principal Celebrant & Homilist\n\n\n\n*Livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-most-sacred-heart-of-jesus-2026/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T121000
DTSTAMP:20260410T030319Z
CREATED:20260409T171007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T030319Z
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SUMMARY:Prayer Vigil for Peace
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for a Prayer Vigil for Peace on Saturday\, April 11\, at 12:10 p.m. in the Crypt Church. \nIn his Urbi et Orbi address on Easter Sunday\, our Holy Father\, Pope Leo XIV remarked: “I invite everyone to join me in a prayer vigil for peace that we will celebrate here in Saint Peter’s Basilica next Saturday\, April 11.” \nIn response to the Holy Father’s initiative\, the Basilica’s Mass and Prayer Vigil at 12:10 p.m. will coincide with the Pope’s own vigil at 6:00 p.m. (Rome time). \nHis Eminence\, Christophe Cardinal Pierre\, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist of this Mass. \nThis Mass will be livestreamed at www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/prayer-vigil-for-peace/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T171500
DTSTAMP:20260211T203704Z
CREATED:20260206T054720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203704Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: Living With the End in Mind - Pt. III
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. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our annual Lenten Reflection Series. \nThe next talk in this series will be entitled: Living With the End in Mind\, Part III. On March 25\, Cheryl Guidry Tyiska\, Manager of Outreach and Education for Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Washington will offer a presentation. \nWhy should the Catholic Church’s position on death and dying make us hopeful? In this pilgrim journey of life\, our focus is not only on how to live this earthly life\, but on how to attain eternal life in heaven. Offering both practical advice and theological insights into the end of life\, this talk seeks to educate the faithful on how we as Catholics are blessed to have the Church’s teaching on death and dying. \nNote: This talk will be recorded and made available on our YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-living-with-the-end-in-mind-pt-iii/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTSTAMP:20260108T223902Z
CREATED:20260107T020449Z
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SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of The Annunciation of the Lord. The celebration of Mass will take place at the following times: \nTuesday\, March 24\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nVigil Mass – Blessed Sacrament Chapel\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 25\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-annunciation-of-the-lord-2026/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTSTAMP:20260108T223826Z
CREATED:20260107T020006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T223826Z
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SUMMARY:Solemnity of Saint Joseph\, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Joseph\, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The celebration of Mass will take place at the following times: \nWednesday\, March 18\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nVigil Mass – Crypt Church\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 19\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-saint-joseph-spouse-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary-2026/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T171500
DTSTAMP:20260211T203659Z
CREATED:20260206T044329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203659Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: Living With the End in Mind - Pt. II
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. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our annual Lenten Reflection Series. \nThe next talk in this series will be entitled: Living With the End in Mind\, Part II. On March 18\, Cheryl Guidry Tyiska\, Manager of Outreach and Education for Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Washington will offer a presentation. \nWhy should the Catholic Church’s position on death and dying make us hopeful? In this pilgrim journey of life\, our focus is not only on how to live this earthly life\, but on how to attain eternal life in heaven. Offering both practical advice and theological insights into the end of life\, this talk seeks to educate the faithful on how we as Catholics are blessed to have the Church’s teaching on death and dying. \nNote: This talk will be recorded and made available on our YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-living-with-the-end-in-mind-pt-ii/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T171500
DTSTAMP:20260211T203654Z
CREATED:20260206T235315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203654Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: Living With the End in Mind - Pt. I
