Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
511 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsFounded 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.
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Episode 309: Basilica Lay Speakers Talk about Giving to the Bishop's Lenten Appeal
February 14, 2022 02:48 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, listen to several lay speakers talk about why it's important to give to the Bishop's Lenten Appeal, which supports our Diocese in its mission of sharing the love and mercy of Christ through serving the needy, educating and forming youth, encouraging vocations, promoting a culture of life and assisting the clergy, religious, and lay people who help build and strengthen our diocesan Church. The short talks were recorded during the Masses at the Basilica on on February 12-13, 2...
Episode 308: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 13, 2022 23:52 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBFather Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on February 13, 2022.
Episode 307: Sister Angela de Fatima Coelho Talks about Our Lady of Fatima and the Luminaries of Mary
February 10, 2022 19:19 - 16 minutes - 22 MBToday's episode features Sister Angela de Fatima Coelho, MD, ASM, a world-renowned expert and speaker on the Messages of Our Lady of Fatima. She shares about the Luminaries of Mary and about the Eucharistic Message of Our Lady of Fatima, which is the title of her morning reflection in the Basilica's Lyceum Auditorium (313 Duke Street) on Saturday, March 12, from 10-11 a.m. To learn more about her morning reflection, click here. For more information on the Luminaries of Mary and the M...
Episode 306: A Basilica Parishioner Is on a Mission to Put on a Retreat Called ACTS at the Basilica
February 09, 2022 21:57 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBTushar Suthar, a Basilica parishioner, attended an ACTS retreat several years ago, and it greatly impacted his life and faith life. He wants to bring this retreat to the Basilica, but, in order for it to occur here, he has to form a team of lay people, both men and women, who have attended the ACTS retreat in the past. So, his prayer is that he will hear from people who have attended an ACTS retreat. If you have, please email him at the following email address: [email protected] If you...
Episode 305: Dr. Chad Pecknold Talks about an Upcoming Lenten Book Club on Saint Augustine's "Confessions" He Will Be Leading
February 08, 2022 22:39 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBThe Institute for Faith & Public Culture at the Basilica has another event coming up. In this episode, Dr. Chad Pecknold, the Institute's Resident Theologian, talks about a Lenten Book Club he will be leading next month. Called "A Lenten Journey Through Saint Augustine’s Confessions,” the five-week series is designed as a guided book club and penitential discipline during Lent, starting on March 9, running for five consecutive Wednesdays, and ending on April 6, 2022. The book club will take ...
Episode 304: A Spotlight on the Saint Labre Community for Adults with Mental Health Conditions
February 07, 2022 21:05 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBKirsten Obadal is the founding peer member of the Saint Labre Community for Adults with Mental Health Conditions, a Basilica apostolate that emphasizes peer supported recovery – growing in healing and holiness through the intercession and fellowship of their peers, who also walk the continuous journey of mental health recovery. In this episode, she talks about the community and why this apostolate is so important to her. On Sunday evening, February 27, 2022, she will be hosting a a free Zoom...
Episode 303: Father Joseph Townsend Shares a First Communal Saturday Reflection on the First Luminous Mystery of the Rosary
February 07, 2022 00:25 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBFather Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a First Communal Saturday reflection on the First Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, the Baptism of the Lord. It was given on February 5, 2022.
Episode 302: Father David Dufresne's Homily for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 07, 2022 00:19 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBFather David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given on February 6, 2022.
Episode 301: Celebrating National Catholic Schools Week with Patrick and Maura Burchette (Part 3)
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 11 MBThe Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week this week with a three-part podcast conversation series with our parish school's students, graduates, and school alumni/parents. In the third and final part of the series, today's guests are a married couple, Patrick and Maura Burchette, both of whom graduated from the Basilica School and now send their children there. They talk about the biggest lessons about faith and life they learned at the school and why they ...
Episode 300: Celebrating National Catholic Schools Week with Helen Milito (Part 2)
February 02, 2022 12:00 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBThe Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week this week with a three-part podcast conversation series with our parish school's students, graduates, and school alumni/parents. In part two, today's guest, Miss Helen Milito, a rising Class of 2022 student, reflects on her experiences and the support she received at The Basilica School of Saint Mary.
Episode 299: Celebrating National Catholic Schools Week with Elizabeth McMahon (Part 1)
February 01, 2022 14:24 - 6 minutes - 8.51 MBThe Basilica of Saint Mary celebrates the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week this week with a three-part podcast conversation series with our parish school's students, graduates, and school alumni/parents. Today's guest, Miss Elizabeth McMahon, a Class of 2020 graduate of The Basilica School of Saint Mary and current sophomore at Bishop Ireton Catholic High School, reflects on how her formative education at Saint Mary's has prepared and shaped her life thus far.
