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Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast

Mar 29, 2021

Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for Palm Sunday. It was recorded on March 28, 2021. 

Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church...


Mar 22, 2021

Father John Riley gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Fifth Sunday of Lent. It was recorded on March 21, 2021. Father Riley is Parochial Vicar at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Winchester and serves at San Damiano Diocesan Retreat Center in White Post.

Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old...


Mar 19, 2021

Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, reflects on Saint Joseph's role as the Terror of Demons.

This is the third installment in our Year of Saint Joseph Series. During this Year of Saint Joseph, the Basilica will release a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month. 

Founded...


Mar 16, 2021

Erin Thielman, a parishioner and school parent at the Basilica School of Saint Mary, shares her experiences of raising a son with Down syndrome. This Sunday, March 21st, is World Down Syndrome Day.

Erin is a Catholic writer and speaker. She also is a pro-life advocate, particularly on behalf of people with...


Mar 15, 2021

Father Wade Menezes, CPM, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Fourth Sunday of Lent. It was recorded on March 14, 2021. Father Wade is at the Basilica of our Lenten parish mission.

Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in...