Jun 18, 2019
It was recently announced by the Diocese of Arlington that Father Andrew Haissig, who has served as Parochial Vicar at Saint Mary since June of 2015, has been appointed as a Parochial Vicar at Saint Louis Parish in Alexandria. Father Andrew reflects on his four years at the Basilica in this conversation with...
Jun 12, 2019
Alex Solsma interviews Jonathan Smith, a seminarian for the
Diocese of Arlington, whose home parish is the Basilica of Saint
Mary. He describes his journey to the seminary and what his plans
are for this summer.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria
is the first Catholic parish established...
Jun 5, 2019
Alex Solsma interviews Tony Bennett, a seminarian for the
Diocese of Arlington who will be spending his summer at the
Basilica of Saint Mary for his summer assignment. Bennett describes
his journey from working professionally as a pipefitter to entering
the seminary.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old...
Jun 3, 2019
Janet Cantwell, Principal at the Basilica School of Saint Mary,
will be retiring at the end of June. She has been in education for
35 years, including in her current role at Saint Mary's for the
last 12 years. Alex Solsma talks with Mrs. Cantwell as she prepares
for her retirement.
Founded in 1795, the Basilica of...