# basilica (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover basilica. Page: Feed: --- ## [Statement by Bishop Denis Nulty on the impact of the M9 motorway collision](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/20/statement-by-bishop-denis-nulty-on-the-impact-of-the-m9-motorway-collision/) _2026-08-20 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ Ahead of tomorrow’s Prayer Vigil which will be held in Saint Clare’s Church, Graiguecullen, Co Carlow, Bishop Denis Nulty has published the following statement: I share the widespread revulsion, upset and anger at what happened on the M9 just outside Carlow last Sunday morning as we deal with the impact of that appalling collision that \[…\] ## [Monsignor Joseph McGuinness appointed as the new Prior of Lough Derg](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/18/monsignor-joseph-mcguinness-appointed-as-the-new-prior-of-lough-derg/) _2026-08-18 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ Monsignor Joseph McGuinness: “I am very conscious of the rich and ancient heritage of Lough Derg and its immense significance in the spiritual history of the Irish Church and the religious culture of Europe.” Statement Lough Derg has welcomed the announcement by Bishop Larry Duffy that Monsignor Joseph McGuinness has been appointed as the new \[…\] ## [Bishop Larry Duffy announces clerical changes for the Diocese of Clogher](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/18/bishop-larry-duffy-announces-clerical-changes-for-the-diocese-of-clogher/) _2026-08-18 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ Statement by Bishop Larry Duffy on clerical changes Each year, the diocesan changes become more and more challenging. This year is no exception. A look at the statistics tell us that 53% of our priests in the diocese are aged over 70; some of these are retired fully while others remain in active ministry – \[…\] ## [Bishop Doran’s Knock homily: Building the Kingdom of God – Pope Leo and technology](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/16/bishop-dorans-knock-homily-building-the-kingdom-of-god-pope-leo-and-technology/) _2026-08-16 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ Building the Kingdom of God – Pope Leo and the New Technology Homily of Bishop Kevin Doran for 3.00pm Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady for the National Knock Novena Some of you probably know what it’s like to have a child who is really sick in body, mind or spirit. Parents, understandably, feel \[…\] ## [Bishop Coll: faith cannot be reduced to an argument that solves all issues. Trust God.](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/15/bishop-coll-faith-cannot-be-reduced-to-an-argument-that-solves-all-issues-trust-god/) _2026-08-15 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ “Ireland needs most today. Not simply more information. Not simply more technology. Not simply more wealth or more choice. But a rediscovery of the human heart. A rediscovery of wonder. A rediscovery of belonging. A rediscovery of God” – Bishop Coll. Homily of Bishop Coll My dear friends, it is good to be here in \[…\] ## [Bishop Coll’s message of sympathy for the funeral of James and Noreen McHugh RIP](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/15/bishop-colls-message-of-sympathy-for-the-funeral-of-james-and-noreen-mchugh-rip/) _2026-08-15 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ Message of sympathy from Bishop Niall Coll, Bishop of Raphoe, for the Funeral Mass of James and Noreen McHugh RIP On behalf of the Diocese of Raphoe, I express my great sorrow and my deepest sympathy on the tragic and untimely deaths of James and Noreen McHugh. Their sudden and heartbreaking deaths have cast a dark cloud over the entire \[…\] ## [Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/08/14/basilica-santi-giovanni-e-paolo/) _2026-08-14 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo, right at Piazza dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo is a lovely “quiet corner” church on the Celio where the atmosphere feels calmer than you’d expect given how close it is to the Colosseum area. Inside, it’s a pretty classic basilica experience—three naves, a spacious interior, and an overall Romanesque vibe Continue reading Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo ## [Oratorio del Santissimo Crocifisso](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/08/14/oratorio-del-santissimo-crocifisso/) _2026-08-14 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ Oratorio del Santissimo Crocifisso is one of those little tucked-away places in Rome where you don’t expect much from the entrance—but then you step inside and it’s suddenly very vivid and surprising. It has that cozy oratory feeling, but the walls are decorated in a way that makes it feel almost theatrical, like everything is Continue reading Oratorio del Santissimo Crocifisso ## [Basilica of San Clemente](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/08/14/basilica-of-san-clemente/) _2026-08-14 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ The Basilica of San Clemente is one of those Rome stops that feels like you’re stepping into a whole timeline, not just a single church. From the moment you enter, you get that “wait, what?” feeling—because the building you see isn’t the only story here. The really special part is that you can descend and Continue reading Basilica of San Clemente ## [Basilica Papale di San Paolo Fuori le Mura](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/08/14/basilica-papale-di-san-paolo-fuori-le-mura/) _2026-08-14 