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. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our annual Lenten Reflection Series. \nIn part one of our Lenten Reflection Series\, Living with the End in Mind\, Father Ismael Ayala invites us to reflect on how we live when we assume there will always be more time. Drawing from his pastoral experience\, Father Ayala explores how the season of Lent reorients our priorities toward what truly matters: love\, reconciliation\, prayer\, and a deeper relationship with God. This reflection offers a quiet\, hopeful invitation to live more intentionally as we journey toward Easter. \nAbout the Speaker\nFather Ismael Ayala is a Catholic Priest of the Archdiocese of Washington and serves as Director of Liturgy at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Before entering seminary\, he studied death and dying with the intention of working in grief counseling\, a background that continues to inform his pastoral approach to accompaniment\, loss\, and hope. \nOrdained to the priesthood after discerning God’s call to ministerial service\, Father Mel brings together pastoral sensitivity\, theological depth\, and a deep love for the Church’s liturgical life. His ministry is shaped by a desire to help people encounter God through prayer\, reflection\, and the rhythms of the liturgical year. \nNote: This talk will be recorded and made available on our YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-living-with-the-end-in-mind-pt-i/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T171500
DTSTAMP:20260211T203541Z
CREATED:20260206T042110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203541Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Reflection: The Dead Sea Scrolls and Their Enduring Legacy
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. We invite you to join the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for our annual Lenten Reflection Series. \nThe first talk in this series will be on Thursday\, February 26\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church. In this first reflection\, Dr. Robert “Bobby” Duke\, Chief Curatorial Officer at the Museum of the Bible\, will present a talk entitled: The Dead Sea Scrolls and Their Enduring Legacy. \nImagine holding a fragment of history that once echoed in the hills of Qumran two thousand years ago. That’s the world Dr. Duke will draw us into as he unpacks the Dead Sea Scrolls – texts that capture the prayers\, struggles\, and hopes of a community living at the time of Jesus. Drawing from years of research\, he reveals how these writings trace the transmission of Scripture\, illuminate the everyday faith of ancient Jews\, and connect us to the very roots of Christian and Jewish traditions. Dr. Duke’s engaging presentation invites us to view the Dead Sea Scrolls not merely as ancient artifacts\, but as living documents that have shaped and inspired faith communities for centuries. \nNote: This talk will be recorded and made available on our YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lenten-reflection-the-dead-sea-scrolls-and-their-enduring-legacy/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTSTAMP:20260202T190152Z
CREATED:20260122T191548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T190152Z
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SUMMARY:Our Lady of Suyapa Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join the Honduran community for their pilgrimage to the National Shrine in honor of Our Lady of Suyapa. A procession will begin outside the Basilica at 4:30 p.m. and the Pilgrimage Mass will be celebrated in the Crypt Church at 5:00 p.m. His Eminence Óscar Andrés Cardinal Rodríguez Maradiaga\, S.D.B.\, Archbishop Emeritus of Tegucigalpa\, Honduras\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/our-lady-of-suyapa-pilgrimage/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Pilgrimage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T070000
DTSTAMP:20250724T171743Z
CREATED:20250723T003644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T171743Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Rorate Mass
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 19\, 2025\, at 7:00 a.m. in the Crypt Church\, please join the Basilica for the celebration of an ancient Advent tradition\, the Rorate Mass. Monsignor Walter R. Rossi\, Rector of the Basilica\, will be the celebrant and homilist. \nThe Rorate Mass\, a votive Mass held in honor of the Blessed Mother during Advent\, is an ancient and venerable tradition. It takes its name from the incipit (or beginning) phrase of the Introit: “Rorate Caeli de super\,” (Let the heavens rain it down). \nTraditionally\, in monasteries and convents\, the first Mass of the day is celebrated after Lauds. The Rorate Mass was granted permission centuries ago\, to be celebrated before Lauds; before the dawn. People were originally drawn to the Mass\, not because of the candlelight\, but because as the liturgy progressed\, light from the rising sun filtered into the Churches\, reminding the faithful of the coming of the Eternal Light. \nAs the Church concludes the 2025 Jubilee Year and nears the end of the Advent season\, we reflect upon the theme of hope. This Jubilee of Hope affirms St. Paul’s message to the Romans that “Hope does not disappoint” and the season of Advent similarly highlights the hope that comes from the birth of Christ. \nThis Advent tradition is a visible example of the line from Eucharistic Prayer III\, “So that from the rising of the sun to its setting a pure sacrifice may be offered to your name.” The rising sun also gives expression to the hymn: “Mary\, the Dawn; Christ\, the Perfect Day.” \nAll are invited to attend this Mass\, and to bring candles to light the Crypt Church. \nFor those who cannot attend in person\, the Mass will be livestreamed at www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/advent-rorate-mass-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T171500
