Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Solemnity Mass of Sts. Peter and Paul
1st Celebration of Newly Decreed Basilica Shrine
VISIT THE BASILICA SHRINE
LIGHT A CANDLE
Thursday, June 29 | 12:05 p.m.
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal [directions]
HOLY MASS
Join us for Holy Mass commemorating the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles. Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission, will lead the Mass. Markedly, devotees may receive plenary indulgences during this special liturgy that highlights The Basilica Shrine’s first-ever mass as a minor basilica.
PLENARY INDULGENCES
Since Pope Francis has recognized The Basilica Shrine as a Minor Basilica, it is gifted the privilege of granting plenary indulgence. During these days, devotees, who visit The Basilica Shrine, may have all temporal consequences removed and be made new in God’s grace.
PAPAL BOND
As a Minor Basilica, The Basilica Shrine holds a unique bond with the Papacy. This includes celebrating certain feast days, including the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul. This occasion reminds us of the importance of faith, courage, and sacrifice in Christian life. Above all, we can renew our commitment to following in the footsteps of two of the most prominent Apostles.
CELEBRANT:
Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM
Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission
The Basilica Shrine is blessed and honored to welcome Fr. Mavrič for this momentous occasion. A native of Argentina, Fr. Mavrič is the 25th superior general of the Congregation of the Mission and successor to St. Vincent de Paul.