The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is, as its mission states, “a place of worship, pilgrimage, evangelization and reconciliation.” Open 365 days a year, the Basilica offers the faithful six Masses and five hours of Confession daily, as well as daily, weekly and seasonal Devotions, to fulfill its mission as a place where “the faithful gather to worship God, give honor to Mary, and are sent to spread God’s Word wherever they go.”
