Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Basilica of Saint Mary
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic Church established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Faith Matters is a bi-weekly Basilica of Saint Mary podcast that features conversations with Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, on topics of interest to Basilica parishioners and the Universal Church. Today's episode centers on the Eucharist, as Father Hathaway invites parishioners to participate in the parish's June 22nd Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession and points out why it's important to be reverent to the fact that Jesus is fully present -- Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Eucharist -- citing a recent TV show that mocked the Eucharist.
All are invited to take part in our traditional Corpus Christi procession following the 5 p.m. Mass on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Clergy and parishioners will participate in this prayerful, joyous witness to our core Catholic belief in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
After the Mass, we will process with the Blessed Sacrament, south along Royal Street, to the school gym at 400 Green Street, and back to the Basilica for Benediction. Following Benediction, there will be a reception in the courtyard at 314 Duke Street that will feature Perrier, Prosecco and popsicles.
Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, the last of this school year, Fr. Hathaway thanks all the school families for choosing the Basilica school, and he also thanked Mr. Loia and all the school staff and teachers for their dedicated work.
He also shared what his summer wishes are for all the students and their families. Have a blessed next several months!
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during Pentecost Sunday. It was given in the Basilica on June 8, 2025.
Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway reflects on Pentecost Sunday, which occurs this Sunday, June 8, especially as it relates to the power of the Holy Spirit to change lives.
He also congratulates all the 8th-graders set to graduate tomorrow from the Basilica School and invites all families to join the Hallow app, which is the number one prayer and meditation app in the country. Click here for more information and to learn how to join it.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Seventh Sunday of Easter, the Ascension of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on June 1, 2025.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues. For the month of June, Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, and Sister Maria Grace Dateno, FSP, share about a book called "God Made That! Catholic Nature Field Guide," by Kathleen Hoenke and Bill Jacobs, Catholic ecologists of the Saint Kateri Conservation Center.
This illustrated guide introduces children ages 9-11 to the science and wonder of the created world, plus topics in Catholic social teaching and environmental stewardship, through descriptions of the biomes and species of the United States and Canada, nature journal prompts, hands-on activities, saint profiles, prayers, and more.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway reflects on the Ascension of our Lord and what that means for us as Christians. He also invites all school families and parishioners to a 5K run-walk on Saturday morning, May 31st, called "Run with Haste." Click here for more details and to register.
In addition, he invites all school families and parishioners to a Basilica School pageant, which is part of the parish's 230th-year anniversary celebrations. It will occur on Tuesday, June 3rd, in the Basilica School gym at 6:30 p.m. Click here for more information.
Finally, he invites all to a free pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, MD, on Saturday, June 14, with him and two other priests, Father Dan Hanley and Msgr. Bob Rippy. Click here for more information and to register.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 25, 2025.
Today's episode features Dr. Nicolas McAfee, the Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow at the Center for Thomas More Studies who, in the fall, will join the faculty of Christendom College as Assistant Professor of Political Science and Economics, and Dr. Shaun Rieley, the Director of Educational Programs & Teaching Fellow at Hillsdale College’s Washington, DC, campus. The episode shares their May 20th, 2025, conversation in our Lyceum Auditorium on the following topic: “Prudence and Patriotism: St. Thomas More’s Dynamic Approach.”
Faith Matters is a new weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway reflects on recently celebrating 34 years as a priest. He also talks about the recent clergy assignments, which includes Fr. Joseph being assigned to St. Andrew's in Clifton, Virginia, and Transitional Deacon John Meyerhofer, who will be ordained on June 7, as the Basilica's next parochial vicar. Click here to learn more about these recent clergy assignments.
Faith Matters is a new bi-weekly Basilica of Saint Mary podcast that features conversations with Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, on topics of interest to Basilica parishioners and the Universal Church. Today's episode includes the recent priest convocation Father Hathaway and his brother priests attended. He also offers some reflections on Pope Leo XIV.
Faith Matters is a new weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway ties the virtue of the month at the school -- patience -- to the Blessed Mother, who was the epitome of patience during her life. May is referred to as the month of Mary, so it's a very appropriate topic.
Today's episode features David Bereit, an internationally acclaimed pro-life leader, strategic advisor, and passionate Catholic convert who is also the founder of 40 Days for Life. His Theology on Tap talk was called “Love, Life, and Liberation: Uncovering the Power and Purpose of Humanae Vitae.” It was recorded at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria, Virginia, on April 7, 2025.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 11, 2025.
Faith Matters is a new weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. Normally released via video, from now on Faith Matters will be recorded and released as a podcast. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway shares about the virtue of the month at the school: patience. He also mentions the role the Holy Spirit plays during the Conclave to select a new pope and also in our lives. Please note: when this was recorded, the new pope -- which we now know to be Pope Leo XVI -- had not been selected.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 4, 2025.
Transitional Deacon David Tines has been helping out at the Basilica since last August as part of his final year as a seminarian at Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland. His home diocese is the Diocese of Lincoln, Nebraska, where he will be ordained on May 24, 2025. His last weekend helping out at the parish was April 26-27, 2025. In this interview, he reflects on his time at the parish.
The guest in today's episode is Dr. Nicolas McAfee, the Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow at the Center for Thomas More Studies who, in the fall, will join the faculty of Christendom College as Assistant Professor of Political Science and Economics. He previews his May 20, 2025, conversation he will have with Dr. Shaun Rieley, the Director of Educational Programs & Teaching Fellow at Hillsdale College’s Washington, DC, campus, on the following topic: “Prudence and Patriotism: St. Thomas More’s Dynamic Approach.” Their conversation will occur on on May 20 at 7 p.m. in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke St. Please click here for more information.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues. For the month of May, Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, and Sister Kathryn James, FSP, share about a book called "Eucharistic Amazement: Experience the Wonder of the Mass," by Father Randy Stice, the director of the Office of Worship and Liturgy for the Diocese of Knoxville.
The book weaves together liturgy, catechesis, the Catholic mystical tradition, insights from the saints, and practical ways to grow in your Eucharistic faith and devotion. Reawaken to the power and wonder of the Mass with this journey through the treasures of the Church’s sacramental and liturgical tradition, featuring stunning insights on the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist from Saints Teresa of Ávila, Faustina Kowalska, and John Chrysostom. Profound yet accessible, Eucharistic Amazement speaks to your mind, will, and heart to help you live a more vibrant Eucharistic life.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Deacon Alex Solsma, a transitional deacon, shares a short reflection on Divine Mercy during Divine Mercy Sunday. It was recorded in the Basilica on April 27, 2025.
Deacon Aaron Zanca, a transitional deacon, shares a homily, his first, during the Second Sunday of Easter. It was recorded in the Basilica on April 27, 2025.
Deacon Alex Solsma, a transitional deacon, shares a homily, his first, during the Second Sunday of Easter. It was recorded in the Basilica on April 27, 2025.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 27, 2025.
After the 12:10 p.m. Mass on April 25, 2025, Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, led a recitation of the Glorious Mysteries of the Holy Rosary, with musical meditations, for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis.
Faith Matters is a new bi-weekly Basilica of Saint Mary podcast that features conversations with Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, on topics of interest to Basilica parishioners and the Universal Church. Today's episode centers on the recent death of Pope Francis and the upcoming ordinations to the transitional diaconate of two Basilica parishioners and seminarians, Alex Solsma and Aaron Zanca. This episode was recorded on April 24th, 2025.
Join us to pray a Choral Rosary for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis after the 12:10 p.m. Mass on Friday, April 25, 2025. Click here for more information: https://stmaryoldtown.org/popefrancis
Join us to celebrate Alex Solsma and Aaron Zanca becoming Transitional Deacons, as Alex will preach at the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, April 27, 2025, and Aaron will preach at the 1 p.m. Mass on that Sunday. Receptions for each will follow each of those Masses in our Lyceum Auditorium. Click here for more information: https://stmaryoldtown.org/alexaaron
Join us also on Divine Mercy Sunday for a Holy Hour at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, as Alex will preach a short reflection. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be recited. Aaron will also be assisting. Click here for more information: https://stmaryoldtown.org/divinemercysunday2025
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on April 20, 2025.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on April 13, 2025.
Deacon David Tines, a transitional deacon, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on April 6th, 2025.
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary for our Communal First Saturday for April. It was recorded on April 5, 2025.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading” continues. For the month of April, Sister Nancy Usselmann, FSP, shares about a book she wrote called "Media Fasting: Six Weeks to Re-Charge in Christ." Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, was also present during the episode to ask Sister Nancy questions.
Here are some things to consider: Do you ever feel sluggish, overwhelmed, or anxious after spending too much time in front of a screen? Does the constant pressure of staying digitally connected with people, ideas, and the latest trends leave you feeling disconnected—from yourself, from others, and from God?
Recharge your spiritual life, relationships, and sense of well-being with this wise and practical guide to living your faith in a media-saturated world from Sister Nancy, the National Director of Pauline Media Studies.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Christopher Goodwin, an assisting priest, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 16, 2025.
Aimee Redmann is a Basilica parishioner who is from Louisiana, where the Saint Joseph Altar is part of the Catholic culture there, especially in the New Orleans area. She shares about her devotion to Saint Joseph and talks about the history of the altar, which will be on display on Wednesday evening, March 19, in our Lyceum Auditorium.
As part of the Feast of Saint Joseph, Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, will offer a reflection on Saint Joseph at 7 p.m. on March 19 in the church. Afterward, at 7:30 p.m., all are invited to our auditorium, where the Saint Joseph Altar will be set up. There will be a blessing and then a social, as food and drinks will be served.
To learn more, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/josephaltar2025
To sign up to bring food donations, go here: https://bit.ly/3WVtRwH
To volunteer to help. go here: https://bit.ly/3Qh4u4K
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar , shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 30, 2025.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 23, 2025.
Father Jack Riley, the spiritual director of the diocesan retreat center, who will be leading our Lenten Parish Mission from March 10-13, shares a homily during the First Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 9, 2025.
To learn more about the parish mission, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/2025lentenmission
During a Theology on Tap talk on March 3, 2025, at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria, Virginia, Virginia Nyce, the Basilica's archival manager, shared about the history of Catholicism in Virginia. To learn more about the Basilica's history and its museum, click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on March 2, 2025.
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Third Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Nativity, for our Communal First Saturday for March. It was recorded on March 1, 2025.
Dr. James Bergida, a professor of political science and economics at Christendom College, previews the subject of his upcoming four-week Lenten series in our Lyceum Auditorium – an introduction to Catholic Social Teaching. The series will share about the Catholic Church's "best-kept secret”: its social doctrine.
Here are the dates of his talk:
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March 18: Social Creatures: Timeless Principles for an Everchanging World
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March 25: Family: The Basic Unit of Society
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April 1: Government: An Institution for the Common Good
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April 8: Living with Things: Material Goods, Work, and the Economy
For more information, click here.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading” continues. For the month of March, Sister Julia Darrenkamp, FSP, shares about a book called "The Holiness of Ordinary People" by Madeleine Delbrêl.
The book gathers together essays and notes written by Delbrêl, who was a French poet, social worker and lay missionary and has been declared Venerable by the Catholic Church, during her most active years, giving peerless insights into the distinctive lay vocation in the Church. All men and women—married and unmarried—must follow the Holy Spirit into all that is true in this world, from the small talk around the coffeepot to the great silence of the Holy Eucharist.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on February 23, 2025.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on February 16, 2025.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on February 9, 2025.
During a Theology on Tap talk on Feb. 3, 2025, at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria, Virginia, Michael Staron and his wife, Mariane, who is the director of the Basilica's Youth and Young Adult Apostolates, share their journey of navigating broken engagements and finding each other through faith, healing, and intentional discernment.
Their talk explored the challenges of modern dating, the importance of building relationships rooted in mutual respect and authentic love, and how trusting God’s timing leads to a deeper understanding of vocation and commitment. This podcast is perfect for anyone seeking guidance in relationships or discerning their path to marriage.
To find out more about them, click here.
The monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues with this month's guest: Sister Orianne Pietra Rene Dyck, FSP, who reflects about her book called "Dive Deep -- 40 Days with God at Sea."
The book introduces children, ages 9-12, to the epic story of salvation history -- from Creation, to Christ, to today -- through Bible stories that take place at sea and helps them experience the Word of God in a whole new way. It also teaches children how to pray with God's word and encounter God in His creation through 40 days of Scripture reflections; fun sea facts and trivia; profiles of saints; prayer and journaling prompts; and practical ways to live the faith in daily life.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on February 2, 2025.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, offers a reflection on the Second Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Visitation, for our Communal First Saturday for February. It was recorded on February 1, 2025.
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 26, 2025.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 19, 2025.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on January 12, 2025.
The monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues with two guests from the Daughters of Saint Paul: Sister Emily Beata Marsh and Sister Kathryn Hermes, who share from Pope Francis’ latest encyclical called “He Loved Us,” on the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 22, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 15, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 8, 2024.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the First Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 1, 2024.
My guest for the month of December in the monthly series called "What Are the Sisters Reading?" is from the Daughters of Saint Paul. Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, shares from an encyclical by Pope Benedict XVI called Spe Salvi (“Saved in Hope”). I also reflect about a book Called “Life of Christ” by Archbishop Fulton Sheen.
Here are the book recommendations by other sisters from the Daughters of Saint Paul:
Sister Julia: "The Reed of God" by Caryll Houselander
Sister Bethany: "Come, Lord Jesus: Meditations on the Art of Waiting" by Mother Mary Francis
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Feast of Christ the King. It was given in the Basilica on November 24, 2024
Father Andrew Fisher, the pastor at Saint Ambrose Parish in Annadale, Virginia, shares about the 16th-century Spanish Jesuit Martyrs of Virginia, an amazing story of faith, courage and sacrifice. Father Fisher is a member of the Historical Commission for the Martyrs of La Florida, which includes the Jesuit Martyrs of Virginia. The talk occurred on Nov. 19, 2024, in our Lyceum Auditorium.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 17, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 10, 2024
Marie Miller, a Catholic musical artist, previews her upcoming special evening in the Basilica church called “The Way of Love: An Advent Evening of Recollection for Women.” She talks about how this presentation was inspired by Saint Therese of Lisieux, also known as the Little Flower, and is themed on the life and teachings of Therese.
The evening will also include songs about the Eucharist and Our Lady; Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; the opportunity for confession; an inspirational reflection on Saint Therese by Father James Searby, a parochial vicar; and Little Flower-themed Adoration music by Marie.
All women are invited to attend this event on Thursday, December 5, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Basilica church, 310 S. Royal St.
To learn more about Marie, please click here.
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 3, 2024
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Fourth Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, for our Communal First Saturday for November. It was recorded on November 2, 2024.
The guest for the month of November for the monthly series "What Are the Sisters Reading?" is from the Daughters of Saint Paul.
Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP, shares about a book called “Forgiven: A Guide to Confession and the Examen Prayer.” She and Sister Orianne Pietra Rene Dyck, FSP, are the co-authors.
Discover (or rediscover!) the Sacrament of Confession as a healing and life-giving encounter with Jesus through this pocket-sized, practical guide. It includes a guide to help you prepare for Confession, practical tips for going to Confession, a step-by-step breakdown of what happens during the sacrament, popular questions and answers, and an introduction to the examen prayer to help you grow in virtue and recognize God at work in your life.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 27, 2024
Father Andrew Fisher, the pastor at Saint Ambrose Parish in Annadale, Virginia, previews his upcoming talk on the 16th-century Spanish Jesuit Martyrs of Virginia, an amazing story of faith, courage and sacrifice. Father Fisher is a member of the Historical Commission for the Martyrs of La Florida, which includes the Jesuit Martyrs of Virginia. The talk will occur on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street, at 7 p.m. All are invited.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica and the chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School, shares a homily during the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 20, 2024.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar, shares a homily during the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 13, 2024.
Fr. Jerome Magat, SThD -- a priest of the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia, currently serving as vice-rector, program director for the Master of Divinity program and professor of moral theology at St. Patrick Seminary and University in Menlo Park, CA -- shares a talk on his latest book, which is called “Honoring the Covenant: Daily Mass Gospel Meditations for Busy Married Couples." It was recorded on October 10, 2024, in our Lyceum Auditorium
You can purchase a copy of his book by clicking here.
Sister Deirdre Byrne, POSC, of the Little Workers of the Sacred Heart, shares a Theology on Tap talk called "The Love of the Most Blessed Sacrament.” It was recorded in Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria, Va, on Oct. 7th, 2024
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 6, 2024.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Third Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Descent of the Holy Spirit, for our Communal First Saturday for October. It was recorded on October 5, 2024.
Sister Donata Farbaniec, of the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy, shares Jesus' powerful message of Divine Mercy as given to Saint Faustina Kowalska. It was recorded in our Lyceum Auditorium on Oct. 1, 2024.
The guest for the month of October for the monthly series "What Are the Sisters Reading?" is from the Daughters of Saint Paul. Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, shares about a book called “I Believe in Love: A Personal Retreat Based on the Teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux."
The author, Father Jean D’elbee, echoes the doctrine of Saint Therese of Lisieux, whose feast day is on October 1st, in reminding readers how much God loves us and that we need to have complete trust and confidence in His Love and mercy.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father James Searby, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 29, 2024. Following his sermon, as part of Commitment Weekend, Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, inspires parishioners to donate to to fund the mission and programs of the parish during the 2024 Sunday Offertory Program, "Serving with the Heart of Christ."
Click here to learn more and to donate: https://stmaryoldtown.org/2024offertory
Father James Searby, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 29, 2024. Following his sermon, as part of Commitment Weekend, Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, inspires parishioners to donate to to fund the mission and programs of the parish during the 2024 Sunday Offertory Program, "Serving with the Heart of Christ."
Click here to learn more and to donate: https://stmaryoldtown.org/2024offertory
Deacon David Tines, a transitional deacon, shares a homily during the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on September 22, 2024.
Fr. Jerome Magat, SThD -- a priest of the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia, currently serving as vice-rector, program director for the Master of Divinity program and professor of moral theology at St. Patrick Seminary and University in Menlo Park, CA -- previews his October 10 talk in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street, which will start at 7 p.m. His talk will center on his recently published book, which is called “Honoring the Covenant: Daily Mass Gospel Meditations for Busy Married Couples." Click here for more information.
You can purchase a copy of his book by clicking here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 15, 2024.
Jim Towey, an author and lawyer, presents a talk about the book he wrote on Saint Teresa of Calcutta, most commonly known as Mother Teresa, which details the spiritual and life lessons he learned from her. It was recorded in our Lyceum Auditorium on September 10th, 2023.
Towey's book is called "To Love and Be Loved: A Personal Portrait of Mother Teresa." It is available by clicking here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 8, 2024.
Deacon David Tines, a transitional deacon, offers a reflection on the Second Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Ascension, for our Communal First Saturday for September. It was recorded on September 7, 2024.
My guests for the month of September are from the Daughters of Saint Paul. Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, shares about a book called “The Bishop of the Abandoned Tabernacle,” by Victoria Schneider. The book is about a bishop who later became a saint whose experience before a deserted tabernacle was to mark his whole life. From that moment on he dedicated himself to spreading devotion to the Eucharist.
Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, reflects about a second book, called “Worshipping a Hidden God: Unlocking the Secrets of the Interior Life,” by Archbishop Luis Martinez, who shows you how to enter into an intense, sustained communion with God. We hope that, by listening to this podcast, you will be inspired to read these books.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Peter Clem , a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 25, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 18, 2024.
Author and lawyer Jim Towey offers a preview of his Sept. 10, 2024, talk in our Lyceum Auditorium, which will focus on his recent book, “To Love and Be Loved: A Personal Portrait of Mother Teresa." The book details how he began volunteering at one of her soup kitchens and then ended up using his legal skills and political connections to help her order, the Missionaries of Charity.
In this episode, he shares about what Mother Teresa was like and how he affected his faith life.
The talk will begin at 7 p.m. in the Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street. To buy his book, click here.
Father James Searby, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a Theology on Tap talk called “I’m Freaking out: finding God through Anxiety.” He spoke at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria, Va, on Aug. 5, 2024.
If you would like a more comprehensive exploration of anxiety and a Catholic approach to mindfulness and healing, go to Fr. Searby's podcast, Holiness for the Working Day, and search for a multi-part series he did called "Mindfulness in an Anxious World" several years ago. He also recommends another course he taught on the podcast called "the Little Way" about St. Therese and her little way.
Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 4, 2024.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the First Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the resurrection, for our Communal First Saturday for August. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests reflects on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month.
In this month's episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?” Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called "Growing in Virtue, One Vice at a Time" by Sister Mary Lea Hill, FSP.
With her characteristic humor and authenticity, Sister Mary Lea—also known as the “Crabby Mystic”—takes readers on a fresh tour of the four cardinal virtues, seven Christian virtues, seven common vices or deadly sins, and the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love. By situating the virtues in relationship to vice, Sister Mary Lea supplies practical encouragement for the challenge of Christian living. If vice seems unavoidable, take heart: these short but powerful chapters are your antidote to spiritual discouragement and motivation to become more Christlike in your daily life.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica and the chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School, shares a homily during the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 28, 2024.
Father Chris Goodwin, a visiting priest, shared about dealing with mental health issues with faith during a recent talk in our Lyceum Auditorium. The talk was recorded on July 20, 2024, and was sponsored by the Saint Labre Community. Special thanks goes to the Knights of Columbus Council 459 for their generosity and contributions toward serving the lunch.
To learn more about the Saint Labre Community, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 21, 2024.
Matt Lozano, a Catholic author and speaker, talks about how holiness is not a hopeless struggle but an adventure of discovering who we are in Jesus.
Lozano is also the director of training for Unbound, a ministry of healing in which a trained prayer team prays with individuals to assist them in overcoming the spiritual obstacles they encounter in their path of Christian discipleship and helping them to take hold of greater freedom in Christ.
Click here to get a copy of Matt's book, called "Free to Be Holy: Discovering Who You Are in Christ."
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 14, 2024.
Father James Searby, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 7, 2024.
Teko Teko-Agbo, the Basilica's Summer Seminarian, offers a reflection on the Fifthy Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Crucifixion, for our Communal First Saturday for Ju;u. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests reflects on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month. This was recorded on July 6, 2024.
Four Basilica teenagers – Helen Gress, Anne Gress, Joe Rutherford and Joe Campione – talk about their recent experiences at WorkCamp, a week-long experience providing the teens of the diocese with an opportunity to encounter Christ through service, faith, and fellowship.
As an extra bonus, they even sing during the episode.
In this episode, for the series called “What Are the Sisters Reading” for the month of July, Sister Julia Darrenkamp, FSP, shares about a book called “Come to Me: Living the Nine First Fridays” by Sister Anne Flanagan, FSP.
In a private revelation, Jesus asked Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque to spread the practice of honoring his Sacred Heart by going to Mass and receiving Communion on nine consecutive First Fridays of the month. In her book, Sister Anne accompanies you through this nine-month journey, offering profound insights into the love of Christ and the depths of the relationship to which Jesus invites you. Each month includes a theme and reflection, a saintly witness, and a guided Holy Hour. Whether you are discovering devotion to the Sacred Heart for the first time or seeking to enrich it, this book can bring you closer to Christ’s Eucharistic Heart.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Matt Lozano is a Catholic author, speaker and one of the leaders of Unbound, a healing ministry. In this episode, he talks about his recent book -- "Free to Be Holy: Discovering Who You Are in Christ" -- to promote his July 16th talk, at 7 p.m., in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street, which will center on how holiness is not a hopeless struggle but an adventure of discovering who we are in Christ. Copies of his book will be on sale that evening. All are invited.
Learn more about Matt by clicking here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on June 9, 2024.
Carlos Briceño, the Basilica of Saint Mary's director of communications and evangelization, shares about his journey of surrendering to God's Will and Providence in the latest Theology on Tap talk, which was given on June 3, 2024, at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria. To learn more about Carlos' website, which is called "The Art of Surrender," click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, offers a reflection on the Fourth Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Carrying of the Cross, for our Communal First Saturday for June. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests reflects on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month.
Father Chris Goodwin, a visiting priest, shares a homily during the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi Sunday). It was given in the Basilica on June 2, 2024.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of June, Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, and Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, and your host, Carlos Briceño, share about a book called "Into Your Hands, Father: Abandoning Ourselves to the God Who Loves Us" by Father Wilfred Stinissen. The book focuses on how surrendering to God, abandoning ourselves to the One who loves us completely, is a central reality of the spiritual life.
To check out Carlos' website on "The Art of Surrender," please go to this site: https://artofsurrender.shorthandstories.com/
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Ian Masson, the director of the IPS Center of Psychological Services, a mental health facility that’s part of Divine Mercy University, shares a talk on learning the difference between healthy and unhealthy guilt through the lens of psychology and Catholic spirituality. The talk was hosted by the Basilica’s Saint Labre Community and recorded on May 21st, 2024. For more information on the Saint Labre Community, please click here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. It was given in the Basilica on May 26, 2024.
Father Dan Hanley, a visiting priest, shares a homily during Pentecost Sunday. It was given in the Basilica on May 19, 2024.
Father Chris Goodwin, a visiting priest, shares a homily during the Seventh Sunday of Easter, the Ascension of Our Lord. It was given in the Basilica on May 12, 2024.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Third Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Crowning with Thorns, for our May 4, 2024, Communal First Saturday. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests reflects on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month.
