Commitment to the Next Generation
Building on our past and looking to our future
The Spring issue of BASILICA magazine is now available. This edition highlights our ongoing restoration efforts and celebrates the Basilica’s 100th anniversary as a designated basilica.
Pick up a copy in the church or read it online.
Thank you to our dedicated volunteers whose time and talent make this publication possible. BASILICA magazine is proudly sponsored by The Basilica Landmark.
The Symphony of Stained Glass Windows
Dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary
Johan van Parys, PhD
Restoring America’s First Basilica
Renewing and revitalizing a sacred landmark
Julie Craven
Support The Restoration
A once-in-a-lifetime gift
Fr. Daniel Griffith
Celebrating 100 Years
As America’s first basilica
Photos by Ken Fournelle
Restoration Work In Progress
A comprehensive multi-phase project
Photos by Mae Desaire
Life In 1926
A year in the life of a growing city and parish
Heather Craig
LUMINISCENCE Light. Sound. Story.
International immersive experience comes to The Basilica
Mae Desaire
Generations of Grace at The Basilica
Faith handed on, lived out, and shared
Melissa Streit
A Conversation With Michelle And Bill Pohlad
Honorary campaign co-chairs
Johan van Parys, PhD
Liturgical Design For The Renewed Basilica
Sacred spaces and experiences
Mae Desaire