DTSTAMP:20251024T193624Z
CREATED:20251024T184031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T193624Z
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SUMMARY:Lessons on Prayer from St. Thérèse of Lisieux
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for the historic visit of the relics of St. Thérèse of Lisieux to the Basilica on November 20\, 21\, and 22\, we invite you to learn more about this great saint and her enduring legacy by attending a talk entitled: “Lessons on Prayer from St. Thérèse of Lisieux.” \nAnne-Elisabeth Giuliani will offer this reflection on Thursday\, November 13\, immediately following the 5:15 p.m. Mass in the Crypt Church of the Basilica. It is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/lessons-on-prayer-from-st-therese-of-lisieux/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T180000
DTSTAMP:20251030T212517Z
CREATED:20250714T231814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T212517Z
UID:99726-1762106400-1762106400@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Concert: In the Company of Angels - Choral Meditations on All Souls
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of All Souls’ Day\, the Basilica invites you to join us for a choral concert on Sunday\, November 2\, at 6:00 p.m. in the Crypt Church. Under the direction of the Basilica’s Director of Music\, Peter Latona\, D.M.A.\, the Choir of the Basilica presents In the Company of Angels: Choral Meditations on All Souls. The concert is free and open to the public. Seating will be on a first-come\, first-served basis with no ticketing\, advanced registration\, or reservations. All are welcome to attend this beautiful night of choral music and meditation on All Souls. \nThe concert will also be livestreamed on www.nationalshrine.org/mass. \nProgram:\n\nOne Thing I Ask of the Lord – Peter Latona (b. 1968) \nSalvator mundi – Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525–1594) \nDuo Seraphim – Jacob Handl (1550–1591) \nSanctus from Messe à trois voix – André Caplet (1878–1925) \nFür Jan van Eyck – Arvo Pärt (b. 1935) \n*** \nSicut cervus – Ziprianus (fl. 1560) \nO quam amabilis – G.P. da Palestrina \nChrist Hath a Garden – Gabriel Rhys Simerson (b. 1998) \n*** \nA Child’s Prayer – James MacMillan (b. 1959) \nCrux fidelis – Jean Roger-Ducasse (1873–1954) \nEaster from Five Mystical Songs – Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872–1958) \n*** \nThey are at rest – Edward Elgar (1857–1934) \nPie Jesu from Requiem\, Op. 48 – Gabriel Fauré (1845–1924) \nIn Paradisum from Requiem\, Op. 48 – G. Fauré \nTe Deum from Collegium Regale – Herbert Howells (1892–1983)
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/choral-concert-for-the-commemoration-of-all-souls-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTSTAMP:20250909T172051Z
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SUMMARY:Conventual Franciscan Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, October 24\, 2025\, we welcome the Conventual Franciscans to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for their annual pilgrimage. \n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n11:00 a.m.\nArrival – Crypt Church\n\n\n11:30 a.m.\nWelcome – Great Upper Church\nMonsignor Vito A. Buonanno\, Director of Pilgrimages\nVery Rev. Michael Heine\, OFM Conv.\n\n\n11:45 a.m.\nSeated Overview Tour – Great Upper Church\n\n\n1:30 p.m.\nConference – Crypt Church\nPresenter: Rev. Timothy Geiger\, OFM Conv.\n\n\n2:30 p.m.\nRosary – Crypt Church\n\n\n3:00 p.m.\nPrivate Prayer – Crypt Church\n\n\n3:30 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\nVery Rev. Michael Heine\, OFM Conv.\, Celebrant\nVery Rev. Brad Milunski\, OFM Conv.\, Homilist\n\n\n4:30 p.m.\nDeparture
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/conventual-franciscan-pilgrimage-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Pilgrimage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T110000
DTSTAMP:20250910T164226Z
CREATED:20241022T054607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T164226Z
UID:88533-1757847600-1757847600@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Croatian Catholic Community Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 14\, 2025\, the Croatian Catholic Community will celebrate their annual Pilgrimage Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. \n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n9:30 a.m.\nConfessions – Our Lady of Mariazell Chapel\n\n\n11:00 a.m.\nPilgrimage Mass – Crypt Church\nMonsignor Veceslav Tumir\, First Counselor of the Apostolic Nunciature\nCelebrant & Homilist\n\n\n12:00 p.m.\nDevotions – Our Lady of Bistrica Chapel
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/croatian-catholic-community-pilgrimage-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Pilgrimage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T183000
