As our world experiences widespread and accelerating polarization, violence, and war,there is a corresponding increase in the study and call for advancing nonviolence andjust peace. As the signs-of-the times point…
Recently, I attended the funeral of my college roommate’s mother – Beth, whom I had known since we moved into the dorm so long ago. Beth lived a full life…
Last May, I was invited to speak to the adults to be confirmed as Catholics at Pentecost in our Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA) program about “What’s Next” in their…
Hello! By way of introduction, my name is Julie Craven, and I am delighted to join The Basilica of Saint Mary staff as Director of Marketing. A condo in downtown…
As the earth cycles annually through its seasons, so too does the Church distinguish different seasons of the year. It marks these revolving liturgical seasons with intention, changing color, incense,…
It’s an exciting time at The Basilica. We are on the cusp of a once in a lifetime opportunity to leave a legacy of beauty and inspiration for future generations.…
I always enjoy hearing what members of our community are looking forward to at The Basilica. Couples will tell me how excited they are for their wedding and parents with…
As we prayerfully plan programming for the upcoming year at The Basilica, we have been drawn to the theme of Hope. Pope Benedict XVI offered a powerful and provocative Encyclical…