Episode 298: Father Joseph Townsend's Homily for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 30, 2022 23:38 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBFather Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given on January 30, 2022.
Episode 297: Pray with the Legion of Mary as They Recite Their Daily Prayers
January 29, 2022 11:30 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MBFather Joseph Townsend, the spiritual director of the Basilica Legion of Mary, leads several Legion members in reciting the Tessera, a leaflet that contains the prayers Legion members pray on a daily basis. By praying these prayers each day, you are part of the auxiliary membership of the Legion. If you are interested in joining the Legion of Mary, please email Adria at [email protected]. Click here to find out more info on the Legion and also to learn about the Junior Legion of Mar...
Episode 296: Dr. Chad Pecknold's Inaugural Lecture for The Institute for Faith & Public Culture
January 24, 2022 15:51 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBDr. Chad Pecknold, an associate professor of theology at The Catholic University of America and the resident theologian at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gave the inaugural lecture of the Institute for Faith & Public Culture. His talk was titled “Sacred Fire: How the Church’s Faith Became Integral to the Ancient City, and Can Become So Again!” It was given on January 23, 2022, at the Basilica Lyceum Auditorium. For more information on the Institute, please go to the following website: https://s...
Episode 295: Father Jim Kelleher's Homily for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 24, 2022 00:37 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBFather Jim Kelleher, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity who is visiting the Basilica, shared a homily at the Basilica on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on January 23, 2022.
Episode 294: Pro-Life Voices from Basilica March for Life Participants
January 22, 2022 16:59 - 5 minutes - 7.56 MBIn this episode, you will hear several short testimonies from Basilica participants who were part of two busloads who traveled to walk in the 2022 March for Life in Washington, D.C., on January 21, 2022. Click on the following site to see photos from the March: https://stmaryoldtown.org/join-other-basilica-parishioners-to-participate-in-the-march-for-life-in-washington-dc-on-january-21-2022/
Episode 293: Father Jim Kelleher Talks about the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Rosary and the Miraculous Medal
January 21, 2022 23:13 - 9 minutes - 13 MBFather Jim Kelleher, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity, who will be preaching this weekend at all the Sunday Masses at the Basilica. He will be inviting parishioners to reflect on their relationships with the Virgin Mary. He will also be giving away Miraculous Medals for free and making available his Scripture DVD for free-will donations.
Episode 292: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 16, 2022
January 18, 2022 13:22 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBFather Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shared a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time on January 16, 2022.
Episode 291: Dr. Chad Pecknold Talks about The Institute for Faith & Public Culture at the Basilica
January 13, 2022 15:10 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBDr. Chad Pecknold, an Associate Professor of Theology at The Catholic University of America, is the Basilica's Resident Theologian. In this episode, he talks about plans for the newly formed Institute for Faith and Public Culture at the Basilica. Click here to find out more about two upcoming events he will lead: his inaugural lecture on January 23, 2022, and his seven-week Lenten Book Club on Saint Augustine’s "Confessions" starting March 2, 2022.
Episode 290: A Spotlight on the Luminaries of Holy Mary Fatima Prayer Group and the Holy Name of Jesus
January 12, 2022 22:06 - 15 minutes - 21.8 MBFrank Spicer, the Basilica apostolate leader for the Luminaries of Holy Mary, talks about why the message of Fatima is still relevant today and offers a reflection on the Holy Name of Jesus. You're invited to attend their meetings, held on the third Saturday of every month. Click here to learn more.
Episode 289: Basilica Pro-Life Apostolate Leader Talks about the Importance of Attending the Upcoming March for Life
January 11, 2022 14:45 - 13 minutes - 19 MBBob Whearty, the Basilica pro-life apostolate leader, talks about why he is pro-life, and he encourages parishioners to pray and be a witness to the culture of life. He also shares about the importance of attending the March for Life. You're invited to ride on a bus from the Basilica to the March on Friday morning, Jan. 21. Please sign up to ride along by clicking here. To find out more about Defending Life Day, on Feb. 9, in Richmond, please click here.
Episode 288: Father Joseph Townsend's Homily for the Baptism of the Lord
January 10, 2022 14:02 - 13 minutes - 18 MBFather Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Baptism of the Lord. It was recorded on January 9, 2022.