DTSTAMP:20250516T050729Z
CREATED:20250514T182159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T050729Z
UID:97693-1757010600-1757010600@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent Capodanno
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, September 4\, 2025\, at 6:30 p.m. for the Annual Memorial Mass for Father Vincent Capodanno (Servant of God). His Excellency\, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio\, Archbishop for the Military Services\, USA\, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. \nThis annual Mass is celebrated for the repose of Father Vincent R. Capodanno\, MM\, a Catholic Military Chaplain and U.S. Navy Lieutenant who was killed in Vietnam on September 4\, 1967\, as he gave physical and spiritual assistance to wounded and dying Marines of the 1st Marine Division during battle with the North Vietnamese Army.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/annual-memorial-mass-for-father-vincent-capodanno-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20250516T050748Z
CREATED:20250514T185112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T050748Z
UID:97701-1750982400-1751068799@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. \nThursday\, June 26\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Blessed Sacrament Chapel\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 27\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Blessed Sacrament Chapel
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-most-sacred-heart-of-jesus-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250625
DTSTAMP:20250516T050757Z
CREATED:20250514T190401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T050757Z
UID:97707-1750723200-1750809599@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist. \nMonday\, June 23\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nVigil Mass – Crypt Church\n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 24\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and Additional Information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-nativity-of-saint-john-the-baptist-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTSTAMP:20250605T061826Z
CREATED:20250515T211947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T061826Z
UID:97736-1749945600-1750031999@www.nationalshrine.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T180000
DTSTAMP:20250403T011825Z
CREATED:20250402T204934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T011825Z
UID:94649-1744959600-1744999200@www.nationalshrine.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T171500
DTSTAMP:20250226T224546Z
CREATED:20250214T233325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T224546Z
UID:92974-1744305300-1744305300@www.nationalshrine.org
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
UID:92968-1743527700-1743527700@www.nationalshrine.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250326
DTSTAMP:20250319T202835Z
CREATED:20241018T215808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T202835Z
UID:88328-1742860800-1742947199@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of The Annunciation of the Lord. The celebration of Mass will take place at the following times: \nMonday\, March 24\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nVigil Mass – Crypt Church\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 25\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nCrypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nCrypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nCrypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nCrypt Church\n\n\n\nConfessions will be heard at the regularly scheduled hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12 Noon\, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-the-annunciation-of-the-lord-2025/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T171500
DTSTAMP:20250306T173435Z
CREATED:20240418T034445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T173435Z
UID:81988-1742490900-1742490900@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Talk: Eucharist and the Missionary Cenacle
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. \nFather Gary Banks\, S.T.\, Archivist of the Missionaries of the Holy Trinity\, will offer a talk entitled “Eucharist and the Missionary Cenacle.” We invite you to join us in the Crypt Church following the 5:15 p.m. Mass on Thursday\, March 20\, 2025. \nFollowing the event\, the presentation will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s Website and YouTube Channel. \n\nMore About the Speaker:\nReverend Gary Banks is a Missionary Servant of the Most Holy Trinity (ST). He was born in New York City and received his seminary training in Washington\, D.C. After ordination\, Father Gary served a rural route in the priestess South\, in middle Georgia. He was then assigned to missionary work in Puerto Rico and Mexico. Upon his return to the United States\, Father Gary became pastor of an inner-city parish in Los Angeles and associate professor in the Los Angeles and Tijuana Seminaries\, where he helped found the Catechetical Pastoral School for Spanish speakers. His last missionary tour found him back in the rural south\, serving the immigrant communities. \nIn