2025 Lenten Events at The Basilica Shrine
2025 Lenten Events at The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
Join us at the Basilica Shrine for these special Lenten Season services and events.
(All times Eastern USA)
(Go to our “Visit Us” page to see our schedule of services.)
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, March 5
Ashes distributed during a special 9 a.m. Mass and also at the 12:05 p.m. Mass.
Confessions heard before both Masses.
Soup and Bread Reflections
Every Wednesday, March 12–April 16
with Fr. John Kettelberger, CM
Following the 12:05 p.m. Mass
Reflect on the upcoming Sunday’s Gospel over a light meal.
Mary’s Way of the Cross–Stations of the Cross
Every Friday, March 7–April 11
Following the 12:05 p.m. Mass
Perpetual Novena/Mass
Monday, March 10, 12:05 p.m.
Mass celebrated by Most Reverend Efren V. Esmilla, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia.
Solemnity of St. Joseph
Wednesday, March 19
12:05 p.m. Mass
Perpetual Novena/Mass
Monday, April 14, 12:05 p.m.
Mass celebrated by Most Reverend Efren V. Esmilla, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia.
Note: The Basilica Shrine will be closed from Thursday, April 17-Saturday, April 19. We will reopen for Easter Sunday, April 20 with a special musical celebration before and during the 9 a.m. Mass.
A special Jubilee Indulgence is available for those visiting the Basilica Shrine this year who fulfill the requirements of the Church.
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