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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.

Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast The Basilica of Saint Mary

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 24 Ratings

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.

    Episode 541: What Are the Sisters Reading for the Month of May?

    Episode 541: What Are the Sisters Reading for the Month of May?

    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.

    • 16 min
    Episode 540: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Fifth Sunday of Easter

    Episode 540: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Fifth Sunday of Easter

    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. 

    • 10 min
    Episode 539: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Easter

    Episode 539: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Easter

    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. 

    • 14 min
    Episode 538: Dr. Chad Pecknold Shares Part 2 of His Talk Called "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?"

    Episode 538: Dr. Chad Pecknold Shares Part 2 of His Talk Called "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?"

    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. 

    • 1 hr 32 min
    Episode 537: Dr. Chad Pecknold Shares Part 1 of His Talk Called "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?"

    Episode 537: Dr. Chad Pecknold Shares Part 1 of His Talk Called "Whither the Catholic Mission to America?"

    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. 

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Episode 536: Father Jerome Magat Shares a Homily for the Second Sunday of Easter

    Episode 536: Father Jerome Magat Shares a Homily for the Second Sunday of Easter

    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. 

    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

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24 Ratings

a_g_usa ,

Great homilies and great resource for prayers

I have many of these podcasts saved for when I want extra help in my prayer life. The rosaries, the litanies, and the homilies all add to my spiritual life. Thank you for posting. I also enjoy the occasional talks.

cjloc3 ,

Thank You & Request

I’m new to St. Mary’s Basilica and am enjoying the podcasts. I was told George Washington was instrumental in establishing St. Mary’s Church within the bounds of the city of Alexandria at a time when Catholic Churches were denied that privilege. A podcast about the history of the establishment and growth of the Basilica would be interesting and welcome. Thank you.

Joe Castillo Grand Knight ,

Knights of Columbus

Excellent job on these pod casts!

Joe Castillo
Grand Knight
Fitzgerald Council 459

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