The Basilica of Saint Mary
February 9, 2010
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The Basilica of Saint Mary
We are located on Hennepin Avenue between 16th & 17th Streets in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Phone: 612.333.1381
A map, email contact, parking information and mailing address is also available.
Local Stewardship
Create bridges between communities and advocate for those in need
Social Media
Follow The Basilica on Twitter
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Weekly Musings Blog
Our rector and directors share their thoughts on various topics.
Recent Publications
· Parish Bulletin
  December 16, 2009
· BASILICA Magazine
  November 1, 2008
Today's Reading
Monday of week 5 of the year, or...
Lent: Reflection and Preparation
Join The Basilica community for many opportunities for reflection and prayer this Lent.
Decorating for Lent
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Create a contemplative liturgical environment for the season of Lent. Take this time for your own personal Lenten preparations.
BINGO Night is Back!
Pack up the family and come on down to Bingo Night! Tuesday, February 16, 6:00-9:00pm.
Liturgical Ministers Needed
Serve as a Minister of Hospitality, Lector, or Eucharistic Minister on Ash Wednesday and Lenten Fridays. Contact Dan 612.317.3433.
Where There's a Will
Thursday, February 25, 2010
If you’re in your 20's or 30's, single or newly married, join us for a free workshop about making your estate plans.
Your Gifts Help Us Decorate the Church
Give a gift in honor or in memory of someone this season. Your gifts will help The Basilica decorate the church with lilies at Easter.




Visiting Musicians Schedule
Worship with the music of visiting musical artists.
Scrip Cards . . .
make great Valentine's Day gifts!
Fr. Bauer Blogs...
...on the weekly scriptures. Check it out today.
Your Vote Counts!
Parishioners are invited to submit nominations for Parish Council by February 22.
Update on Haiti
Visit Hands Together Mission for an update on Fr. Tom Hagan and Hands Together. To support their recovery, donate online to Hands Together.
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Winter 2009. Photo by Rich Colombo. [Close]

Seek the well being of the city to which I have sent you. Pray for it to the Lord. For in seeking its well being you shall find your own. – Jeremiah 29:7

Mission Statement

The Basilica of Saint Mary is a community rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ. As the Co-Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, it is our mandate to model, to inspire and to:

  • Provide excellence in liturgy, faith formation, pastoral care, and hospitality
  • Preach justice and provide emergency relief to the poor
  • Pursue interfaith relationships
  • Contribute to the celebration of the sacred arts in this community

The Parish is marked by hospitality and rich diversity.

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