Anyone who is an even intermittent reader of my social media posts knows that I am quite enamored with the British Royal Family. My interest started at age nine, when…
MoreIn his homily on All Saints Day, Fr. Daniel Griffith spoke of the challenges we face in our society and in our church: We live in a time of deep…
MoreThe year 2023 has passed by in a blur. As I consider all that has happened my heart is filled with gratitude. My circle of friends and my colleagues at…
MoreI had the opportunity to spend a few days with my brother and sister-in-law in New York, recently. My brother is suffering from ALS and is experiencing deep and significant…
MoreIt’s back to school time and our Faith Formation programs are getting ready to welcome students back. At The Basilica we offer a vibrant selection of programs for children, families,…
More“I am looking for a church and a community and have a few questions about Catholicism.” Amidst a myriad of emails, this simple yet profound entreaty last week immediately stood…
MoreThe Basilica of Saint Mary has many ministries that invite people to connect at important transitional moments of their lives. Something may happen that sparks a need to reach out…
MoreAccording to Pew Research, there are currently around 3 million Black Catholics in the United States. This makes up about 4% of American Catholics. The history of Black Catholics in…
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