Father Irenaeus Dunlevy, a visiting Dominican priest, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 5, 2024.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of May, Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, shares about Pope Francis' 2018 apostolic exhortation on the call to holiness called "Rejoice and Be Glad."
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 28, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 21, 2024.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, a Professor of Historical & Systematic Theology in the School of Theology at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and the Resident Theologian of the Basilica's Institute for Faith and Public Culture, shares part two of his two-part series on "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?" It was recorded on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street.
In His Great Commission, Our Lord called His apostles “to make disciples of all nations.” The history of the Faith can be told as just that — the conversion of whole nations and cultures. So how should we understand the Catholic mission to America? What has been the dominant missiological strategy? Has it succeeded? Dr. Pecknold examines some historical problems with the Catholic mission to America and asks how our strategy might change to be more faithful to the Great Commission today.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, a Professor of Historical & Systematic Theology in the School of Theology at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and the Resident Theologian of the Basilica's Institute for Faith and Public Culture, shares part one of his lecture on "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?" It was recorded on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street.
Please come to part two of his talk on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
In His Great Commission, Our Lord called His apostles “to make disciples of all nations.” The history of the Faith can be told as just that — the conversion of whole nations and cultures. So how should we understand the Catholic mission to America? What has been the dominant missiological strategy? Has it succeeded? Dr. Pecknold examines some historical problems with the Catholic mission to America and asks how our strategy might change to be more faithful to the Great Commission today.
Father Jerome Magat, a visiting priest, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 7, 2024.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Scourging at the Pillar for our April 6, 2024, Communal First Saturday. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests reflects on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, a Professor of Historical & Systematic Theology in the School of Theology at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and the Resident Theologian of the Basilica's Institute for Faith and Public Culture, shares about his upcoming lectures on "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?" The talks will occur in two parts: on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. in the Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street. All are invited.
In His Great Commission, Our Lord called His apostles “to make disciples of all nations.” The history of the Faith can be told as just that — the conversion of whole nations and cultures. So how should we understand the Catholic mission to America? What has been the dominant missiological strategy? Has it succeeded? Dr. Pecknold examines some historical problems with the Catholic mission to America and asks how our strategy might change to be more faithful to the Great Commission today.
To learn more about the Institute, click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on March 31, 2024.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of April, Sister Julia Darrenkamp, FSP, shares about a book called "Martyred and Blessed Together: The Extraordinary Story of the Ulma Family" by Father Pawel Rytel-Andrianik and Manuela Tulli.
The book details the extraordinary story of the Ulma family. Józef and Wiktoria Ulma risked their lives to protect three Jewish families during the Holocaust. On the night of March 24, 1944, German Nazis raided their farmhouse and cruelly shot all of the Jews the Ulmas were hiding and every member of the Ulma family. In just minutes, seventeen people, including the Ulma's six young children and the child in Wiktoria's womb, were brutally executed.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on March 24, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 17, 2024.
Father Bill Casey, a Fathers of Mercy priest who is preaching during the parish mission this week, shared his fourth and final talk -- on our Blessed Mother -- in the Basilica on March 14.
To learn more about the mission, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/parishmission2024
Thank you to all who saw him in person or listened to him via podcasts.
Father Bill Casey, a Fathers of Mercy priest who is preaching during the parish mission this week, shared his third talk -- on the Holy Eucharist -- in the Basilica on March 13.
To learn more about the mission, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/parishmission2024
We look forward to seeing you on March 13 and 14 at the parish mission!
Father Bill Casey, a Fathers of Mercy priest who is preaching during the parish mission this week, shared his second talk -- on Divine Mercy -- in the Basilica on March 12.
To learn more about the mission, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/parishmission2024
We look forward to seeing you on March 13 and 14 at the parish mission!
Father Bill Casey, a Fathers of Mercy priest who will be preaching at the parish mission this week, shared his first talk -- on Christian persecution -- in the Basilica on March 11.
To learn more about the mission, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/parishmission2024
We look forward to seeing you from March 11-14 at the parish mission!
Father Bill Casey, a Fathers of Mercy priest who will be preaching at the parish mission this week, shared a homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 10, 2024.
To learn more about the mission, click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/parishmission2024
We look forward to seeing you from March 11-14 at the parish mission!
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 3, 2024.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar, shares a reflection on the First Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the agony in the garden, during our Communal First Saturday for March. This meditation was recorded on March 2, 2024.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of March, Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, shares about a book called "Reimagining the Ignatian Examen," by Father Mark Thibodeaux, SJ.
Following the example of Saint Ignatius, the author believes that praying the Examen will lead to a better life. The book leads you through a fresh and stimulating reflection on your past day, your present state of being, and your spiritual desires and needs for tomorrow.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on Feb. 25, 2024.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the First Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on Feb. 18, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on February 11, 2024.
Click here to learn more about the Bishop's Lenten Appeal.
Stephen Gabriel, a local author, recently discussed his book on evangelization, “Put Out into the Deep: Become the Apostle You Are Called to Be,” with Carlos Briceño, the Basilica's director of communications and evangelization. Their conversation, which took place on Feb. 6, 2024 in the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium, is shared in this podcast.
Click here if you want to purchase Stephen's book.
In this episode, listen to several lay speakers talk about why it's important to give to the 2024 Bishop's Lenten Appeal, which supports our Diocese in its mission of sharing the love and mercy of Christ through serving the needy, educating and forming youth, encouraging vocations, promoting a culture of life and assisting the clergy, religious, and lay people who help build and strengthen our diocesan Church. The short talks were recorded during the Masses at the Basilica on on January 27-28, 2024.
This episode features interviews with three Arlington Diocese seminarians – Jonathan Amgott, Luke Lenhard and Daniel Moreno – who are part of the new propaedeutic stage of priestly formation at Mount Saint Mary Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The propaedeutic stage takes place before men begin the Discipleship Stage (i.e., before the study of Philosophy). The program is not an academic year but an opportunity within a formational community for new seminarians to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, come to a greater knowledge of the Catholic faith, and grow in character and virtue. The seminarians share about their faith journeys and their experiences at the Basilica.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of February, Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called "Finding God in the Suffering" by Father Christopher M. Mahar. Guided by the writings of Saint John Paul II on the Christian meaning of human suffering, Fr. Mahar combines theological reflection with narratives from history, literature, Scripture, and the saints to unfold the mysterious truth that “even in suffering, we can find love.” Through short chapters, reflection questions, and prompts for prayer, Fr. Mahar offers encouragement and companionship for those who are suffering and those who love and minister to them.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Local author, Stephen Gabriel, discusses his latest book, “Put Out into the Deep: Become the Apostle You Are Called to Be.”
He and Carlos Briceño, the Basilica’s director of communications and evangelization, will discuss the book on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street. Their discussion will focus on how, each of us, baptized in Christ, has a mission to bring others into the loving fold of the Church. The author challenges us to take this call seriously. To bravely be Christ’s modern apostles. Please listen to the podcast to learn more and also join us on Feb. 6. Note: copies of the book will be available for sale before and after the discussion.
Father Bill Casey, a priest with the Fathers of Mercy, a missionary preaching Religious Congregation, shares about what he plans to share in leading a Lenten Parish Mission at the Basilica called “Lent: A Season of God’s Mercy and Love.” The mission will take place from March 11-14, 2024 in the Basilica church. Click here to see the schedule of his talks.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 28, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 21, 2024.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 14, 2024.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Epiphany of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on January 7, 2024.
Father Kevin Barnekow, a visiting priest, shares a reflection on the Fourth Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Transfiguration of the Lord, during our Communal First Saturday for January. This meditation was recorded on January 6, 2024.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of January, Sister Emily Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called "Changed Heart, Changed World: The Transforming Freedom of Friendship with God" by Father William A. Barry, SJ. The book shows how developing a friendship with God may be the starting point for the spiritual journey, but how can that important internal relationship move us to make an impact on—and even transform—the world around us?
In the second reflection, Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, reflects about a book called Jesus I Trust in You: A 30-Day Personal Retreat with the Litany of Trust, Sr. Faustina Maria Pia, S.V.
The book helps readers learn what it means to place our trust in Jesus — no matter the circumstances — and invites all to a loving, trusting relationship with our Lord, so that you will pray with the Litany of Trust to overcome every obstacle to peace.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Feast of the Holy Family. It was given in the Basilica on December 31, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 17, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 10, 2023.
Deacon Al Pandolfe, a Transitional Deacon who is in his sixth and final year of priestly formation at Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary (Emmitsburg, MD) and has been helping out at the Basilica as part of his pastoral field experience, shares a homily during the First Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 3, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar, shares a reflection on the Third Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Proclamation of the Kingdom, during our Communal First Saturday for December. This meditation was recorded on December 2, 2023.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. For the month of December, Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, reflects about a book called "What Child Is This -- A Coloring Book for Prayer and Meditation" by Sister Mary Joseph Peterson, FSP.
Readers can enter the wonder of Christmas through the beauty of art and the lyrics of a beloved English carol. What Child Is This? The book offers space for reflection and prayer through the whimsical medieval depictions of the Holy Family. Each page leaves ample space for coloring and creative embellishment to facilitate reflection and prayer.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. It was given in the Basilica on November 26, 2023.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 19, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 5, 2023.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. Sister Emily Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called "Meeting Jesus Christ: Meditations on the Word," by Monsignor J. Brian Bransfield. In this book, readers are invited to personally encounter Jesus Christ through 21 Scriptural meditations that unlock unique perspectives on the mysteries of His life. Each chapter takes up a different Gospel account from the pages of the New Testament and draws you into meditation and equips you with a refreshing way to deepen your prayers life through looking for the unexpected in Scripture.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 29, 2023.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar at Basilica, shares a homily during the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 22, 2023.
Abigail Adams is a sophomore at Fordham University and a 2018 graduate of the Basilica School of Saint Mary. In this episode, she talks about observing and participating in events relating to the Synod of Synodality in Rome and how attending the Basilica parish and school have prepared her as a faithful young adult.
This episode features a review of the history of the Blessed Virgin Mary’s apparitions at Lourdes and highlights some of the amazing cures attributed to Our Lady’s intercession. The presenters are Steve Hemler, the president of the Catholic Apologetics Institute of North America (CAINA); Tony Gibert, CAINA's vice president of Hispanic outreach; and Mary Petrino, a longtime Basilica parishioner and Dame of the Order of Malta. This event was recorded in our Lyceum Auditorium n October 17, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 15, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 8, 2023.
Father Kevin Barnekow, a visiting priest, shares a reflection on the First Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, during our Communal First Saturday for October. This meditation was recorded on October 7, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 1, 2023.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading” continues. My guests for the month of October are from the Daughters of Saint Paul. Sister Kathryn James Hermes, FSP, will share her reflections about a book called “When the Lord Speaks to your Heart: Daily Devotions” by Father Gaston Courtois, which offers brief daily meditations that communicate the tenderness with which Father Courtois heard Jesus speak to him in his own prayer. My second guest is Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP, who shares about a children’s book she wrote called “The Book that Changed Everything,” which is a captivating introduction to the Bible as the living word of God for children ages 3 to 7.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 24, 2023.
On Sept. 19, 2023, Father Uwe Michael Lang, a priest of the Oratory of Saint Philip Neri in London, gave a talk on “Continuity and Change in the History of the Roman Mass” in our Lyceum auditorium. The lecture was sponsored by the Basilica’s Institute for Faith and Public Culture.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 17, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 10, 2023.
Father Innocent Smith, O.P., a visiting priest, shares a homily during the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 3, 2023.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Fifth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Finding of Jesus in the Temple, during our Communal First Saturday for September. This meditation was recorded on September 2, 2023.
The monthly series called “What are the Sisters Reading” continues. Today's guest is from the Daughters of Saint Paul, Sister Kathryn James Hermes, who will share her reflections about a book called “In the Trenches: Finding God through Parenting Littles” by Kelsey Gillespy. The author, a mother of five, shares insights and tips on finding God and nurturing your spiritual life through the chaos and beauty of raising little children.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 27, 2023.
