Welcome to Mary, Queen of the Universe

Basilica and National Shrine

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Our Prayer For You

Blessed Mother, may your grace envelop all who walk these grounds that they may find peace, comfort, rest and love in your Son always waiting for them here. Grant these, your pilgrims, safe passage back to their homes and may our love and prayers follow them as lights in their hearts for all of their days. | Submit a Prayer Request >


Daily Mass

Monday - Friday, 9:00am and 12:00pm | Saturday, 12:00pm

Weekend Mass

Saturday (6:00pm) | Sunday, (8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm)

Polish Mass

Sunday 2:30pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Monday - Friday (10:00am - 11:30am; 2:00pm - 4:00pm) | Saturday (10:00am - 4:00pm) | Sunday (9:00am-12:00pm)

Basilica Hours

Monday - Friday (8:30am - 5:00pm) | Saturday (10:00am - 7:00pm) | Sunday (7:00am - 2:00pm)

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Upcoming Events at the Basilica

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January 17, 2025

January 17, 2025

Mass for Life Join Bishop John Noonan and Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe rector,…

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January 19, 2025

January 19, 2025

The celebration of Greccio: 800 years of the beloved Nativity scene. Francesco Bernardone, son of a wealthy merchant in Assisi,…

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February 1, 2025

February 1, 2025

Join us in a reflection about the Blessed Mother presented by Father Anthony Aarons. “A Sword Will Pierce Your Own…

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February 15, 2025

February 15, 2025

Join us for a Pilgrimage of the Sick. When February 15, 2025 9:00 a.m. Meditation 12:00 p.m. Mass with The…

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April 27, 2025

April 27, 2025

Join us for a Pilgrimage of Mercy. More details to come! When April 27, 2025 Where Basilica of the National…

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May 11, 2025

May 11, 2025

Join us for a Pilgrimage of Mothers. More details to come! When May 11, 2025 Where Basilica of the National…

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