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The Basilica of Saint Mary kicked off its 21st Annual Icon Festival during Mass November 1 at the Basilica. Icons are borrowed from various locations throughout the Twin Cities and displayed in the sanctuary during the month of November. For more details about the Icon Festival, visit us here.
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Photo provided by:Stacy GlausThe cross and candles enter the Basilica, leading the Icon procession Nov. 1, 2015. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausVolunteers wait in the narthex of the Basilica before the Icon procession Nov. 1, 2015. -
Photo provided by:Kim VrudnyIcons adorn the altar during the Icon Festival, Nov. 1, 2015. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausIcons are carried in during Mass Nov. 1 marking the beginning of the 21st annual Icon Festival.
The Basilica's 2015-2016 RCIA class held their annual fall retreat October 24-25 for a weekend filled with faith formation, discussion, and dialogue. The retreat was held at the Mount Olivet retreat center in Farmington, MN.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a collaborative process of study, exploration, faith sharing, and faith formation for people who wish to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. This is done through the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. You can be non-baptized or a previously baptized Christian.
For more information about RCIA at The Basilica, visit us online.
Hundreds gathered during the Blessing of the Animals service at the Basilica of Saint Mary Oct. 4. Animals of all shapes, sizes, and domesticity gather together to celebrate all of God's creation and ask for God's blessing on our animals.
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Photo provided by:Stacy GlausA dog poses on the steps of The Basilica before processing in to the Blessing of the Animals Oct. 4, 2015. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausDogs peak through the aisles during the Blessing of the Animals service Oct. 4, 2015. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausA dog looks over the shoulder of her owner during the Blessing of the Animals service Oct. 4, 2015, at The Basilica. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausDogs lay in the aisles during the Blessing of the Animals Oct. 4, 2015, at the Basilica. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausFr. Joe Gillespie sprinkles holy water on pets during the Blessing of the Animals Oct. 4, 2015, at The Basilica. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausJohan van Parys, director of liturgy and sacred arts at the Basilica of Saint Mary prays over a pet during the Blessing of the Animals Oct. 4 at the Basilica. The blessing is an opportunity for pets and their owners to gather together and give thanks for all creation. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausTravis Salisbury, coordinator of liturgical celebrations, blesses a therapy dog Oct. 4, 2015, during the Blessing of the Animals at The Basilica. -
Photo provided by:Stacy GlausKathy Mellin Grubbs holds her parrot during the Blessing of the Animals service at the Basilica of Saint Mary Oct. 4. Grubbs had her parrot blessed following the service to prayer for good health and to give thanks for all our animals.
The Basilica of Saint Mary's 2015 Annual Report features the many good things happening here. Our talented volunteers, parishioners, and friends make us a vibrant community of faith; we are excited to highlight just a few these things in this annual report.
And it is now ready to view online.
The annual report is focused on providing comprehensive and relevant information to all patrons of the Basilica of Saint Mary. It highlights our community’s work, resources, and financial impact throughout the past year.
If you'd like a printed copy, please contact Stacy to have one mailed to you.
Pope Francis has emphasized the importance of dialogue in the life of the Church. And in the spirit of speaking and listening in charity, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is hosting a series of listening sessions. Archbishop Hebda will lead the sessions to hear your input on our strengths, our challenges, and what characteristics are important in a new archbishop. Feedback gathered during these sessions will be shared with those responsible for advising Pope Francis as he makes this important choice and with the new Archbishop whenever he is named. Summaries will be published in The Catholic Spirit.
Monday, October 5:
1 – 3 p.m., Rauenhorst Ballroom, Coeur de Catherine, St. Catherine University, St. Paul
7 – 9 p.m., St. Stephen, Anoka
Tuesday, October 6:
1 – 3 p.m., For women and men in consecrated life, Carondelet Center, St. Paul
7 – 9 p.m., Pax Christi, Eden Prairie
Monday, November 2, 7 – 9 p.m., Saint Peter, Forest Lake
Tuesday, November 3, 7 – 9 p.m., Divine Mercy, Faribault
Wednesday, November 4, 7 – 9 p.m., Woulfe Alumni Hall, Anderson Student Center, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul
Additional listening sessions are being scheduled for Latino Ministry parishes (in Spanish) and priests.