Father Moses Tamale, a visiting priest, shares a homily during the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 20, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 13, 2023. In his homily, Father Joseph mentioned a couple of places that would be helpful for people to learn how to pray well:
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From the Catechism: http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/p4s1.htm
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From Fr. Jacques Philippe: https://www.amazon.com/Time-God-Jacques-Philippe/dp/1594170665/ref=sr_1_1?crid=23JIM9JHVDY3M&keywords=time+for+god+jacques+philippe&qid=1692038120&sprefix=time+for+god+jac%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1
As part of the Arlington Diocese Mission Cooperative Plan, representatives of the Dalit Solidarity spoke at all the Aug. 5-6 Sunday Masses about their mission work providing quality education for the poor and Dalits in India. (Dalit is the lowest stratum of the castes in the Indian subcontinent. Today, approximately 25 percent of India’s 1.3 billion people are Dalits — that comprises nearly 300 million people!) Father Benjamin Chinnappan's homily on the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord on August 6th talks about all. For more information, click here and here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Presentation in the Temple, during our Communal First Saturday for August. This meditation was recorded on August 5, 2023.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. Sister Emily Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called “The Great Divorce" by C.S. Lewis. This book is a dazzling allegory about Heaven and Hell -- and the chasm fixed between them. It is one of his most brilliantly imaginative tales, where we discover that the gates of Hell are locked from the inside.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 17th Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 30, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at Basilica, shares a homily during the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 23, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 16, 2023. He refers to a book by Father John Hardon in his homily. Please click here to get a copy.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 9, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Third Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Birth of our Lord, during our Communal First Saturday for July. This meditation was recorded on July 1, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 2, 2023.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, shares about a book called “Abandonment to Divine Providence,” by Father Jean-Pierre de Caussade. This book is a spiritual classic of inspiration that has guided many readers to the open-hearted acceptance of God's will that is the sure path to serenity, happiness, and spiritual peace. To check out a blog relating to the Sacrament of the Present Moment and Father de Caussade's book, please click here.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 12th Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on June 25, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 11th Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on June 18, 2023.
Father Bob Monagle shares a homily during the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). It was given in the Basilica on June 11, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. It was given in the Basilica on June 4, 2023. In his homily, Father Hathaway mentions a work by Saint Augustine called "De Trinitate" (Latin for "On the Holy Trinity"). You can read this work for free by clicking on the following site https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/fathers/view.cfm?recnum=3276&repos=8&subrepos=0&searchid=2118820
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Second Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Visitation, during our Communal First Saturday for June. This meditation was recorded on June 3, 2023.
In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues. My first guest is Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, who will share about a book called “Jane Austen’s Genius Guide to Life: On Love, Friendship, and Becoming the Person God Created You to Be” by Haley Stewart.
The author’s insights take you on a journey that is both literary and spiritual, revealing how Austen’s characters and themes can lead to you to discover and become the person God has called you to be.
My second guest is Sister Julia Darrenkamp, FSP, who reflects on a book called “Sweet Cross: A Marian Guide to Suffering" by Laura Mary Phelps.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during Pentecost Sunday. It was given in the Basilica on May 28, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Seventh Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 21, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 14, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 7, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the First Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Annunciation, during our Communal First Saturday for May. This meditation was recorded on May 6, 2023.
Deacon Daniel Dionesotes shares a homily during the fourth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 30, 2023.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" The guest this month is Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, who reflects on a book called "Parenting for Faith: Why Love for the Sacraments Matters Most" by Andrew Mullins. The author provides a practical manual for passing on a great love for the sacraments, those great channels of grace that sustain us through life.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday. It was given on April 16, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during Easter Sunday. It was given in the Basilica on April 9, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on April 2, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar, offers a reflection on the Fifth Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven, during our Communal First Saturday for April. This meditation was recorded on April 1, 2023.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" Two guests were interviewed:
- Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called Jesus in Space: A True Story That’s Out of This World by Cecilia Cicone. This is a children’s book that narrates the adventures of Astronaut Tom Jones and his companions, and how the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist accompanied them on their mission to space.
Meanwhile, my second guest, Sister Kathryn Hermes, reflects on a book called “The Dark Night: Psychological Experience and Spiritual Reality” by Father Marc Foley, which helps readers understand the experiences, challenges, and graced events of the purifying nights of sense and spirit that Saint John of the Cross wrote about.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 26, 2023.
Father Wade Menezes, a Fathers of Mercy priest, who will be leading the Basilica's Parish Lenten Mission from March 20-23, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Lent. For more information about the mission, please click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/parishmission2023
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith and Public Culture, shares part three of his three-part Lenten series on Suffering and Divine Mercy, which was recorded on March 14, 2023, in our Lyceum Auditorium.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 12, 2023.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theolgian for the Institute for Faith and Public Culture, shares part two of his three-part Lenten series on Suffering and Divine Mercy, which was recently recorded in our Lyceum Auditorium.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theolgian for the Institute for Faith and Public Culture, shares part one of his three-part Lenten series on Suffering and Divine Mercy, which was recently recorded in our Lyceum Auditorium.
Father Dan Hanley, the coordinator of a preparation program for incoming seminarians at Mount Saint Mary's Seminary in Emmitsburg, MD, shares a two-part Lenten reflection on contemplating our Blessed Mother. He gave these talks during a recent Basilica Catholic Daughters of the Americas' morning of reflection at our Lyceum Auditorium.
Betty McAndrews, a longtime parishioner, is stepping down as the leader of the gardening apostolate at the Basilica. She talks about her love of gardening and what led her to tend to the gardens at the Basilica.
For those who are interested in volunteer to lead the gardening efforts at the church, please contact Betty at bettymcandrews@msn.com
Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Second Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 5, 2023.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar, offers a reflection on the Fourth Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Assumption of Mary, during our Communal First Saturday for March. This meditation was recorded on March 4, 2023.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" Two guests were interviewed:
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Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, shares about a book called "The Examen Prayer: Ignatian Wisdom for Our Lives Today,” by Father Timothy Gallagher, which dives deeper into the prayer Saint Ignatius of Loyola believed was at the center of the spiritual life, showing how relevant it is today.
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Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, reflects on a book she wrote called “Saint Joseph: Help for Life’s Emergencies,” which is an essential guide to devotion to Saint Joseph that reflects on Joseph's powerful help in people’s moments of need, allowing you to place yourself under the guidance and protection of the head of the Holy Family.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the First Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on February 26, 2023.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded in the Basilica on February 19, 2023.
In this episode, Robert Loia, the principal of The Basilica School of Saint Mary, briefly shares about the good works done by the Bishop's Lenten Appeal (BLA).
Our 2023 BLA theme honors Mary's “yes” and is shared with the theme of the diocesan Jubilee's second preparatory year, My Soul Rejoices in the Lord.Parishioners should have already received a mailing seeking donations to the appeal. After reflecting upon the blessings God has given you, please prayerfully consider a pledge. The BLA funds programs and ministries that serve thousands of people in our diocese. Through the inspiration of the BLA theme, let us joyfully make a pledge to support God's Kingdom in our diocese! You can make a gift by clicking here. Or click here for more information.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on February 12, 2023.
Nurse and Natural Family Planning (NFP) Instructor Leah Hatton, who is also a Basilica parishioner, shares what NFP is and isn't and explains the Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning. This talk was recently recorded in front of a group of engaged and married couples. (A note of warning: some of the subject matter Leah talks about deals with matters of sexual fertility, so this episode is geared toward adult listeners.) Leah will be teaching this method on Monday, February 27, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph Room, 313 Duke Street. Learn more and register here!
In this episode, John Croft, Christ House's Program Director, briefly shares about the good works done by the Bishop's Lenten Appeal (BLA).
Our 2023 BLA theme honors Mary's “yes” and is shared with the theme of the diocesan Jubilee's second preparatory year, My Soul Rejoices in the Lord.Parishioners should have already received a mailing seeking donations to the appeal. After reflecting upon the blessings God has given you, please prayerfully consider a pledge. The BLA funds programs and ministries that serve thousands of people in our diocese. Through the inspiration of the BLA theme, let us joyfully make a pledge to support God's Kingdom in our diocese! You can make a gift by clicking here. Or click here for more information.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on February 5, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar, offers a reflection on the Third Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Descent of the Holy Spirit, during our Communal First Saturday for February. This meditation was recorded on February 4, 2023.
In this episode, Mariane Staron, the Basilica's Director of the Youth and Young Adult Apostolates, and Anne Gress, a high school student, briefly share about the good works done by the Bishop's Lenten Appeal (BLA).
Our 2023 BLA theme honors Mary's “yes” and is shared with the theme of the diocesan Jubilee's second preparatory year, My Soul Rejoices in the Lord.Parishioners should have already received a mailing seeking donations to the appeal. After reflecting upon the blessings God has given you, please prayerfully consider a pledge. The BLA funds programs and ministries that serve thousands of people in our diocese. Through the inspiration of the BLA theme, let us joyfully make a pledge to support God's Kingdom in our diocese! You can make a gift by clicking here. Or click here for more information.
Father Wade Menezes, a Fathers of Mercy priest, shares a preview of his upcoming Parish Mission called " "The Most Holy Eucharist: Gift and Sacrament." He talks about the importance of the Eucharist in his life and why it's important for Catholics to understand that Jesus is literally present in the Holy Eucharist (body, blood, soul and divinity), along with what topics he will cover each day of the mission -- which will occur on March 20-23, 2023 in the Basilica church.
Click here to get more information, including the schedule of the talks and times for confession. We look forward to seeing you at the mission!
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, and several Basilica parishioners, who took a bus trip to Richmond to participate in Virginia Pro-Life Day, shared why they participated to support the Culture of Life. Click here to see photos and to learn more.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" Two guests were interviewed:
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Sister Julia Mary Darrenkamp, FSP, reflects on renowned Marian scholar Father René Laurentin's book called "Bernadette Speaks: A Life of St. Bernadette Soubirous in Her Own Words," which is a different kind of saint's biography. It is one that reads almost like a novel. In these pages Bernadette lives again. We follow her from birth to death, hearing her speak, watching her interact, experiencing with her the life-changing impact of the 18 apparitions of the Virgin Mary at Lourdes.
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Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, reflects upon a book called "Gods Mercy Awaits You: Finding Healing After Abortion," by Sister Patricia Marie Barnette, which helps women on a journey out of the darkness and shame and regret of post-abortion trauma and guilt and into the light of God's forgiveness and mercy. The book is highly practical, filled with prayers, advice, and web and print resources that consider the issue from every perspective. If you or someone you know is living in pain caused by an abortion, "God’s Mercy Awaits You" is an invaluable resource to begin the process of healing.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica's Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, previews his upcoming three-part Lenten series on Suffering and Divine Mercy. This series will occur at 7 p.m. in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street, on three consecutive Tuesdays: Feb. 28, March 7 and March 14, 2023. Click here for more information.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 29, 2023.
In this episode, Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica's Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, shared his reflections on the Common Good in Catholic Social Teaching during a lecture on January 24, 2023, in our Lyceum Auditorium.
Dr. Pecknold will also be speaking during a 2023 three-part Lenten series on the topic of suffering and Divine Mercy. Click here for more information.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded in the Basilica on January 22, 2023.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 15, 2023.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, an associate professor of theology at The Catholic University of America and the Resident Theologian at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares some thoughts about his upcoming lecture on "The Common Good in Catholic Social Teaching." The talk will occur on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 7 p.m. in the Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street. All are invited.
To learn more about the Institute, click here.
Dr. Pecknold will also present a three-part Lenten series on suffering and Divine Mercy, starting in March 2023. Stay tuned for more information in a future podcast episode.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Epiphany of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on January 8, 2023.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica, offers a reflection on the Second Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Ascension, during our Communal First Saturday for January. This meditation was recorded on January 7, 2023.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" Two guests were interviewed:
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Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, reflects on Father Roger Landry’s book called “Plan Of Life: Habits To Help You Grow Closer To God,” which focuses on how you can form holy habits that will bring you closer to Jesus.
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Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, reflects upon a book called “Jesus Speaking: Heart to Heart with the King” by Gabrielle Bossis, written by a French mystic who encourages readers to cultivate a daily habit of prayer and personal relationship with Christ through the Church.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God. It was given in the Basilica on January 1, 2023.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Nativity of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on December 25, 2022.
Jim Larocco is a Basilica parishioner, who has been involved as a volunteer and leader with our Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. He recently shared two stories that occurred when he was living and working in the Middle East about his children that highlight how special Christmas is for him and his family.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 18, 2022.
Clayton Bourassa, a Basilica parishioner, loves to play the piano and help others in need. In this episode, he talks about his Classical Christmas Piano Concert on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 7 p.m. in the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street. The event is free, but free-will donations will be accepted to benefit the Basilica's Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, which helps those in the community in need.
Msgr. Andrew Baker, the Rector for Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland, presents a talk on “The Humility of Christmas” during the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Kavanaugh #54, Advent Retreat. It was recorded in the Basilica’s Lyceum Auditorium on December 10th, 2022.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica and the chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School, shares a homily for the Third Sunday of Advent. It was recorded in the Basilica on December 11, 2022.
Arragon Perrone, an English teacher at Bishop O’Connell High School in Arlington and the former Director of the Youth and Young Adult Apostolates at the Basilica, talks about “Falling in Love with Mission: How to Stop Complaining and Do Something" in the latest Theology on Tap talk, which was given on December 5, 2022, at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Second Sunday in Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 4, 2022.