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ The Basilica papale di San Paolo fuori le mura is one of those churches that feels both peaceful and grand as soon as you step inside. The interior has the classic basilica layout—wide space, strong lines, and lots of light—which makes it easy to look around and slowly take in the details instead of feeling Continue reading Basilica Papale di San Paolo Fuori le Mura ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/r1webHNnzqel) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Media advisory for the Funeral Mass of Noreen and James McHugh RIP](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/14/media-advisory-for-the-funeral-mass-of-noreen-and-james-mchugh-rip/) _2026-08-14 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ The Funeral Mass for the late Noreen and James McHugh RIP will take place at 11.00am tomorrow Saturday, 15 August 2026, in Saint Carthas Church, Kilcar, Co Donegal, Diocese of Raphoe. The chief celebrant will be Father William Peoples, Parish Priest of Kilcar. The Mass will be livestreamed on the parish website and a public address system \[…\] ## [Thousands expected for National Novena in Knock marking Basilica’s 50th anniversary](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/10/thousands-expected-for-national-novena-in-knock-marking-basilicas-50th-anniversary/) _2026-08-10 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ 2026 Knock National Novena begins this Thursday, 13 August. Knock Parish Priest Father Richard Gibbons, “This year’s novena theme ‘Sheltered in God’s Love’ reminds us that, whatever challenges we carry, God remains our refuge and our hope. As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Knock Basilica, we look forward to welcoming pilgrims from every parish and every \[…\] ## [Archbishop Dermot Farrell opens Congress of European Lay Dominican Fraternities](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/05/archbishop-dermot-farrell-opens-congress-of-european-lay-dominican-fraternities/) _2026-08-05 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ “Mission is not just physically going out to others; it is much more the reaching out, according to the Spirit of Christ, to the other in their otherness” “Today, part of God’s call to us, is that we look at our mission in creative ways, realising that His Kingdom holds a welcome for all people.”- \[…\] ## [Catholic Historical Society to host conference on Church spaces: past and future](https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2026/08/01/catholic-historical-society-to-host-conference-on-church-spaces-past-and-future/) _2026-08-01 · Chah Garde · Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference_ Bishop Paul Connell: “The built heritage of the Catholic Church in Ireland is a wonderful legacy which flourished on the faith of those who have gone before us. It is vital that we continue to maintain and preserve it.” On Saturday, 19 September next, on Saint Patrick’s Campus in Dublin City University, Drumcondra, Dublin, the \[…\] ## [Chiesa di San Pietro in Montorio](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/07/17/chiesa-di-san-pietro-in-montorio/) _2026-07-17 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ San Pietro in Montorio is a church on Rome’s Janiculum hill. It’s special because it’s connected to the story of St. Peter: the church marks the spot that is traditionally linked to his crucifixion. The building sits quietly in a walled courtyard, and it has a calm, historic feel. More “lived-in religious place” than a Continue reading Chiesa di San Pietro in Montorio ## [Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/07/17/basilica-di-santa-maria-in-trastevere/) _2026-07-17 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ Santa Maria in Trastevere (Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere) is a long-standing church in the Trastevere neighborhood, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It’s been an important church for centuries and the building you visit today was largely rebuilt in the 12th century under Pope Innocent II. Inside, you’ll notice a mix of periods: medieval Continue reading Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere ## [Basilica di Santa Cecilia in Trastevere](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/07/17/basilica-di-santa-cecilia-in-trastevere/) _2026-07-17 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ Santa Cecilia in Trastevere (Basilica di Santa Cecilia in Trastevere) is a minor basilica and titular church in the Trastevere district of Rome. It is dedicated to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music, and it has been the seat of a cardinal titular since the 5th century. The church you see today was rebuilt Continue reading Basilica di Santa Cecilia in Trastevere ## [Chiesa di San Francesco a Ripa](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/07/17/chiesa-di-san-francesco-a-ripa/) _2026-07-17 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ The Chiesa di San Francesco a Ripa, in the Trastevere area, is just a short walk from the river Tiber. This church is special to Franciscan history because St. Francis of Assisi stayed nearby when he was in Rome, and the whole place has a calm, devotional feel once you step inside. Look around and Continue reading Chiesa di San Francesco a Ripa ## [Chiesa di Santa Maria dell’Orto](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/07/17/chiesa-di-santa-maria-dellorto/) _2026-07-17 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ The Chiesa di Santa Maria dell’Orto is a