Episode 740: Faith Matters for the Basilica School of Saint Mary's May 21st Messenger Newsletter
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Release Date: 05/21/2026
Episode 740: Faith Matters for the Basilica School of Saint Mary's May 21st Messenger Newsletter
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway reflects on what a blessing the descent of the Holy Spirit was on Pentecost Sunday and how the Holy Spirit can guide families with wisdom, courage, and hope today. Here is the prayer to the Holy Spirit that he recites at the beginning of the episode: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. “O Holy...
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Episode 739: Father Peter Clem's Homily for the Seventh Sunday of Easter
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Father Peter Clem, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Seventh Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 17, 2026.
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Episode 738: Dr. Nicolas McAfee's talk on "Thomas More: Augustinian Statesman"
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In today’s episode, Dr. Nicolas McAfee gave a talk called "Thomas More: Augustinian Statesman." It was recorded in our Lyceum auditorium on May 12, 2026.
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Episode 737: Faith Matters for the Basilica School of Saint Mary's May 14th Messenger Newsletter
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Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway shares about the importance of the Feast of the Ascension, which the Church celebrates on Sunday, May 17. He also invites all parishioners to attend a special Feast of the Ascension Concert tonight May 14th, in the Basilica at 7 p.m. Click to reserve your seats and to find out more. He also mentions the recent clergy changes. More...
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Episode 736: Father Edward Hathaway's Homily for the Sixth Sunday of Easter
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Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector at the Basilica, shares a homily during the Sixth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 10, 2026.
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Episode 735: Faith Matters for the Basilica School of Saint Mary's May 7th Messenger Newsletter
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Faith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway shares about how to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and how to grow in relationship with her during the month of May, which is dedicated to Our Lady. He also invites all parishioners to attend a special Feast of the Ascension Concert on Thursday, May 14th, in the Basilica at 7 p.m. Click to reserve your seats and to find out more. Also, don't...
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Episode 734: What Are the Sisters Reading for the Month of May?
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Today’s monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues with Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, sharing about the book called by Gerry Ken Crete. In this book Dr. Crete offers you his knowledge, insights, and experience in the hopes that you will experience not only relief from anxiety but inner harmony, greater life fulfillment, and a deeper more intimate relationship with God. To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click
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Episode 733: Father James Searby's Homily for the Fifth Sunday of Easter
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Father James Searby, a Parochial Vicar, shares a homily during the Fifth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on May 3, 2026.
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Episode 732: Deacon Sam Martinez Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Easter
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Deacon Sam Martinez, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 26, 2026.
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Episode 731: Father Christopher Goodwin's Homily for the Third Sunday of Easter
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Father Christopher Goodwin, a visiting priest, shares a homily during the Third Sunday of Easter. It was given in the Basilica on April 19, 2026.
info_outlineFaith Matters is a weekly podcast for the Messenger newsletter of the Basilica School of Saint Mary, which gets distributed to Basilica School families. It features Father Edward Hathaway, the rector of the Basilica. In this week’s episode, Fr. Hathaway reflects on what a blessing the descent of the Holy Spirit was on Pentecost Sunday and how the Holy Spirit can guide families with wisdom, courage, and hope today.
Here is the prayer to the Holy Spirit that he recites at the beginning of the episode:
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
“O Holy Spirit, Soul of my soul, I worship and adore You. Enlighten, guide, strengthen and console me. Tell me what I must to do and command me to do it. I promise to be submissive to all that You permit to happen to me, but only let me know Your will.” Amen.
He also invites all to sign up to participate in the 2nd annual Run with Haste 5K walk/run through Old Town on the morning of May 30th. Click here to register and find out more. He also shares information about two Masses that are being held on Memorial Day. Click here to find out more.