Father Peter Clem, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, offers a reflection on the First Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Resurrection, during our Communal First Saturday for December. This meditation was recorded on December 3, 2022.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" My guest for December is Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, who reflects on "The Pursuit of the Pilfered Cheese" and "The Curious Christmas Trail" -- books for young readers on the adventures of "mouse nuns" by Haley Stewart. To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the First Sunday in Advent. It was given in the Basilica on November 27, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. It was given in the Basilica on November 20, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 13, 2022.
Father Bob Monagle, a chaplain and U.S. Air Force Colonel who also assists at the Basilica on occasions, shares a Theology on Tap talk called "Faith in the Frontlines." It was recorded at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria on November 7, 2022.
Deacon Daniel Dionesotes, a transitional deacon who is a seminarian for the Diocese of Peoria and on pastoral assignment at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 6, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the fifth Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Crucifixion, during our Communal First Saturday for November. This meditation was recorded on November 5, 2022.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" One of my guests for November is Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, who reflects on “Struggles in the Spiritual Life Their Nature and Remedies,” by Father Timothy Gallagher, a book for those who love the Lord and desire holiness yet often feel adrift or stagnant in their search for spiritual growth.
My second guest is Sister Sean Mayer, FSP, who reflects on "Memento Mori: Prayers on the Last Things," a prayer book by Theresa Aletheia Noble to help people meditate on death and the afterlife and to prepare them for heaven.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 30, 2022.
Dr. John Bruchalski, the Founder of Tepeyac OB/GYN in Fairfax, Virginia, and the Founder and President of Divine Mercy Care, is today's guest. He is the author of a new book called: “Two Patients: My Conversion from Abortion to Life-Affirming Medicine." In today's episode, he talks about the book, his pro-life conversion and his upcoming talk in the Basilica of Saint Mary's Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street, on November 15, 2022. The book signing starts at 7 p.m., and his talk begins at 7:30 p.m. Click on the following site in order to RSVP: https://drjohnbruchalski.com/events/
Click on the following sites to learn more and to help him on his pro-life mission:
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Divinemercy.org
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Tepeyacobgyn.com
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Twopatients.com
Deacon Daniel Dionesotes, a transitional deacon who is a seminarian for the Diocese of Peoria and on pastoral assignment at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 23, 2022.
Some of our parishioners will be “orphans” this Thanksgiving, unable to be with family or friends. Can you invite one or perhaps more “orphans” to join you? If you yourself will be alone, can you host a Thanksgiving feast for other “orphans”?
These are questions posed by Elisabeth Graham, a Basilica parishioner, who, in this podcast, shares about "Room at the Table," an idea whereby parishioners volunteer to host those who don't have a place to go to during Thanksgiving so that they all share a meal together.
If you have any questions after listening to the podcast -- or, if you want to be a host -- please email Elisabeth at roomatthetable@stmaryoldtown.org.
Please contact her with an offer to host by October 30, 2022, so that she has enough time to pair "orphans" with hosts by Thanksgiving.
Our Lord reminds us that whatever we do for the poor among us we do for Him. We hear Him with our hearts and minds, but the daily demands of life can leave us without the opportunity to respond in a most personal way. Becoming a volunteer and/or making a sacrificial donation to our parish’s St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Society is that opportunity.
In the podcast, Marietta Bernot, the Basilica's SVdP President, shares some staggering statistics about the amount of need in the community, especially concerning those families who are being evicted from their homes, and how the society is helping them. She also shares some inspiring stories of how the society helped families who were in a dire situations.
What makes SVdP unique among all charity providers in Alexandria is that they go to the people who call for help, visiting them in their homes, confirming their need, listening to their challenges, and showing them in the most real way that they are not alone and not forgotten by Our Lord. It is an extraordinary gift to be able to touch someone’s life in this way.
Please join the society for their upcoming open house at the parish's Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street, on November 2, 2022, from 7:30-9 p.m. to learn more. They are seeking more volunteers, so if you are interested, please attend. Any questions, please email Marietta at svdp@stmaryoldtown.org.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 16, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 9, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on October 2, 2022.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a Communal First Saturday reflection on the Fourth Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the carrying of the cross. It was given on October 1, 2022.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" One of my guests for October is Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, who reflects about a book called “Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly” by Father Gregory Pine.
Another guest is Sister Sean Mayer, FSP, who shares about “In Caelo et in Terra: 365 Days with the Saints.” a book that was worked on for a decade by the Daughters of Saint Paul, which offers beautiful reflections and exquisite artwork on the lives of holy men and women who show us how to live in Christ.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Deacon Daniel Dionesotes, a transitional deacon who is a seminarian for the Diocese of Peoria and on pastoral assignment at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 25, 2022.
Mary Stanford is a Christendom theology professor, who will be giving a talk in the Basilica’s Lyceum Auditorium (313 Duke Street) on October 11, 2022, starting at 7:30 p.m., about her new book: "The Obedience Paradox: Finding True Freedom in Marriage.” In this episode, she shares about what led her to write the book and the non-identical gifts that men and women bring to marriage that help facilitate true oneness between them.
All are invited to this free event. For more information, click here and here.
Deacon Daniel Dionesotes is a transitional deacon who is a seminarian for the Diocese of Peoria, studying at Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland. During his academic year at the seminary, he will be at the Basilica most weekends as part of his pastoral assignment as a seminarian. In this episode, he talks about his path to the priesthood and the ways he is allowed to minister at the Basilica.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 18, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 11, 2022.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 4, 2022.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Third Sorrowful Mystery, the crowning with thorns, during our Communal First Saturday for September. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests will reflect on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month at 8:00 a.m. This podcast was recorded on September 3, 2022.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" One of the guests for September is Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, who shares about a book she wrote called “Surviving Depression: A Catholic Approach,” which shows you how to take the first steps to healing from depression and how to build into your life practices that will help you embark on a spiritual journey through the darkness.
Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, will review the second book, which is called “Millennial Nuns: Reflections on Living a Spiritual Life in a World of Social Media.” In this book, eight nuns from the Daughters of Saint Paul offer practical takeaways and tips for living a more spiritually-fulfilled life, no matter your religious affiliation.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 28, 2022.
This weekend, August 27-28, 2022, representatives from the Basilica's youth and young adult apostolates will be speaking at the Masses to share about the ways youth and young adults are growing as disciples through the various programs offered.
On Monday, August 29, 2022, Mariane Staron, the Basilica’s Director of Youth and Young Adult Apostolates, will be hosting an open house, from 5-8 p.m., so parishioners can learn more and ask her any questions. Click here to learn more or email Mariane at mstaron@stmaryoldtown.org.
To further highlight the youth apostolate, the guest in today's podcast is Sara Kouroupis, a Basilica young adult parishioner, who shares about her involvement as a volunteer ministering to high school youths here.
Today's episode features several leaders of the Basilica apostolate called Date Night at the Basilica: Ann Somerset, Emma Lopo-Sullivan, Kathy Hassett, and Ryan Scirocco. In part two of a two-part series highlighting the 10 Great Dates Program, they share about why this program is so important to them and what they are most looking forward to in presenting the program to married and engaged couples.
To sign up to attend the first Great Date on Sept. 17, 2022 -- you can attend one, some or all the 10 Great Dates in the upcoming months -- please click here. There is no charge.
If you need babysitting, there is a $10 flat fee per family. Please sign up and register your children for the childcare service by Sept. 3, 2022.
The guests in this episode are David and Claudia Arp, the founders of the 10 Great Dates Program, which fosters fun, romance and intimacy in several easy steps for married and engaged couples. One of our apostolates, Date Night at the Basilica, will be hosting the program on a monthly basis starting on September 17, 2022.
In part one, the Arps talk about why the program has been so successful over the years and how couples can benefit by going on a Great Date. Stay tuned for part two, the final episode, which will air tomorrow and feature four Date Night at the Basilica leaders who will add their insights into why this program will help couples who attend a Great Date.
To sign up to attend the first Great Date on Sept. 17, 2022 -- you can attend one, some or all the 10 Great Dates in the upcoming months -- please click here. There is no charge.
If you need babysitting, there is a $10 flat fee per family. Please sign up and register your children for the childcare service by Sept. 3, 2022.
Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded in the Basilica on August 21, 2022.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 14, 2022.
Robert Loia is The Basilica School of Saint Mary's new principal. In this episode, he shares about his journey in Catholic education, what inspires him as an educator and what ingredients are necessary to make a Catholic school great.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 7, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Scourging at the Pillar for our August 6, 2022 Communal First Saturday. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests reflects on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month.
Michelle Kelly, a student at Christendom College, who has been helping out with the Basilica’s Offices of Communications, Religious Education and Youth and Young Adults, and Luke Helbling, a seminarian with the Diocese of Arlington, have been working at the Basilica during the summer as interns. In this episode, they share about their experiences and the ways they have grown in faith.
In the podcast, Luke refers to a meditation that he prayed with and found particularly inspiring. It is from Magnificat, a spiritual guide available in the back of the Basilica, the August 2, 2022 meditation of the day, on page 38.
In this episode, we hear a Theology on Tap talk by Dr. Gregory Townsend, the Vice President of Academic Affairs and an associate professor at Christendom College. He talked about the intersection of faith and science. It was recorded at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria on August 1st, 2022.
Tushar Suthar, a Basilica parishioner, attended an ACTS retreat in 2020, and he still feels its impact. ACTS is an acronym for Adoration, Community, Theology and Service, and these four themes are the focus of the activities of retreat.
In this episode, he talks about the great news about the retreat being available for Basilica male parishioners to participate in -- from Thursday evening, September 22, 2022, until Sunday morning, September 25, 2022 -- and what a game-changer it is for not only those who attend but also for the parish community, at large. For more details and to sign up, please click here.
The deadline to register for the retreat is by August 31, 2022. If you have any questions, please email Tushar at the following email address: tushar833@comcast.net. If you want to listen to him appearing in an earlier podcast episode talking about the ACTS retreat, please click here.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" The guest for August is Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, who shares about "Coached By Joan of Arc: Lessons In Virtuous Leadership." The book is a dialogue between the reader and Saint Joan of Arc, a pious young French peasant teen in the 15th century who led French troops to several military victories over the English. The book is an exploration of her virtue-infused life and offers wise advice and lessons in noble leadership.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 31, 2022.
Father Peter Clem, YA, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded in the Basilica on July 24, 2022.
Father Gary Weismann, the Director of Mission Awareness with the Diocese of Mandeville, Jamaica, was the guest homilist at the Basilica during the weekend of July 16-17, 2022. This homily was recorded on July 17, 2022, during the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica and the chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School, shares a homily for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded in the Basilica on July 10, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 3, 2022.
Father Peter Clem, YA, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the first Sorrowful Mystery of the Holy Rosary, the agony in the garden, during our Communal First Saturday reflection for July. This meditation was recorded on July 2, 2022.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" The guests for July are Sister Emily Beata Marsh, who shares about “A Miracle In The Kitchen: A Legend About Saint Zita.” This children’s book is a richly illustrated tale of faith, generosity, and selfless love, which brings the story of Saint Zita to life for children ages 6-8. In the second interview, Sister Sean Mayer offers some thoughts about a book perfect for the summertime: “Monuments, Marvels and Miracles: A Traveler’s Guide to Catholic America.”
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Peter Clem, YA, is the Basilica of Saint Mary's new parochial vicar, effective June 30, 2022. He was ordained on June 4, 2022. He shares about himself, including his vocation story, who some of his spiritual heroes are and what the secret is to giving an excellent homily.
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William Manaker, SJ, who is discerning the priesthood for the Society of Jesus and whose family are parishioners at the Basilica, talks about what led him to the Jesuits and what the differences are between a diocesan priest and a religious order priest. He also talks about how people can incorporate one of the core elements of Ignatian spirituality – finding God in all things – into their prayer life and every day lives.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on June 26, 2022.
In this episode, you will hear a reflection about Saint Padre Pio by Father Jerome Fasano, the former pastor of Saint John the Baptist Church in Front Royal, Virginia, who spoke after the 12:10 p.m. Mass in the Basilica on June 23, 2022 in honor of Saint Pio’s relics being present in the Basilica on that day. Click here to see photos.
Aaron Zanca, the assistant director of the Youth and Young Adult Apostolates at the Basilica, recently gave a Theology on Tap talk. In this episode, Aaron offers a summation of the talk, during which he traces the history and the theological definition of the devotion to the Sacred Heart, whose feast day the church will celebrate on June 24th, 2022. He also talks about the social reign of Christ through the promulgation of just laws and the social doctrine of the Church, which reminds us that the Church has always championed that social justice should emanate from the Sacred Heart of Christ. And, finally, what we can do, spiritually, to remedy social justice problems in society.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Jesus. It was given in the Basilica on June 19, 2022.