Episode 287: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Epiphany of the Lord, January 2, 2022
January 03, 2022 02:54 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. It was given on January 2, 2022.
Episode 286: Father Edward Hathaway Reflects on the Fifth Joyful Mystery of the Holy Rosary
January 01, 2022 18:28 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBFather Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, offers a reflection on the Fifth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the finding of Jesus in the Temple, during our Communal First Saturday for January. This podcast was recorded on January 1, 2022.
Episode 285: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
December 27, 2021 01:35 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. It was given on December 26, 2021.
Episode 284: A Theology on Tap Talk by Andy Hickman
December 22, 2021 16:11 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MBA native of the Arlington Diocese, Andy Hickman is the founder of artofworkflow.com, where he helps Catholics glorify God by ordering their work. His recent Theology on Tap talk at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria was entitled "Are You Working Like a Gnostic? The Art & Theology of Workflow."
Episode 283: Father David Dufresne's Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 19, 2021
December 19, 2021 20:36 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MBFather David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. It was recorded on December 19, 2021.
Episode 282: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Third Sunday of Advent, Dec. 12, 2021
December 12, 2021 20:44 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Third Sunday of Advent. It was given on December 12, 2021.
Episode 281: Father David Dufresne Shares a Reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the Holy Rosary
December 06, 2021 00:56 - 13 minutes - 17.9 MBFather David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, offers a reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the Holy Rosary, the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, during our Communal First Saturday for December. This reflection was recorded on December 4, 2021.
Episode 280: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Second Sunday of Advent, December 5, 2021
December 05, 2021 23:42 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica during the Second Sunday of Advent. It was given on December 5, 2021.
Episode 279: Win Sheridan Talks About the Importance of Giving Back to Alexandria, VA's, Basilica School of Saint Mary
December 01, 2021 18:03 - 13 minutes - 18.3 MBWin Sheridan, a 1985 graduate of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, successful business leader, and prolific philanthropist, reflects on the faith and character formation he received with the gift of a Catholic education and the many blessings he has experienced. Recognizing his blessings and wanting to share his love of sports and the great role it plays in the life of any young student, Sheridan talks about his visionary gift to the Mary Lead Us Campaign in support of the historic campus...
Episode 278: Helena Briggs Talks about Her Life as a Catholic Missionary
November 29, 2021 20:50 - 59 minutes - 81.2 MBHelena Briggs is a Catholic sports missionary at the Basilica of Saint Mary. She recently gave a Theology on Tap talk at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria, VA, on her life as a missionary. It was titled “Laborers for His Harvest: Life as a Missionary in the Lord’s Vineyard.” This podcast shares an excerpt from her talk.
Episode 277: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the First Sunday of Advent
November 29, 2021 03:20 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the First Sunday of Advent. It was given during November 28, 2021.
Episode 276: The Basilica Giving Tree to Help the Gabriel Project and Project Rachel, Part 2
November 23, 2021 13:40 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBIn part 2 of a two-part series focusing on the Basilica Giving Tree, today's episode focuses on two pro-life ministries: the Gabriel Project and Project Rachel. My guest is Elizabeth Snodgrass, a co-leader of the Gabriel Project apostolate at the Basilica of Saint Mary, who shares an overview of the the ministries and how people's donations to the Giving Tree will help pregnant women in need. Click here to find out how to donate and to listen to part 1 of the series.
Episode 275: The Basilica Giving Tree to Help the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem, Part 1
November 22, 2021 19:13 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBIn part 1 of a two-part series focusing on the Basilica Giving Tree, today's episode focuses on the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem. There are two guests: Peter-Anthony Pappas, a Basilica parishioner and a Knight in the Order of Malta who received the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation Medal in 2021; and Michèle Bowe, a dame in the Order of Malta and president of the Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation. They share why the hospital stands as a beacon of hope for poor and ...
Episode 274: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
November 22, 2021 02:23 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. It was recorded on November 21, 2021. The recording includes his appeal during the Mary Lead Us Commitment Weekend to encourage parishioners to donate money to elevate The Basilica School of Saint Mary from its “industrial revolution” campus layout and classroom functionality to a vibrant, secure and in...
Episode 273: The Importance of Speaking with Beauty When Praying and Talking to Others
November 19, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBIn the 11th and final episode of the Year of Saint Joseph Podcast Series, Aaron Zanca, the Assistant Director of the Youth and Young Adult Apostolates at the Basilica of Saint Mary, shares about the importance of speaking with beauty, as we seek to live and die with the intercession of Saint Joseph.