There will be no 7:00am or Noon Mass celebrated at The Basilica of Saint Mary. Mass will be celebrated at our sister parish, The Church of the Ascension, 1723 Bryant Ave. North, Minneapolis.
Basilica offices will also be closed.
Sunday, August 16, 2015 marked one hundred years since the dedication of The Basilica, which also happened to be the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven. With special permission from the Archbishop, this year, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary was transferred to Sunday, August 16, allowing us to once again celebrate the Assumption and our 100th Anniversary since our Solemn Dedication on the same day. Nearly 900 people joined us for after Mass hospitality, delicious ice cream, and activities for children and adults. Here are a few pictures from the event!
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Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyAltar adorned with flowers from the Feast of the Assumption and the celebration of 100 years since our Solemn Dedication. -
Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyA parishioner prays the rosary before the Mass at The Basilica Aug. 16. The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 100th Anniversary of the Solemn Dedication were celebrated together on this day 100 years ago. -
Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyA procession begins the Mass Aug. 16 at the Basilica of Saint Mary. The Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 100th anniversary of the Solemn Dedication were celebrated on this day 100 years ago. -
Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyThe Basilica Brass Ensemble returned to the Basilica Aug. 16 to help celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 100th Anniversary of the Solemn Dedication. -
Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyFather John Bauer, pastor of The Basilica, celebrates Mass Aug. 16 to celebrate the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 100th Anniversary of the Solemn Dedication of the Basilica. -
Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyChoirs returned from their summer break Aug. 16 to sing for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 100th Anniversary of the Solemn Dedication at the Basilica. -
Photo provided by:Anne Courtney-EighmyGuests enjoy ice cream, crafts, and activities during after-Mass hospitality Aug. 16. It was on this day 100 years ago that the Basilica was solemnly dedication.
The Basilica of Saint Mary aspires to be a home of spiritual nourishment, a beacon of hope, and an advocate of change. It takes the participation of all our parishioners, visitors, and friends to make this aspiration a reality.
But sometimes, we physical barriers make it difficult to actively participated in an organization, helping toward that aspiration can prove difficult.
Therefore, in order to continue to invite of visitors into full participation in our liturgies and services, we are working hard to break down the most common barriers.
Starting this summer, The Basilica has increased its number of listening/hearing devices from 17 to 24.
You may ask an usher for assistance on obtaining a listening device.
In order to continue to provide this service to our community, we kindly ask that the devices are returned after each service. Devices can be given to any usher on your way out of the church.
Please be aware of the following changes to the Basilica's Liturgy Schedule because of the Basilica Block Party.
Friday, July 10
Mass will be celebrated at 7:00am only. There will be no Noon Mass.
Saturday, July 11
There will be no scheduled Sacrament of Reconciliation. There will be no 5:00pm Mass of Anticipation.
Sunday, July 12
Masses will be celebrated at their regularly scheduled times.
The Basilica Block Party is scheduled for July 10-11, which means visiting to The Basilica may require advance planning as we begin our preparations for the big event.
If you plan to visit The Basilica by car from July 7-10, please park in the Minneapolis Community and Technical College Parking Ramp located at 1420 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis. Entrance to the ramp is located off Laurel Ave. The ramp is on the east side of The Basilica. Parking fees are collected via "pay-as-you-enter" auto-cashiers ($5.00 per entry).
This week also marks the beginning of the closures on I-394 between Hwy 100 and I-94 in Minneapolis.
Beginning at 10 p.m. Friday, July 10 construction crews will close the mainline lanes on westbound I-394 between Hwy 100 and I-94 in Minneapolis. All westbound traffic will use the two HOV/Reversible Lanes on I-394.
This section of westbound I-394 will be closed for approximately two weeks.
If you would like more details on this project and how it may affect your commute, please visit this website.