“God used John the Baptist to prepare the people to follow Jesus… Like John, we are called to point the way to Jesus. -Rev. Msgr. Walter R. Rossi, Rector #johnthebaptist #disciple #catholic | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

“Let every heart prepare him room!” #christmas #catholic #catholicmass #basilica | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

“‘Tis the Father’s pleasure we should call Him Lord, who from the beginning was the mighty Word.” At the Name of Jesus Every Knee Shall Bow Caroline M. Noel (1817-1877) #choirmusic #sacredmusic #catholic | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

“O friends, in gladness let us sing, supernatural anthems echoing, Alleluia, Alleluia!” #sundayhymn #alleluia #catholic | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

“Alleluia! Born of Mary, earth your footstool, heav’n your throne.” #sundayhymn #christtheking #catholic | Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception