11 Podcast Episodes
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Episode 187 - Father David Dufresne's homily for Palm Sunday
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for Palm Sunday. It was recorded on March 28, 2021. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
8mins
29 Mar 2021
Episode 185 - Father David Dufresne on Saint Joseph as the Terror of Demons - Year of Saint Joseph Series
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, reflects on Saint Joseph's role as the Terror of Demons. This is the third installment in our Year of Saint Joseph Series. During this Year of Saint Joseph, the Basilica will release a podcast about Saint Joseph on the 19th of every month. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
13mins
19 Mar 2021
Episode 182 - Father David Dufresne reflects on his trip to Iraq for the Papal visit
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Earlier this month, Pope Francis visited Iraq. It was the first time a Pope visited the country. Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, was in Iraq for the visit. He reflects on his experiences in a conversation with Alex Solsma, the Basilica's Director of Communications and Evangelization. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
26mins
11 Mar 2021
Episode 177 - "Embracing Our True Identity" A Lenten reflection from Father David Dufresne
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, offers a Lenten reflection on embracing our true identity and resisting Satan's attacks. It was given during the Basilica's Lenten Evening of Recollection for Young Adults on February 22, 2021. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
29mins
23 Feb 2021
Episode 175 - Father David Dufresne's homily for the First Sunday of Lent
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the First Sunday of Lent. It was recorded on February 21, 2021. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
16mins
22 Feb 2021
Episode 173 - Father David Dufresne's homily for the Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was recorded on February 14, 2021. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
17mins
16 Feb 2021
Episode 167 - Father David Dufresne's homily for the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives a homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was recorded on January 24, 2021. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
19mins
25 Jan 2021
Episode 162 - Father David Dufresne's homily for the Epiphany of the Lord
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives his homily during a Mass at the Basilica for the Epiphany of the Lord. It was recorded on January 3, 2021. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
17mins
4 Jan 2021
Episode 112 - A conversation with Father David Dufresne about Saint Ignatius of Loyola
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, discusses the life and spirituality of Saint Ignatius of Loyola with Alex Solsma, the Basilica's Director of Communications and Evangelization. Today, July 31st, is the Memorial of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
22mins
31 Jul 2020
Episode 75 - Father David Dufresne's homily for the Fifth Sunday of Lent
Basilica of Saint Mary Podcast
Father David Dufresne, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica of Saint Mary, gives his homily for the Fifth Sunday in Lent. A full video of this Mass is available on our website. Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Old Town Alexandria is the first Catholic parish established in Virginia. Pope Francis named the church a minor basilica on December 6, 2017 due to its important role in the growth of the Catholic Church in North America.
21mins
29 Mar 2020