Father Bob Monagle is a military chaplain, and a Colonel, with the U.S. Air Force. He occasionally assists at the Basilica of Saint Mary during weekend and daily Masses. He shares his journey to becoming a priest, what's involved in being a military chaplain and what he appreciates about assisting at the Basilica.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. It was given in the Basilica on June 12, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during Pentecost Sunday. It was given in the Basilica on June 5, 2022.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a First Communal Saturday reflection on the Fifth Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Institution of the Eucharist. It was given on June 4, 2022.
Welcome to another monthly episode of “What Are the Sisters Reading?" The guests are Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, who will share her thoughts on a book called “St. Charles de Foucauld: His Life and Spirituality.” The book offers an insightful portrait of this recently canonized saint. In the second interview, Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, reflects on a children’s book called “St. Margaret Mary Alacoque and the Sacred Heart of Jesus,” which she wrote. The feast of the Sacred Heart is coming up later this month, on June 24.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Ascension of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on May 29, 2022.
Deacon John O'Farrell, a Basilica parishioner, will be ordained to the priesthood on June 4th, 2022, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More. He will celebrate his first Mass as a priest in the Basilica of Saint Mary on June 5th at 1 p.m., followed by a reception that all are invited to attend in the Basilica’s Lyceum Auditorium. In this podcast, Deacon O’Farrell talks about his journey to becoming a priest and what he looks forward to once he is ordained.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 22, 2022.
This episode features Antonia Cummings, a Catholic licensed funeral director, and J. Douglas McCarthy, a partner with the law firm of McCarthy & Akers, who shared on various issues relating to the end of life, funeral services, and estate planning. This podcast was recorded on May 12th, 2022 in the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium. The afternoon's topic was titled: "Being Prepared and at Peace: A Funeral Services and Estate Planning Program."
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 15, 2022.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 8, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the fourth Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Transfiguration, during our Communal First Saturday for May. This meditation was recorded on May 7, 2022.
Sister Emily Beata Marsh, FSP, the vocation director for the Daughters of Saint Paul, shares a Theology on Tap talk called “Everyday Holiness: Not As Complicated As You Think.” It was recorded at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub on May 2, 2022.
Msgr. Michael Morgan is a priest of the Diocese of St. Augustine and a canon lawyer for the Apostolic Nunciature in Washington, D.C. For the past seven years, he occasionally assists at the Basilica of Saint Mary during weekend and daily Masses. He shares his vocation story, what he does for the Apostolic Nunciature, and why he loves celebrating Mass at the Basilica.
In this episode, in honor of World Day of Prayer for Vocations, which will be celebrated on May 8, 2022, my guest is Alex Solsma, a seminarian with the Diocese of Arlington and the former director of communications and evangelization at the Basilica. He talks about his journey of discernment for what he hopes is his future vocation as a priest and the importance of prayer during that journey.
The purpose of World day of Prayer for Vocations is to publicly fulfill the Lord's instruction to "Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into His harvest" (Matthew 9:38; Luke 10:2).While appreciating all vocations, the Church concentrates its attention this day on vocations to the ordained ministries (priesthood and diaconate), consecrated life in all its forms (male and female religious life, societies of apostolic life, consecrated virginity), secular institutes in their diversity of services and membership, and to the missionary life.
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Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares his homily for the third Sunday of Easter. It was recorded in the Basilica on May 1, 2022.
This episode is another in a monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” Sisters from the Daughters of Saint Paul will review and reflect upon spiritual books that will help Catholics grow in relationship to God. In today's episode, Sister Sean Mayer, FSP, and Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, are the guests. Here's what they are reading: Sister Emily shares about "The Journey of our Love: The Letters of St Gianna Beretta & Pietro Molla." You can purchase it by clicking here.
Meanwhile, Sister Kathryn reflects on “Pray For Us: 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness” by Meg Hunter-Kilmer. You can purchase it by clicking here.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during Divine Mercy Sunday, the Second Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 24, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares his homily for Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord. It was recorded in the Basilica on April 17, 2022.
Several participants in the recent Lenten Book Club on Saint Augustine’s book, "Confessions," led by Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith and Public Culture, share how the book club transformed their Lent and helped them grow closer to the Lord.
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Christine Kleiber is the Basilica’s leader for the Mary Martha Guild, an apostolate that maintains the Basilica church in harmony with the liturgical calendar through installation of floral designs and other displays. In this episode, she talks about the goal of the Guild, which is to support the parish as center of excellence through the beauty of art, and shares about what's involved in making the Basilica beautiful during Holy Week.
To contribute monetarily to the floral designs in the Basilica, please click here.
Guild membership is an opportunity for those who wish to serve the parish in a hands-on fashion. All parishioners are welcome to become members. If you are interested, please email Christine at MMG@stmaryoldtown.org.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares his homily for Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. It was recorded in the Basilica on April 10, 2022.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, shares in part five of a five-part series of his Lenten Book Club series on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions." It was recorded on April 6, 2022.
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In this episode, we hear a Theology on Tap talk by Erin Thielman, a Basilica parishioner and frequent guest on EWTN and the Catholic Faith Network. Her talk was called “The Weight of 40 Days: Encountering Christ.” It was recorded at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub on April 4, 2022.
Father David Dufresne, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares his homily for the Fifth Sunday of Lent. It was recorded in the Basilica on April 3, 2022.
Father David Dufresne, a parochial vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the third Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the proclamation of the Kingdom, during our Communal First Saturday for April. This meditation was recorded on April 2, 2022.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, shares in part four of a five-part series of his Lenten Book Club series on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions." It was recorded on March 30, 2022.
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This episode kicks off a monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” Sisters from the Daughters of Saint Paul will review and reflect upon spiritual books that will help Catholics grow in relationship to God. Sister Emily Marsh, FSP, and Sister Sean Mayer, FSP, are today’s guests. In this episode, for the month of April, Sister Emily shares about Mysterion: The Revelatory Power of the Sacramental Worldview by Father Harrison Ayre, while Sister Sean reflects on Introduction to Christianity by Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger.
To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares his homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent. It was recorded in the Basilica on March 27, 2022.
AnnaMaria Kaczmarski, a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas apostolate, talks about the importance of helping those who have been adversely affected by the war in Ukraine. The Catholic Daughters apostolate will be collecting free-will donations for Ukrainian refugees following the Masses on April 2-3, 2022. The collected donations will then be sent to Caritas Internationalis.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, shares in part three of a five-part series of his Lenten Book Club series on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions." It was recorded on March 23, 2022.
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Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares his homily for the Third Sunday of Lent. It was recorded in the Basilica on March 20, 2022.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, shares in part two of a five-part series of his Lenten Book Club series on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions."
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Leonardo Defilippis is the president of Saint Luke Productions. In this episode, he talks about “Tolton: From Slave to Priest,” a multimedia theater production that will be performed in the Lyceum Auditorium at 7 p.m. on March 28, 2022. The play focuses on telling the amazing story of the life of Augustus Tolton, a man who overcame great odds and institutional racism to become a priest.
The play is being co-sponsored by the Basilica of Saint Mary, the Diocesan Black Catholic Ministries Office and Saint Joseph Parish. Please click here to get your tickets.
A world-renowned expert and speaker on the Messages of Our Lady of Fatima, Sister Angela de Fatima Coelho, MD, ASM, shared a morning reflection on the Eucharistic Message of Our Lady of Fatima on March 12, 2022 in the Lyceum Auditorium. She was invited to speak at the request of the Luminaries of Holy Mary, a Basilica apostolate that meets on the third Saturday morning of each month to prayerfully ponder the message of Fatima and grow closer to our Lord through a devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares his homily for the Second Sunday in Lent. It was recorded in the Basilica on March 13, 2022.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Basilica’s Resident Theologian for the Institute for Faith & Public Culture, shares in part one of a five-part series of his Lenten Book Club on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions."
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Brendan Cooney, the president of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Alexandria, talks about the upcoming Saint Patrick Irish Hooley, a lively afternoon that honors and celebrates Irish heritage with food, music, singing and dancing. Families and children of all ages are invited to enjoy the festivities on Sunday, March 13, 2022 from 2 to 4 p.m. in The Basilica School of Saint Mary Gym, 400 Green Street, Alexandria.
Tickets are $25 for adults and $5 for children. They are available for purchase by clicking here.
The afternoon will feature performances by local Irish musician, Pat Garvey; the Boyle School of Irish Dance; the O'Neill James School of Irish Dance and a visit from Saint Patrick himself! Traditional Irish fare, including shepherd’s pie, fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage, will be catered by Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub.
In today's episode, Mary Petrino, a Basilica parishioner and vice president of communications for the Serra Club of Arlington, talks about the importance of promoting, fostering and praying for vocations to the priesthood and consecrated religious life. She invites people to attend a Holy Hour with Solemn Vespers on Thursday, March 24, 2022, in the Basilica from 7-8 p.m. that is being sponsored by the Serra Club of Arlington. All are welcome to attend to adore the Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament and to pray for vocations to the priesthood and the consecrated religious life and for perseverance in all vocations.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica and the chaplain of Bishop Ireton High School, shares a homily for the first Sunday in Lent. It was recorded in the Basilica on March 6, 2022.
Father Noah Morey, a priest-in-residence at the Basilica and the chaplain of Bishop Ireton High School, offers a reflection on the second Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the miracle of the wedding feast at Cana, during our Communal First Saturday for March. This meditation was recorded on March 5, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway shares a homily during the Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded at the Basilica on February 27, 2022.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on February 20, 2022.
In this episode, listen to several lay speakers talk about why it's important to give to the Bishop's Lenten Appeal, which supports our Diocese in its mission of sharing the love and mercy of Christ through serving the needy, educating and forming youth, encouraging vocations, promoting a culture of life and assisting the clergy, religious, and lay people who help build and strengthen our diocesan Church. The short talks were recorded during the Masses at the Basilica on on February 12-13, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on February 13, 2022.
Today's episode features Sister Angela de Fatima Coelho, MD, ASM, a world-renowned expert and speaker on the Messages of Our Lady of Fatima. She shares about the Luminaries of Mary and about the Eucharistic Message of Our Lady of Fatima, which is the title of her morning reflection in the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium (313 Duke Street) on Saturday, March 12, from 10-11 a.m. To learn more about her morning reflection, click here. For more information on the Luminaries of Mary and the Morning of Reflection, please contact Frank Spicer at praydailyrosary@gmail.com
Tushar Suthar, a Basilica parishioner, attended an ACTS retreat several years ago, and it greatly impacted his life and faith life. He wants to bring this retreat to the Basilica, but, in order for it to occur here, he has to form a team of lay people, both men and women, who have attended the ACTS retreat in the past. So, his prayer is that he will hear from people who have attended an ACTS retreat. If you have, please email him at the following email address: tushar833@comcast.net
If you haven't attended the retreat, but are interested in finding out more, please email him.
The Institute for Faith & Public Culture at the Basilica has another event coming up. In this episode, Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Institute's Resident Theologian, talks about a Lenten Book Club he will be leading next month. Called "A Lenten Journey Through Saint Augustine’s Confessions,” the five-week series is designed as a guided book club and penitential discipline during Lent, starting on March 9, running for five consecutive Wednesdays, and ending on April 6, 2022. The book club will take place in the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium (313 Duke Street), from 6-7:30 p.m. There will be a registration fee of $25. Please click here to register and pay.
Kirsten Obadal is the founding peer member of the Saint Labre Community for Adults with Mental Health Conditions, a Basilica apostolate that emphasizes peer supported recovery – growing in healing and holiness through the intercession and fellowship of their peers, who also walk the continuous journey of mental health recovery. In this episode, she talks about the community and why this apostolate is so important to her. On Sunday evening, February 27, 2022, she will be hosting a a free Zoom session on the importance of hope for our mental health. One of the speakers will be Fr. Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, who will be reflecting on the virtue of hope. Click here for more information and to get the Zoom link. Click here for more information on the Saint Labre Community.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a First Communal Saturday reflection on the First Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Baptism of the Lord. It was given on February 5, 2022.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given on February 6, 2022.
The Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week this week with a three-part podcast conversation series with our parish school's students, graduates, and school alumni/parents. In the third and final part of the series, today's guests are a married couple, Patrick and Maura Burchette, both of whom graduated from the Basilica School and now send their children there. They talk about the biggest lessons about faith and life they learned at the school and why they decided to send their children to the Basilica School.
The Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week this week with a three-part podcast conversation series with our parish school's students, graduates, and school alumni/parents. In part two, today's guest, Miss Helen Milito, a rising Class of 2022 student, reflects on her experiences and the support she received at The Basilica School of Saint Mary.
The Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week this week with a three-part podcast conversation series with our parish school's students, graduates, and school alumni/parents. Today's guest, Miss Elizabeth McMahon, a Class of 2020 graduate of The Basilica School of Saint Mary and current sophomore at Bishop Ireton Catholic High School, reflects on how her formative education at Saint Mary's has prepared and shaped her life thus far.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given on January 30, 2022.
Father Joseph Townsend, the spiritual director of the Basilica Legion of Mary, leads several Legion members in reciting the Tessera, a leaflet that contains the prayers Legion members pray on a daily basis. By praying these prayers each day, you are part of the auxiliary membership of the Legion. If you are interested in joining the Legion of Mary, please email Adria at lomstmaryoldtown@gmail.com. Click here to find out more info on the Legion and also to learn about the Junior Legion of Mary, which is seeking new members and will begin meeting on Wednesday afternoons, starting Feb. 2, 2022.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, an associate professor of theology at The Catholic University of America and the resident theologian at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gave the inaugural lecture of the Institute for Faith & Public Culture. His talk was titled “Sacred Fire: How the Church’s Faith Became Integral to the Ancient City, and Can Become So Again!” It was given on January 23, 2022, at the Basilica Lyceum Auditorium. For more information on the Institute, please go to the following website: https://stmaryoldtown.org/introducing-the-basilica-of-saint-marys-institute-for-faith-public-culture/
Father Jim Kelleher, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity who is visiting the Basilica, shared a homily at the Basilica on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on January 23, 2022.
In this episode, you will hear several short testimonies from Basilica participants who were part of two busloads who traveled to walk in the 2022 March for Life in Washington, D.C., on January 21, 2022. Click on the following site to see photos from the March: https://stmaryoldtown.org/join-other-basilica-parishioners-to-participate-in-the-march-for-life-in-washington-dc-on-january-21-2022/
Father Jim Kelleher, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity, who will be preaching this weekend at all the Sunday Masses at the Basilica. He will be inviting parishioners to reflect on their relationships with the Virgin Mary. He will also be giving away Miraculous Medals for free and making available his Scripture DVD for free-will donations.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shared a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time on January 16, 2022.
Dr. Chad Pecknold, an Associate Professor of Theology at The Catholic University of America, is the Basilica's Resident Theologian. In this episode, he talks about plans for the newly formed Institute for Faith and Public Culture at the Basilica. Click here to find out more about two upcoming events he will lead: his inaugural lecture on January 23, 2022, and his seven-week Lenten Book Club on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions" starting March 2, 2022.
Frank Spicer, the Basilica apostolate leader for the Luminaries of Holy Mary, talks about why the message of Fatima is still relevant today and offers a reflection on the Holy Name of Jesus. You're invited to attend their meetings, held on the third Saturday of every month. Click here to learn more.
Bob Whearty, the Basilica pro-life apostolate leader, talks about why he is pro-life, and he encourages parishioners to pray and be a witness to the culture of life. He also shares about the importance of attending the March for Life. You're invited to ride on a bus from the Basilica to the March on Friday morning, Jan. 21. Please sign up to ride along by clicking here.
To find out more about Defending Life Day, on Feb. 9, in Richmond, please click here.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Baptism of the Lord. It was recorded on January 9, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. It was given on January 2, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, offers a reflection on the Fifth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the finding of Jesus in the Temple, during our Communal First Saturday for January. This podcast was recorded on January 1, 2022.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. It was given on December 26, 2021.
A native of the Arlington Diocese, Andy Hickman is the founder of artofworkflow.com, where he helps Catholics glorify God by ordering their work. His recent Theology on Tap talk at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria was entitled "Are You Working Like a Gnostic? The Art & Theology of Workflow."
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. It was recorded on December 19, 2021.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Third Sunday of Advent. It was given on December 12, 2021.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, offers a reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the Holy Rosary, the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, during our Communal First Saturday for December. This reflection was recorded on December 4, 2021.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Second Sunday of Advent. It was given on December 5, 2021.
Win Sheridan, a 1985 graduate of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, successful business leader, and prolific philanthropist, reflects on the faith and character formation he received with the gift of a Catholic education and the many blessings he has experienced. Recognizing his blessings and wanting to share his love of sports and the great role it plays in the life of any young student, Sheridan talks about his visionary gift to the Mary Lead Us Campaign in support of the historic campus renovation and expansion project currently underway at the beloved St. Mary's School.
Helena Briggs is a Catholic sports missionary at the Basilica of Saint Mary. She recently gave a Theology on Tap talk at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria, VA, on her life as a missionary. It was titled “Laborers for His Harvest: Life as a Missionary in the Lord’s Vineyard.” This podcast shares an excerpt from her talk.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the First Sunday of Advent. It was given during November 28, 2021.
In part 2 of a two-part series focusing on the Basilica Giving Tree, today's episode focuses on two pro-life ministries: the Gabriel Project and Project Rachel. My guest is Elizabeth Snodgrass, a co-leader of the Gabriel Project apostolate at the Basilica of Saint Mary, who shares an overview of the the ministries and how people's donations to the Giving Tree will help pregnant women in need. Click here to find out how to donate and to listen to part 1 of the series.
In part 1 of a two-part series focusing on the Basilica Giving Tree, today's episode focuses on the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem. There are two guests: Peter-Anthony Pappas, a Basilica parishioner and a Knight in the Order of Malta who received the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation Medal in 2021; and Michèle Bowe, a dame in the Order of Malta and president of the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation. They share why the hospital stands as a beacon of hope for poor and at-risk families in the Bethlehem region, nearby desert villages and refugee camps and why your donations will be a blessing to the mothers and babies of Bethlehem.
Please click here to donate.
Part two of the series will focus on the Gabriel Project and Project Rachel, which are also part of the Basilica Giving Tree.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. It was recorded on November 21, 2021. The recording includes his appeal during the Mary Lead Us Commitment Weekend to encourage parishioners to donate money to elevate The Basilica School of Saint Mary from its “industrial revolution” campus layout and classroom functionality to a vibrant, secure and inclusive 21st- century school for Christ-centered learning. Click here to learn more.
In the 11th and final episode of the Year of Saint Joseph Podcast Series, Aaron Zanca, the Assistant Director of the Youth and Young Adult Apostolates at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares about the importance of speaking with beauty, as we seek to live and die with the intercession of Saint Joseph.
Alex Solsma, a Seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington and former Director of Communications and Evangelization at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, shared a short reflection in honor of National Vocation Awareness Week. It was recorded at the end of a Mass at the Basilica on November 14, 2021.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on November 14, 2021.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on November 7, 2021.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Third Joyful Mystery, the Birth of Our Lord, during our Communal First Saturday for November. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests will reflect on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month at 8:00 a.m. This podcast was recorded on November 6, 2021.
Cathy Gautreaux is the recording secretary and editor of the newsletter for the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Kavanaugh #54, at the Basilica. She talks about how active the apostolate is and shares how the group is hoping to develop and expand their Junior Catholic Daughters program. To find out more, click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 31, 2021.
Mary Petrino is a Basilica of Saint Mary parishioner and a member of the Order of Malta. In this episode, she talks about the meaning of "Hallowtide" and shares some background about a Catafalque display, so that when you see the display in the Basilica of Saint Mary on All Souls' Day you will have a deeper understanding of its spiritual significance.
There is a reference in the episode to All Saints' Day being a Holy Day. This is ordinarily the case, but the obligation is lifted this year because it falls on a Monday. We still hope to see you at Mass.
Harry and Lynne Dolton are leaders of an apostolate at the Basilica of Saint Mary called the Eucharistic Apostles of the Divine Mercy, which is an apostolate of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe and uses a small group or cenacle format to experience our Catholic faith through the study of Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the Diary of St. Faustina Kowalska. Members are encouraged in the exercise of the faith through the spiritual and corporal works of mercy. Click here for more information
Join the Doltons as they pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet with others after the 12:10 p.m. Mass at the Basilica during the week.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 24, 2021.
Father James Waalkes, a Parochial Vicar at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Falls Church, performed in a concert last night at the Lyceum Auditorium at the Basilica of Saint Mary. His concert was the last event in the Fall 2021 Faith and Culture Series at the Basilica. He played an American folk music-styled concert in honor of the North American martyrs.
In today’s episode, in the 10th installment in our Year of Saint Joseph podcast series, Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a reflection on one of Saint Joseph’s titles: “Mirror of Patience.”
The Basilica releases a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month as part of the Year of Saint Joseph.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 17, 2021.
Bishop Athanasius Schneider will be at the Basilica of Saint Mary on Friday, October 22, 2021, for a Holy Hour with Solemn Vespers, joining Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, and the priests of the Basilica.
In today's episode, I welcome two guests. Suzanne Pearson, a North American Delegate for the Emperor Karl League of Prayer, is a friend of Bishop Schneider's, and she shares some interesting details about the bishop's life and his love for Jesus. The second guest is David Elliott, the Basilica's director of music, who talks about the music he and the Basilica's Schola will play and sing during the evening.
For more information, click here.
This episode features Joel de Loera giving a Theology on Tap talk on October 4, 2021, at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria, VA. His talk was entitled “New Life in Christ: My Story of Conversion and Faith.”
This event was co-sponsored by the Basilica of Saint Mary and the Office of Youth, Campus & Young Adult Ministries.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 10, 2021.
Father James Waalkes, parochial vicar at Saint Anthony of Padua Parish in Falls Church and former transitional deacon at the Basilica of Saint Mary, will present an American folk music-styled concert at the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium on October 19 from 7-8:30 p.m. in honor of the North American martyred saints. In this episode, he talks about music and faith and sings a couple of songs to promote his upcoming concert.
Click here for more information.
The podcast welcomes two guests, Emma Lopo-Sullivan, who talked about the history of Oktoberfest, and Jarrett Lee, one of the leaders of Oktoberfest's organizing committee, who shared about what to expect at this year's event, which will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 2 to 5 p.m. on the grounds and in the gymnasium of the Basilica School of Saint Mary. For more information, click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 3, 2021.
Father Noah Morey, a Chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School and a priest in residence at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offered a reflection on the Second Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Visitation, during our Communal First Saturday for October. This meditation was recorded on October 2, 2021.
As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests will reflect on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month at 8 a.m. Learn more about our Communal First Saturdays and listen to all of our previous Rosary reflections here.
Suzan Cummins, a Basilica parishioner, is a longtime pro-life leader. She understands the importance of Respect Life Sunday, which we celebrate today. In this episode, she talks about her pro-life journey, who her biggest Culture of Life hero is, and she shares some tips on how to teach young people about the value of building a Culture of Life.
Sheena Anderson works at the Basilica of Saint Mary, and she loves to pray the Rosary. In this episode, she talks about who influenced her to develop a love for this Marian devotion and also how praying the Rosary can help build a Culture of Life.
Join others to pray the Rosary on a daily basis during October to end abortion by clicking here.
In honor of today being the feast day of Saint Michael, Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael, the Archangels, Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, recites a prayer to Saint Michael that was written by Pope Leo XIII.
On October 5, 2021, Katie Woltornist, a Basilica of Saint Mary parishioner, will give the next presentation (Praying the Sorrowful Mysteries with Sacred Art) in the Basilica’s Faith and Culture Series at the Lyceum Auditorium, starting at 7 p.m. In this podcast, she talks about why it is invaluable to pray using Sacred Art.
Learn more here. Also check out her ministry, called Behold Visio Divina, here.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on September 26, 2021.
Date Night at the Basilica (DNAB) is a quarterly fellowship event and speaker series focused on living the Sacrament of Marriage. One of the leaders of the DNAB apostolate, Ryan Scirocco, is today's guest on the podcast. She talks about Date Night's first event at the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium, on Oct. 1, and also about the importance of couples taking the time to date and grow in faith.
For more information, email datenightatthebasilica@hotmail.com or click here to register for the event.
On September 21, 2021, as part of the Basilica of Saint Mary’s 2021 Fall Faith and Culture Series, art historian Nora Hamerman shares a deep dive into Dante’s masterpiece, the Divine Comedy, focusing specifically on the third and final part, Paradise. She presented a slide show depicting various great artists illustrating Dante’s work. To see the slides that Mrs. Hamerman refers to, please click on the PowerPoint links below:
https://stmaryoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/PAradise-Part-1-St.-Mary.pdf
https://stmaryoldtown.org/wp-content/uploads/Paradiso-Part-2-St-Mary.pdf
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, talks about the power of going on a pilgrimage and, more specifically, shares about leading a walking pilgrimage next May in Spain, on the Camino de Santiago, the Way of Saint James.
For more information, click here and here.
Erin Cardinal and Ruth Kelly are today's guests. They are Basilica of Saint Mary parishioners and members of an apostolate called Walking with Purpose (WWP), a Catholic Bible study program that aims to bring women to a deeper personal relationship with Jesus. Erin and Ruth talk about about wonderful the WWP community is and how it has helped them grow in faith and fellowship.
WWP will host an open house for the women of the parish on the morning of Oct. 6, 2021, from 9:30-11 a.m. in the Lyceum Auditorium, and the evening of October 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Lyceum. WWP will meet weekly after that with breaks for the holidays and will wrap up during Holy Week.
