Who is the patron saint of Vienna?
When St. Clement Mary Hofbauer began his career, his dreams of the priesthood probably seemed impossible. The training was expensive, and he was the poor son of a butcher. Yet through the…
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The National Shrine Shops Spring 2025 Collection
Whether you’re looking for unique Catholic jewelry, Easter décor, or inspiring books of prayer, we have a variety of items available that are perfect for the season. Browse the National Shrine Shops Spring 2025 Collection today!
Quiz: Irish Saint Facts You Should Know
The Emerald Isle is teeming with a treasure-trove of saint stories that too often go untold: the stories of St. Brendan and St. Brigid, of St. Ciaran and St. Columban. As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, we invite you to test your knowledge about Irish saints – take the quiz below!
5 Quotes on Catholic Living from Pope Francis
From reminding us of the importance of prayer to demonstrating simple ways to love our neighbors, Pope Francis has blessed the faithful with fresh insight throughout his papacy. As we celebrate the anniversary of his election to the papacy on March 13…
5 Saints to Know This March
How much do you know about the lives of the saints celebrated during the month of March? From Saint Katharine Drexel and her heart for Native Americans, to Saint Louise de Marillac and her work with the underprivileged in Paris, these saints…
What couples of the Bible are portrayed in the Basilica?
Throughout the lives of the men and women of the Bible, one theme stands above all: God calls us to trust in His plans no matter the circumstance. Discover the stories of four couples of the Bible and where you can find them in the art of the Basilica.
5 Inspiring Devotionals for Lent
As we prepare our hearts to honor Christ’s death and resurrection, we invite you to discover five inspirational devotionals to read during Lent. Featuring reflections from Catholic leaders both old and new…
10 Fun Facts About Women of the Bible
In honor of International Women’s Day, we invite you to learn more about the women of the Bible and discover 10 fun facts about their lives in our latest post.
Why did Gideon put out a fleece?
The story of Gideon isn’t simply a story of faith and triumph; it’s a story of faith and doubts, rightful worship and improper worship, godly leadership and poor leadership. In this latest installment of the Biblical Figures…
Basilica to Celebrate Solemn Mass and Pray the Holy Rosary for Pope Francis
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will celebrate the Solemn Eucharist and pray the Holy Rosary for Pope Francis on Sunday, March 2 at 12:00 Noon ET.