Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Deacon Tom & Mary Jane Fox to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, located in the Eternal City of Rome. Not only is this one of the four great ancient basilicas of Rome, but it is the largest and oldest church there dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Aside from learning all about the Basilica's fine artwork and architectural wonders, you will also discover more about Mary, the Mother of God, and why she is venerated.
Featured Image by User:Ethan Doyle White, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Episodes:
- December 4, 2019
- October 20, 2021
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Jewels for the Journey
"Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin too much. You can never love her more than Jesus did." - St. Maximillian Kolbe
"In trial or difficulty, I have recourse to Mother Mary, whose glance alone is enough to dissipate every fear." - St. Therese of Lisieux
Get More Out of Your Journey
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Nativity Relic -
St. Mary Major interior -
Salus Populi RomaniPhotograph by Lawrence Lew, OP
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Ave Regina PacisStatue by Guido Galli, which stands in the left aisle, was commissioned by Pope Benedict XV (r. 1914-22), who was a fervent opponent of the first world war