Daycare is available for the morning session only. To register, please click hereor email Mindee Arritt for information at wwp@stmaryoldtown.org. Your Bible study guide must be purchased separately here.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on September 19, 2021.
Award-winning Catholic author, Mike Aquilina, is our guest in today's ninth installment in our Year of Saint Joseph podcast series, which we release on the 19th of every month. He shares about his relationship with Saint Joseph and explains what's involved in a consecration to Jesus' foster father.
The Basilica of Saint Mary will embark on a parish consecration to Saint Joseph, starting on September 30, 2021 and concluding with the actual consecration to Saint Joseph on November 1.
Click here to learn more.
David Elliott, the Basilica of Saint Mary Music Director, has created the Saint Gregory Children’s Choir School, a four-year program of comprehensive musical training and immersion into the Catholic choral tradition for children, ages 8-12. Children do not need to be a student at the Basilica School of Saint Mary or a parishioner at the Basilica. No prior musical training is required.
In the podcast, he gives an overview of the school and shares why he created it. To learn more about it, click here. Or email David at delliott@stmaryoldtown.org
Our Lord reminds us that whatever we do for the poor among us we do for Him. We hear Him with our hearts and minds, but the daily demands of life can leave us without the opportunity to respond in a most personal way. Becoming a volunteer and/or making a sacrificial donation to our parish’s St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Society is that opportunity.
On the podcast, two of SVdP leaders, Jim Larocco and Pete Bautz, share amazing stories about how the society helps those in need and why the needs lately have been so great.
What makes SVdP unique among all charity providers in Alexandria is that we go to the people who call for help, visiting them in their homes, confirming their need, listening to their challenges, and showing them in the most real way that they are not alone and not forgotten by Our Lord. It is an extraordinary gift to be able to touch someone’s life in this way.
Please join us for our upcoming open house at 314 Duke Street in Alexandria, VA, on September 27, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. to learn more.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded at the Basilica on Sept. 12, 2021
To celebrate the Dante Year (this year is the 700th anniversary of the great poet’s death), Nora Hamerman shares a presentation on Sept. 21, 2021 at the Basilica of Saint Mary's Lyceum from 7:30-9 p.m. to help us travel through his vision of the Afterlife among the Blessed, joined by masterful artists, such as Sandro Botticelli and Salvador Dalí, and the poetry of Geoffrey Chaucer, and the music of Giuseppe Verdi.
Heaven is a very busy place in The Divine Comedy, where the poet deals with astronomy, politics, and history, and affords readers a chance to meet the founders of the great religious orders while showing no patience for clerical corruption.
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Lisa Dolan is a Basilica of Saint Mary parishioner, whose husband, Navy Captain Robert E. Dolan Jr. died during the Sept. 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon. She has been extremely busy lately, but was kind enough to take the time to record into her phone her memories of her husband and the tragic day of 9/11. She talks about her strong faith and the strong faith communities of the parish and Basilica school and why we can never forget what happened on that day.
Dan Ermer is a Basilica of Saint Mary parishioner and one of the leaders of the That Man is You! (TMIY!) apostolate at the parish. TMIY! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive.
In this episode, Dan talks about what led him to join the group and how it's deepened his faith life, transformed him into becoming a better man and led to more authentic friendships with other men of faith.
Aaron Zanca, the Basilica's Assistant Director of Youth and Young Adult Apostolates, shares about an upcoming hike along the Appalachian Trail, in order to arrive at Harpers Ferry’s historic St. Peter's Church. High school students are invited to participate. The event will take place on September 18, 2021. To register your child for the trip, click here.
Father Noah Morey, Chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School and a priest in residence at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on September 5, 2021.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on Annunciation during our Communal First Saturday for September. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests will reflect on a Mystery of the Rosary -- in this particular episode, on the First Joyful Mystery -- on the first Saturday of every month at 8 a.m. This reflection was recorded on September 4, 2021.
Hilary Munger is the Director of Religious Education at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA. In this episode, she shares about the importance of continuing faith formation to grow a relationship with Jesus and how that knowledge inspires her to help others be formed in the faith so that, she hopes and prays, they become the saints that God calls us to be.
If you're interested in becoming Catholic, or learning more about Catholicism, or you're missing the Sacraments, consider checking out the Basilica's Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), which offers an opportunity to meet in a small group setting to learn more about the Catholic faith. An open house/first meeting will be held on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Basilica's Lyceum, 313 Duke Street. For more information on the Basilica's Religious Education Program, in general, contact Hilary by email at hmunger@stmaryoldtown.org, or by phone at (703) 836-4100, ext. 3033
Mariane Staron is the Director of the Basilica of Saint Mary's Youth and Young Adult Apostolates, a position she was named to during the summer. She talks about her faith journey and how she is trying to form a community of youths and young adults who follow Christ as missionary disciples. For more information, please click here: https://stmaryoldtown.org/yaya
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on August 29, 2021.
Monica Favela George and Rebecca McCullers talk about the Basilica of Saint Mary's Saint Katharine Drexel Society (SKDS), which was founded in June of 2020 in response to recent events of racial injustice.
The society prays for the healing of our nation, especially for the historical wounds inflicted by slavery that continue to affect our populace, and in reparation for the sins of racism, past and present. Click here to find out more.
The group prays the Rosary during the Basilica’s Holy Hour on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and meets at other times for prayer and fellowship.
For more information, including about a Sept. 25, 2021, pilgrimage to Philadelphia, click on the following site: https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/7558#divTicketSelection or contact Monica at skdsociety@stmaryoldtown.org.
The Legion of Mary was founded on Sept. 7, 1921 in Dublin, Ireland. It is the largest apostolic organization of lay people in the Catholic Church, with more than three million active members in almost every country of the world. The main purpose of the Legion of Mary is to give glory to God through the sanctification of its members. It has been active in the United States since 1931 and was endorsed by the Second Vatican Council.
The Basilica of Saint Mary would love for you to find out more by listening to this podcast with the president of the Basilica's Legion, Adria Tayrani, who shares about her journey of faith, diving deep into the graces she's discovered through deepening her relationship with the Blessed Mother, which were aided by belonging to the Legion.
To find out more, click here.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on August 22, 2021.
Carlos Briceño, the Basilica of Saint Mary's Director of Communications and Evangelization, reflects on the power of silence in St. Joseph's life and how silence can help us grow closer to God.
This is the eighth installment in our Year of Saint Joseph Series. During this year, the Basilica will release a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month.
Our complete podcast archive, which features more talks and interviews, is located here.
The Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast is also available for download on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Joel Doolin, a Basilica of Saint Mary parishioner, belongs to F3, a national network including 2,814 free, peer-led workouts for men in 186 regions. F3, which stands for fitness, fellowship and faith, is a men's apostolate at the Basilica. The men meet every Saturday in front of the Basilica at 5 a.m. before heading off to start their workout at a nearby park.
Listen to Joel talk about what benefits he gets, physically and spiritually, from attending the workouts.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It was recorded on Aug. 15, 2021.
The Basilica will host a Mass with Healing Service at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 14. Celebrating the Mass will be Fr. John Melmer, former parochial vicar at the Basilica and a member of the Catholic Healing Ministry of the Diocese of Arlington (http://www.healingministry.net). The evening begins with the Mass of the day. In receiving the Eucharist, we are touched by Christ, healed, reconciled and spiritually nourished. After Mass, if they wish, those attending are invited to pray individually with the priest or a member of the lay healing ministry team.(This is not the anointingof the sick.) The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available.
Jordan Evans, a seminarian in the Diocese of Arlington, offers a reflection on the Institution of the Eucharist during our Communal First Saturday for August.
It is part of a series of reflections on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month at 8 a.m. Jordan's reflection dealt with the Fifth Luminous Mystery. The podcast was recorded on August 8, 2021.
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Father Noah Morey, Chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School and a priest in residence at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on Aug. 8, 2021.
In this Year of Saint Joseph, come aside to rest a while and meditate at our Arlington Diocesan Retreat Center at the edge of the Shenandoah Mountains in White Post, VA.
Father John Riley will offer Mass, confessions and conferences during this silent retreat for men who would like to learn from Saint Joseph how to live, pray and draw nearer to Jesus — and by His Grace — become “men after Christ’s Own Heart.”
The retreat will be held on Sept. 17-19, 2021.
In this podcast listen to Fr. Riley talk about why it's important for men to attend this retreat as a way to model themselves after St. Joseph and Bill Beach, a Basilica parishioner, shares about the importance of attending retreats.
For more information and registration materials, email Father John Riley at retreat@sacredheartwinchester.org or Bill Beach, Basilica Rosary Society, at wbeachkoc459@gmail.com.
Deadline to register is Aug. 31, 2021. A women’s silent retreat is planned for Dec. 3-5, 2021.
Mary Lenaburg is a full-time Catholic speaker and author of "Be Brave in the Scared," which earned a 2020 Excellence in Publishing Award from the Association of Catholic Publishers. Her second book, "Be Bold in the Broken," was published earlier this year.
The title of her talk at our Theology on Tap series, recorded on Aug. 2, 2021, was "Our Lady of Sorrows - Cause of Our Joy."
Suffering comes to us all. Our Lady’s example of bearing suffering well leads us to a closer relationship with her Son. Sharing personal stories of how Our Lady has walked with her throughout difficult seasons, Lenaburg provided practical steps to assist you to not just survive the seasons of challenge but thrive with Our Lady at your side.
Theology on Tap is a monthly speaker series for young adults. These events occur on the first Monday of every month at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily for the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded at the Basilica on Aug. 1, 2021
Bishop Michael F. Burbidge prayed with the Basilica of Saint Mary community, in Alexandria, VA, during a Holy Hour hosted by the Saint Katharine Drexel Society on July 28, 2021.
This podcast was Bishop Burbidge's reflection during the Holy Hour.
The society was founded in June of 2020 in response to recent events of racial injustice. The society prays for the healing of our nation, especially for the historical wounds inflicted by slavery that continue to affect our populace, and in reparation for the sins of racism, past and present.
The group prays the Rosary during the Basilica’s Holy Hour on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and meets at other times for prayer and fellowship. Father David Dufresne is the group’s chaplain.
Catholic teaching encourages reparations not only for our own sins, but through the virtue of the Communion of the Saints and the oneness of the mystical Body of Christ, to also make reparation for the sins of others.
Through our prayers, we ask God to repair the spiritual damage that has been done and to heal our community, our state, our country, and the world.
For more information, go to https://stmaryoldtown.org/apostolate/saint-katharine-drexel-society/
For more information, contact the apostolate leader Monica Favela at skdsociety@stmaryoldtown.org.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Seventeenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was recorded on July 25, 2021.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on July 18, 2021.
Diocese of Arlington Seminarian Alex Solsma reflects on Saint John XXIII’s Devotion to Saint Joseph in this edition of the Basilica of Saint Mary podcast.
This is the seventh installment in our Year of Saint Joseph Series. During this year, the Basilica will release a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month.
Alex is the former Director of Communications and Evangelization at the Basilica of Saint Mary. He will soon begin studying for the priesthood at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Wynnewood, PA, near Philadelphia.
Our complete podcast archive, which features more talks and interviews, is located here. The Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast is also available for download on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Father Noah Morey, Chaplain at Bishop Ireton High School and a priest in residence at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on July 11, 2021.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Helena Briggs, a missionary with Catholic Sports, talks about sports and the spiritual life on this edition of The Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast.
A Front Royal native, Helena was a student athlete at Christendom College before becoming a sports missionary in Northern Virginia. Catholic Sports is a growing national faith-based ministry that builds authentic community by organizing sports leagues. Learn more about Catholic Sports here.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Father Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Transfiguration during our Communal First Saturday for July. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests will reflect on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month at 8:00 am. This podcast was recorded on July 3, 2021.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Father Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Fourteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was recorded on July 4, 2021.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
A conversation with Father Joseph Townsend, the new Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, is featured on this edition of The Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast.
Listen to episode 101 of the podcast if you'd like to hear Father Joseph's vocation story. That conversation was recorded last summer when he served here as a deacon.
This is the first priestly assignment for Father Joseph. He was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Michael Burbidge on June 5 at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on June 27, 2021.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Father Nicholas Blank reflects on his ministry at the Basilica of Saint Mary in a conversation with Alex Solsma, the Basilica’s Director of Communications and Evangelization, on this edition of The Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast.
Father Nicholas will begin his new assignment as Parochial Vicar at Saint John the Evangelist Parish in Warrenton on June 24. He has served as a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary since his ordination to the priesthood in 2019.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Father Nicholas Blank, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on June 20, 2021.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
Diocese of Arlington Seminarian Jordan Evans reflects on Saint Joseph as a model of chastity.
This is the sixth installment in our Year of Saint Joseph Series. During this Year of Saint Joseph, the Basilica will release a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.