The National Shrine Shops Summer 2023 Collection
The National Shrine Shops are back with an all-new collection for summer 2023.
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Who was the “Padre on Horseback?”
This week, we observe the 378th birthday of the Venerable Padre Eusebio Francisco Kino. An intrepid explorer, he not only…
3 Places to Find the Transfiguration Portrayed at the Basilica
On August 6, we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, honoring a significant event in Jesus’ life and ministry.
Back-to-School Inspiration for Catholics
As summer comes to a close, it can be easy to get swept away in the chaos of back-to-school preparations…
5 Saints to Know This August
From rhetorical giants like Augustine and Dominic, to prayer warriors like Monica and Clare, these saints each have something to teach us.
How to Navigate the Basilica’s Interactive Map
Did you know that our website hosts an Interactive Map of the National Shrine? A little-known feature, the Interactive Map…
Raising the Cup of Salvation: The Symbolism of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus
The Blessed Virgin Mary shared in the sufferings of her divine son Jesus in a unique way. Saint John recounts…
5 Things You Should Know About St. James the Apostle
Who is St. James? The Bible tells us that he was a fisherman-turned fisher of men – one of Jesus’…
Encouragement for Grandparents: Verses, Prayers, and Reflections
Meditate upon a collection of posts of encouragement for grandparents from the Basilica’s blog, with Scripture, prayers, and more.
5 Things You Didn’t Know About the Knights Tower Carillon
At 329 feet tall, the Knights Tower is one of the iconic visual hallmarks of the National Shrine. Not only…