Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast

As part of the diocesan series called "Legacy of Vatican Council II Talks," Father Noah Morey, the Diocesan Vocations Director who used to be a priest-in-residence at the Basilica, gave a talk on Sacrosanctum Concilium - Latin for "This Sacred Council" - on Thursday evening, October 22, 2026, in Christ Child Hall at the Basilica School of Saint Mary.

Dr. Richard K. Howick, director of the Fulton J. Sheen Excellence in Preaching Initiative at Catholic University of America, shares a talk on the legacy of Fulton Sheen in the American Catholic community in the age of AI. It was given in the Lyceum Auditorium on October 27, 2026.

Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily for All Saints Day. It was given in the Basilica on November 1, 2026.

The monthly series called "What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, shares about a book called "Grieving with Christ,"  a pocket-sized book of 30 meditations that will help you navigate the tumultuous and confusing emotions, like emptiness, relief, guilt, and fear, that often accompany the death of a loved one. Each meditation includes a Scripture passage, a brief reflection and a short prayer. 
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.

Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week's episode, Fr. Hathaway reflects on All Souls' and All Saints Days. 
Reminder: 
As part of Bishop Burbidge's "Pray. Fast. Vote No" campaign, the bishop is asking that parishioners do the following: 
Pray: Join us in the Basilica after the 5 p.m. Sunday Mass this Sunday to pray the rosary, led by a member of the Catholic Friends' apostolate. Also, pray with us during the Stations of the Cross tomorrow evening, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m.
Fast: On Sunday, fast from social media. On Fridays, commit to one daily meal and no meat.
Click here for more information. 
Also, all married couples of all ages: this November, the Basilica invites you to four workshops focused on building a stronger, more connected marriage, using the curriculum of the RelateWell Institute. 

Come attend on the following four Tuesdays: November 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 6-8 p.m. in our Lyceum Auditorium, 313 Duke Street.

Learn more about the upcoming RelateWell Workshops and register here