The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal

08/19/2026

For more than a century, the music of the carillon bells at the Basilica Shrine has been an integral part of the memories and milestones of residents of Philadelphia’s Germantown neighborhood and pilgrims visiting the Basilica Shrine.

Discover the fascinating history of our carillon and hear its beautiful music:

https://miraculousmedal.org/basilica-shrine/marian-hymns-from-above-the-miraculous-medal-shrines-carillon/

One of the oldest carillons on the continent, the Basilica Shrine’s carillon has become a neighborhood fixture.

08/19/2026

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08/18/2026

We livestream and record Monday's 12:05 p.m. Summer Novena of Hope and Mass. Each week, we share the replay for those who may have missed it.

Homilist Fr. John Timlin, CM, pastor from St. Mary's Catholic Church Greensboro, North Carolina, spoke about the tradition and importance of “Our Lady of La Leche” in the United States in the early 16th century.

“We all need moments of hope,” said Fr. Timlin.

We invite you to watch the replay in its entirety and feel the calming presence of the Our Lady and her Son.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRtetPsjrZM

08/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who made our celebration of the Assumption and our St. Vincent's Rosary Walk such a success on Saturday, August 15. Enjoy some photos from the day!

08/17/2026

Today is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Knock.
Our Lady of Ireland, help me to remember that we are all pilgrims on the road to Heaven. Fill me with love and concern for my brothers and sisters in Christ, especially those who live with me. Comfort me when I am sick, lonely or depressed. Teach me how to take part ever more reverently in the Holy Mass. Give me a greater love of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Pray for me now and at the hour of my death. Amen.

Visit the Basilica Shrine today or participate in our Summer Novena of Hope. You can also light a candle: https://miraculousmedal.org/pray/

08/16/2026

Take time for reflection and Marian devotion in the peace and comfort of the Fr. Joseph Skelly, CM, Madonna Art Museum.

Guided tours are held Mondays at 1:15 p.m. and 2 p.m. Meet in front of the gift shop (which is closed for the month of August) in the Lower Level of the Basilica Shrine. Please be sure to purchase your ticket online:

miraculousmedal.org/artmuseum

08/16/2026

As our Summer Novena of Hope continues, we invite you to watch our Monday 12:05 p.m. ET livestream.

This week, Homilist Fr. John Timlin, CM, speaks on the topic “Our Lady of La Leche” as we continue to explore "The United States of Mary."

Come to the Novena and stay for Mass. Enter your prayer intentions in the comments, and the Basilica Shrine community will lift your intentions up for Mary’s intercession with faith and love.

Please join us:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRtetPsjrZM

08/15/2026

As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption today, we invite you to learn more about the importance of this dogma of Catholic Faith by reading an informative interview with Fr. Robert Maloney, CM.

Learn more:

https://miraculousmedal.org/news-from-camm/hail-holy-queen-the-assumption/

08/15/2026

What an amazing celebration on the Assumption of Mary as we also celebrate St. Vincent's Rosary Walk with the Carmelites and the Philadelphia Catholic Gospel Mass Choir from the Catholic Church of Philadelphia.

08/15/2026

Today is the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven. We invite you to honor Our Lady by lighting a candle at the Basilica Shrine in person or online.

Give thanks for her abundant graces and blessings, or seek Mary's intercession for a personal intention. Entrust your heart and intentions to Our Blessed Mother, who protects and watches over us with great maternal care.

Light a candle:

https://miraculousmedal.org/pray