addition to his seminary studies\, Reverend Banks holds a degree from the Pontifical Biblical Institute\, with studies at Sankt Georgen Hochschule\, Frankfurt\, Germany\, l’Institute Catholique of Paris\, the Hebrew University of Mount Scopus\, Israel\, and l’École Biblique of Jerusalem. Father Gary currently serves as an archivist for his congregation and as a researcher for Dr. William L. Portier\, the well-known Catholic historian. You can view the 4th talk of this series\, “Eucharist and Dorothy Day\,” delivered by Dr. Portier on July 20\, 2024\, on our blog. \nMore About the Talk:\nThis presentation\, the twelfth in our Heritage Series\, celebrating the “100 Years of Worship” at the National Shrine\, tells of an American religious movement that converged with the vision and theology of Bishop Shahan and his construction of this National Shrine. \nFather Thomas A. Judge\, CM\, was the founder of a lay apostolic movement that generated two North American religious congregations: the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity for women (1918) and the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity for men (1921). Interestingly\, on September 23\, 1920\, Father Judge came to visit the sisters and ended up at the Foundation Stone Ceremony of the National Shrine. Closely following the teachings of Pope Pius X on Eucharist and Holy Communion\, Father Judge saw the Eucharist as true energizing food\, “the greater eating of His Body\, the greater drinking of His Blood\, so that we never tire of doing good for others.” \nIn 1926\, Father Judge moved his major seminary to Catholic University where it was both the admiration and the scandal of the seminary world – a supposed “religious” house with no priest in charge\, and hearty brothers and sisters\, accompanied by their chickens and roosters! Without a chaplain\, the men and women lived their Eucharistic life between the Crypt Church and the university. Their apostolic spirit readily united them with persons such as Dorothy Day\, co-founder of the Catholic Worker movement\, Monsignor Paul Hanley Furfey\, “the unofficial systematic theologian of the Catholic Worker movement\,” Professor Mary Elizabeth Walsh\, who began her career as a research assistant to Furfey\, and many other leaders of the Catholic Social movement of the 1920s and 1930s.  Most of the priests of this early religious congregation received both minor and major orders in the Crypt Church of the National Shrine. James J. Norris\, the personal secretary to Father Judge during those nascent years\, had his roots in the Cenacle movement. He became an international Catholic lay leader and a member of the Board of Trustees of the National Shrine. \nFather Thomas A. Judge\, CM is remembered in a stained-glass window in the Upper Sacristy\, honoring his contribution to the growth and spread of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/heritage-talk-eucharist-and-the-missionary-cenacle/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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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;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTSTAMP:20250218T024223Z
CREATED:20250217T224004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T024223Z
UID:93050-1742342400-1742428799@www.nationalshrine.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of Saint Joseph\, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
DESCRIPTION:Join the Basilica as we celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Joseph\, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The celebration of Mass will take place at the following times: \nTuesday\, March 18\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nVigil Mass – Crypt Church\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 19\n\n\n\nTime:\nLocation and additional information:\n\n\n7:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n8:00 a.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n12:10 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church\n\n\n5:15 p.m.\nMass – Crypt Church
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/solemnity-of-saint-joseph-spouse-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T171500
DTSTAMP:20250226T224529Z
CREATED:20250214T231030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T224529Z
UID:92955-1741799700-1741799700@www.nationalshrine.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T171500
DTSTAMP:20250214T020324Z
CREATED:20240418T032239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T020324Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Talk: Eucharist and Pilgrimage: The Great Intercessory Prayer