small, lively Baroque church in Rome, tucked away near the old vegetable-garden area that gave it its name. When you step inside, it feels richly decorated and devotional, with lots of ornament that helps draw your attention toward the main sacred image—so it’s a great stop if Continue reading Chiesa di Santa Maria dell’Orto ## [Basilica di San Crisogono](https://meticulousmeanderings.com/2026/07/17/basilica-di-san-crisogono/) _2026-07-17 · Meticulous Meanderings · Meticulous Meanderings_ Welcome to the Basilica di San Crisogono, one of Trastevere’s best-kept secrets. Step inside and you’ll feel how this church layers centuries: beneath the basilica you can see traces of an early Christian structure—centuries-old remains that were uncovered in 1907—so even as the 17th-century interior draws you in, you’re still walking over much older ground. Continue reading Basilica di San… ## [Open-source Screen Sharing with Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/38fBPv6GaCde) _2026-07-17 · **Sponsored**_ WebRTC screen sharing with simultaneous mouse & keyboard control; viewers join in browser. ## [3 ways to cultivate silence this Advent](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/3-ways-to-cultivate-silence-this-advent/) _2025-12-06 · Maria Cintorino · Our Sunday Visitor_ “Miss Cintorino, you have so many tabs open! It’s a bit stressful!” one of my students announced in… This post 3 ways to cultivate silence this Advent appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [The importance of appetite for enjoying a feast](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/the-importance-of-appetite-for-enjoying-a-feast/) _2025-11-27 · Leonard J. DeLorenzo · Our Sunday Visitor_ The kind of feast you are capable of enjoying depends on the kind of appetite you have acquired.… This post The importance of appetite for enjoying a feast appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [Party like it’s 1399: 12 tips for better celebrations from the Middle Ages](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/party-like-its-1399-12-tips-for-better-celebrations-from-the-middle-ages/) _2025-11-25 · Nadya Williams · Our Sunday Visitor_ The room feels stuffy, the music is a bit too loud, and the atmosphere is anxiety-provoking. Dressed in… This post Party like it’s 1399: 12 tips for better celebrations from the Middle Ages appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [Hope meets history in Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/hope-meets-history-in-pope-leo-xivs-chicago/) _2025-11-20 · Robert Mixa · Our Sunday Visitor_ As a South Sider, it still feels strange to say it out loud: The pope is from the… This post Hope meets history in Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [An unexpected God: Oscar Wilde’s ‘Ave Maria, Gratia Plena’](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/an-unexpected-god-oscar-wildes-ave-maria-gratia-plena/) _2025-11-14 · Sally Read · Our Sunday Visitor_ Despite being baptised in the Church of Ireland, the Irish writer Oscar Wilde was fascinated by all things… This post An unexpected God: Oscar Wilde’s ‘Ave Maria, Gratia Plena’ appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [‘I was a stranger’: Let Mother Cabrini guide you in making room for others in your life](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/i-was-a-stranger-let-mother-cabrini-guide-you-in-making-room-for-others-in-your-life/) _2025-11-13 · Lindsay Schlegel · Our Sunday Visitor_ This first appeared in the November 2024 issue of Our Sunday Visitor Magazine. At a funeral Mass I… This post ‘I was a stranger’: Let Mother Cabrini guide you in making room for others in your life appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [The ultimate end: living virtue in ordinary life](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/the-ultimate-end-living-virtue-in-ordinary-life/) _2025-11-10 · Father Joshua J. Whitfield · Our Sunday Visitor_ To know the end is near, to watch for the end, St. Augustine taught that the fruit of… This post The ultimate end: living virtue in ordinary life appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [Open invitation: St. Martin de Porres calls all of us to the heavenly feast](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/open-invitation-st-martin-de-porres-calls-all-of-us-to-the-heavenly-feast/) _2025-11-03 · Lindsay Schlegel · Our Sunday Visitor_ Just before Communion at each Mass, the priest elevates the host and speaks words that recall the Book… This post Open invitation: St. Martin de Porres calls all of us to the heavenly feast appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [The Lateran Basilica: the church of the Pope](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/the-lateran-basilica-the-church-of-the-pope/) _2025-11-03 · Deacon Greg Kandra · Our Sunday Visitor_ Happy Church Day! As feast days go, this Sunday is one of the more unusual ones on the… This post The Lateran Basilica: the church of the Pope appeared on Our Sunday Visitor . ## [Web Coding With AI, Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jdmRuWwojDND) _2025-11-03 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control, open source. ## [Can I be sad at the funeral of someone I think is in heaven?](https://www.oursundayvisitor.com/can-i-be-sad-at-the-funeral-of-someone-i-think-is-in-heaven/) _2025-11-02 · Father John LoCoco · Our Sunday Visitor_ Grief is never simple. At a funeral, you might notice a range of emotions: Some mourners are in… This post Can I be sad at the funeral of someone I think is in heaven? appeared on Our Sunday Visitor .