Celebrate the Joy of Christmas at OLV

JOY TO THE WORLD!  The Christmas season is a time when we open our hearts to celebrate the birth of Jesus with family, friends and other members of our faith. 

We are hopeful that, this year, you will join us at OLV National Shrine & Basilica.  In addition to the traditional Masses – both online and in-person – you are cordially invited to the following special events in honor of the Shrine’s ongoing Centennial Celebration.

Special Events

• THE SAINT JOHN'S BIBLE EXHIBIT (Dec. 3 - Jan. 7) – A traveling edition of the historic Saint John's Bible will be on display at OLV National Shrine & Basilica throughout Advent. Come see and interact with a replica of the first hand-lettered, hand-painted bible to be created in 500 years! For all the information, including events and viewing hours, click here.
   
• FESTIVAL OF LESSONS & CAROLS (Dec. 10) – For the third year, we will celebrate the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols in the Basilica.  Join us at 7 p.m. for this FREE family-friendly evening of Scripture and song. Tickets are not required. 

Mass Times

CHRISTMAS MASSES:

• Sunday, December 24 - Vigil Masses at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
• Monday, December 25 – Masses at midnight, 8 a.m., 10 a.m., and noon (there is no 4:30 p.m. Mass)

MASSES FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF MARY THE MOTHER OF GOD:

• Monday, January 1 - Masses at 7:30 a.m. and 12:10 p.m.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:

• Saturdays from 3-4 p.m. and 7-7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Dec. 20 from 7-8 p.m.