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. \nJoin us in the Crypt Church for the 5:15 p.m. Mass on Thursday\, February 20\, 2025\, as Reverend Monsignor Vito A. Buonanno\, Director of Pilgrimages at the National Shrine\, gives a homily titled: “Eucharist and Pilgrimage: the Great Intercessory Prayer” as part of our Heritage Talk Series.  \nFollowing the event\, the presentation will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s Website and YouTube Channel. \nMore about the speaker:\nA native of New York\, Vito Anthony Buonanno was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Brooklyn in 1981. During his years in Brooklyn\, Monsignor Buonanno’s ministry was that of associate pastor and pastor; a member of the Diocesan Art and Architecture Committee; Interim Director of Liturgy (2005-07) and Associate Director of Liturgy (2007-09). Monsignor Buonanno also helped the Diocese of Brooklyn in planning\, coordinating\, and assisting at several diocesan pilgrimages to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. \nMonsignor Buonanno was appointed Director of Pilgrimages at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception\, Washington\, DC\, in 2009. In 2012\, Pope Benedict XVI named him a Chaplain to His Holiness with the title “Reverend Monsignor.” For the last sixteen years\, Monsignor Buonanno has guided and facilitated pilgrimages to the National Shrine from dioceses across the United States\, religious communities\, Catholic organizations\, and schools. \nMore about the session:\nThe focus of any pilgrimage is prayer\, specifically the celebration of Eucharist. The oldest pilgrimages\, second only to those to the Holy Land to walk the paths of Jesus\, are the Marian pilgrimages. The faithful journeyed to the place of miraculous images and apparitions to offer prayers of intercession\, thanksgiving\, and devotion. \nLittle has changed over the centuries. What is different\, unique\, about pilgrimages to the National Shrine\, is that the pilgrim is offered the opportunity to pray at “pilgrimage sites” from around the world in one location: a world of Marian devotion under one roof. \nThe chapels and oratories of the National Shrine are filial in that each relates to the mother shrine in the country of its origin. Each chapel or oratory is adorned with either a certified exact copy\, or an heirloom replica\, or an original work of art depicting the Blessed Mother. When crossing the threshold into one of the chapels or oratories\, the pilgrim enters not only a new space but also a different ethos by virtue of culture\, ethnicity\, and spirituality. The journey into each chapel or oratory is a pilgrimage unto itself\, a pilgrimage within a pilgrimage. Whether a pilgrim to Jerusalem or a pilgrim to Mary’s Shrine in Washington\, D.C.\, each discovers the same basic truth: being a Christian is a pilgrimage and Eucharist is our prayer.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/heritage-talk-eucharist-and-pilgrimage-the-great-intercessory-prayer/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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SUMMARY:Heritage Talk: Eucharist: Comfort of Martyrs
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. \nJudith Kelly\, a longtime social justice activist in the Washington\, D.C. area\, will offer a talk inspired by Blessed Jerzy Popiełuszko\, the Martyr of Solidarity\, entitled “Eucharist: Comfort of Martyrs.” We invite you to join us in the Crypt Church following the 5:15 p.m. Mass on Monday January 20\, 2025. \nFollowing the event\, the presentation will be made available for viewing on the National Shrine’s Website and YouTube Channel. \nMore about the speaker and session:\nA longtime member of Pax Christi USA\, Judith Kelly is originally from the D.C. Metro area and has traveled to conflict zones on human rights delegations since the early 1990s. She was honored with the Pax Christi Metro DC-Baltimore “Peacemaker of the Year” award in 2014\, and is the author of the best-selling biography\, Just Call Me Jerzy (available in the National Shrine bookstore)\, which chronicles the witness of Solidarity Chaplain Fr. Jerzy Popiełuszko\, the martyr of the Solidarity movement. In her research into the life of Fr. Jerzy\, Judith learned that the young priest had twice visited the National Shrine and celebrated Mass in the chapel of Our Lady of Good Counsel. \nBorn in 1947\, Fr. Jerzy was ordained in 1972 by (Bl.) Stefan Cardinal Wyszyński\, Archbishop of Warsaw. Fr. Jerzy was a simple\, shy\, devout priest. In August 1980\, the Gdansk ship workers went on strike and then the Warsaw steelworkers. The workers requested a priest to offer Mass: the chancery sent Fr. Jerzy. His life would never be the same – and neither would the Solidarity movement. The steel workers captured the heart of Fr. Jerzy\, and he became their pastor\, standing in “living solidarity” with the movement. \nIn December 1981\, the Polish Communist government declared martial law and Solidarity was banned. A few months later\, Fr. Jerzy offered a “Mass for the Nation\,” which was attended to over-flowing. Fr. Jerzey was now the spiritual inspiration of the movement. Every month thereafter\, a Mass for the Nation was offered\, and his sermons were broadcast not only in Poland\, but throughout Europe. The regime took notice\, and efforts to silence him began in earnest. On October 19\, 1984\, while returning from an evening Mass at a remote church\, security officers stopped Fr. Jerzy and his driver. Eleven days later\, his tortured body was found. He was 37 years old. The driver had escaped and lived to tell of the events. \nFr. Jerzy Popieluszko was declared a martyr by the Roman Catholic Church and beatified on June 6\, 2010.
URL:https://www.nationalshrine.org/event/heritage-talk-eucharist-comfort-of-martyrs/
LOCATION:Crypt Church
CATEGORIES:All Events,Liturgy
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