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Basilica of St. Mary Major
Pope Francis Prays Rosary for Peace on Eve of First Anniversary of Hamas’ October 7 Attack
On the eve of the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, the pope implored Our Lady, Queen of Peace, to “dispel the dark clouds of evil.”
Pope Francis Celebrates "Miracle of the Snow" at Basilica of St. Mary Major
A shower of white rose petals fell from the basilica’s ceiling symbolizing the miracle promised by Our Lady.
Pope Francis to Attend "Miracle of the Snow" Commemoration in Rome
Each year white rose petals fall from the ceiling of the papal Marian basilica in commemoration of a miraculous snowfall in Rome on Aug. 5 in 358 A.D.
Pope Francis Changes Statutes of Papal Basilica, Emphasizing Work of Canons
The new regulations place emphasis on spiritual work and pastoral care and appointing a coadjutor archpriest of the West’s oldest Marian shrine.
Pope Francis Says That He Wants to Be Buried in Marian Basilica in New Interview
Pope Francis has said that he wants to be buried in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome because of his devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After 3 Days in the Hospital
Pope Francis was discharged from the hospital Saturday morning after a three-night stay in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.
First Known Nativity Scene Figurines are on Display in Rome
The first known Nativity scene figurines are currently on display in one of Rome’s oldest basilicas.
Pope Francis Prays Rosary for Peace in Ukraine and Around the World
The pope meditated on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary in union with Marian shrines around the world.
Pope Francis Appoints Commissioner to Oversee Rome 1basilica’s Financial Assets
St. Mary Major is one of four papal major basilicas in Rome.