Episode 272: Alex Solsma Shares an Inspiring Message to Those Considering a Vocation to the Priesthood and Religious Life
November 15, 2021 02:37 - 3 minutes - 4.19 MBAlex Solsma, a Seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington and former Director of Communications and Evangelization at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, shared a short reflection in honor of National Vocation Awareness Week. It was recorded at the end of a Mass at the Basilica on November 14, 2021.
Episode 271: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 15, 2021 02:19 - 14 minutes - 20 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on November 14, 2021.
Episode 270: Father David Dufresne's Homily for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 08, 2021 18:56 - 14 minutes - 19.8 MBFather David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on November 7, 2021.
Episode 269: Father Joseph Townsend Reflects on the Birth of Our Lord
November 08, 2021 18:32 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MBFather Joseph Townsend, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a reflection on the Third Joyful Mystery, the Birth of Our Lord, during our Communal First Saturday for November. As part of our Communal First Saturdays, one of our priests will reflect on a Mystery of the Rosary on the first Saturday of every month at 8:00 a.m. This podcast was recorded on November 6, 2021.
Episode 268: Cathy Gautreaux Shines a Spotlight on the Basilica's Catholic Daughters Apostolate
November 04, 2021 18:09 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBCathy Gautreaux is the recording secretary and editor of the newsletter for the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Kavanaugh #54, at the Basilica. She talks about how active the apostolate is and shares how the group is hoping to develop and expand their Junior Catholic Daughters program. To find out more, click here.
Episode 267: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 01, 2021 03:36 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 31, 2021.
Episode 266: Mary Petrino on the Meaning of "Hallowtide" and Catafalque Displays
November 01, 2021 02:01 - 17 minutes - 24.6 MBMary Petrino is a Basilica of Saint Mary parishioner and a member of the Order of Malta. In this episode, she talks about the meaning of "Hallowtide" and shares some background about a Catafalque display, so that when you see the display in the Basilica of Saint Mary on All Souls' Day you will have a deeper understanding of its spiritual significance. There is a reference in the episode to All Saints' Day being a Holy Day. This is ordinarily the case, but the obligation is lifted this year...
Episode 265: Harry and Lynne Dolton Share about the Divine Mercy Message
October 25, 2021 16:12 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBHarry and Lynne Dolton are leaders of an apostolate at the Basilica of Saint Mary called the Eucharistic Apostles of the Divine Mercy, which is an apostolate of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe and uses a small group or cenacle format to experience our Catholic faith through the study of Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the Diary of St. Faustina Kowalska. Members are encouraged in the exercise of the faith...
Episode 264: Father David Dufresne's Homily for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 25, 2021 11:27 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MBFather David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 24, 2021.
Episode 263: Father James Waalkes Performs in Concert as Part of the Basilica of Saint Mary's Faith and Culture Series
October 20, 2021 18:49 - 1 hour - 107 MBFather James Waalkes, a Parochial Vicar at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Falls Church, performed in a concert last night at the Lyceum Auditorium at the Basilica of Saint Mary. His concert was the last event in the Fall 2021 Faith and Culture Series at the Basilica. He played an American folk music-styled concert in honor of the North American martyrs.
Episode 262: Father Joseph Townsend on Saint Joseph as the "Mirror of Patience" -- Year of Saint Joseph Series
October 19, 2021 06:30 - 18 minutes - 25 MBIn today’s episode, in the 10th installment in our Year of Saint Joseph podcast series, Father Joseph Townsend, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a reflection on one of Saint Joseph’s titles: “Mirror of Patience.” The Basilica releases a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month as part of the Year of Saint Joseph.
Episode 261: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 18, 2021 12:17 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MBFather Edward Hathaway, Rector of the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, VA, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was recorded on October 17, 2021.
Episode 260: A Spotlight on Bishop Athanasius Schneider's October 22 Visit to the Basilica for a Holy Hour
October 14, 2021 12:13 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBBishop Athanasius Schneider will be at the Basilica of Saint Mary on Friday, October 22, 2021, for a Holy Hour with Solemn Vespers, joining Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, and the priests of the Basilica. In today's episode, I welcome two guests. Suzanne Pearson, a North American Delegate for the Emperor Karl League of Prayer, is a friend of Bishop Schneider's, and she shares some interesting details about the bishop's life and his love for Jesus. The second guest is D...