The Mass celebrated by Pope Francis on the East Portico of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception overlooking the Mall of The Catholic University of America on Sept. 23, 2015, stands as a symbol of the close relationship between the National Shrine of the Catholic Church in America and the Church’s national university. Show
Towering behind the outdoor papal altar that was specially designed by Catholic University architecture students was the largest Catholic church in North America and one of the 10 largest churches in the world. The cross atop the Great Dome of the Basilica rose 237 feet above the pontiff. The dome, made of blue and yellow polychrome tiles and 108 feet in diameter, provided a beautiful background image for attendees’ photos, as well as their memories. When Pope Francis looked out at the congregation he had an impressive view of his own — the landscape and architecture of the largest and greenest college campus in Washington, D.C. Framing the Mall, he saw some of the University’s most historic buildings, such as the Collegiate Gothic-style Father O’Connell Hall (built in 1914) and Gibbons Hall (built in 1911) and the Romanesque-style McMahon Hall (built in 1892). To anyone witnessing this historic moment there was no divide between the University and the Basilica. The historic outdoor papal Mass took place in one spectacular location. The Basilica, once part of the University, is now a separate entity. But the two Catholic institutions share a close and seamless relationship. “The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is integral to our University community,” says President John Garvey. ”It not only adds to the beauty of our campus, but to our faith life as well. From regular Sunday worship in the lower Crypt Church to our University-wide Mass of the Holy Spirit in the Great Upper Church that marks the beginning of our academic year to our annual Commencement ceremonies, the Basilica is the setting for many of the University’s most important moments,” says Garvey. With support from Pope Pius X in 1913, Bishop Thomas J. Shahan, the fourth rector of Catholic University, launched a fund-raising campaign that culminated in the laying of the cornerstone of a church dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary on Sept. 23, 1920 — exactly 95 years before Pope Francis became the first pontiff to celebrate Mass at the Basilica. The first Mass was held in the National Shrine on Easter Sunday 1924. The Crypt Church was completed in 1926. The Great Depression and World War II put construction of the Great Upper Church superstructure on hold. The National Shrine incorporated separately from the University in 1948. Construction resumed in 1955 and was completed in 1959. “Since the inception of the Shrine, the University and the National Shrine have been intimately involved, especially regarding the spiritual life of the University,” says Monsignor Walter R. Rossi, Basilica rector. “To this day we continue to collaborate with annual events such as the Christmas Concert for Charity, student convocations, the Mass of the Holy Spirit, and Commencement exercises.” “It would be hard to imagine the University without the Basilica,” adds Garvey. “We are fortunate to share such a strong relationship with ‘America’s Catholic Church’ and its staff.” Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate ConceptionThe Archdiocese of Washington produces a weekly Sunday TV Mass filmed in the Crypt Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. It is a wonderful ministry for those members of our Catholic family who are unable to be physically present with a local worshipping community for the Sunday Eucharistic Liturgy. Donate to support the tv mass The Mass airs every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on WDCW-50
The Sunday TV Mass is available to watch anytime on the National Shrine’s YouTube channel. Celebrate! A Newsletter for Viewers and Friends of the Sunday TV MassThe 2022 Saint Joseph Sunday Missal is available to orderThis pocket-sized missal is a wonderful tool to help TV Mass viewers to understand the Mass and actively participate in it. The missal provides each Sunday’s prayers, readings and responses so viewers can unite with the prayers of the priest and recite or sing their parts with understanding and devotion. It includes the Order of Mass in two colors and large type with the People’s Parts in bold type for quick identification and an updated hymnal section with over 90 popular hymns, as well as many prayers. Order your copy by calling Claudia Cheek at 301-853-4516 or [email protected]. Contact Claudia Cheek in the Office of Communications at [email protected] or 301-853-4516 for more information. What time is the mass at the basilica in Washington DC?Daily Masses (Monday-Saturday)
7:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
What is the biggest Catholic church in the United States?The shrine is the largest Catholic church building in North America, and one of the largest in the world.
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. Is there parking at the basilica DC?Parking is also available in the parking lot for the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Harewood Road. A map of available parking options can be found here.
Why is the basilica of the Immaculate Conception important?Designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a National Sanctuary of Prayer and Pilgrimage, the Basilica is the nation's preeminent Marian shrine, dedicated to the patroness of the United States; the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate Conception.
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