Celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Join Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., as he explains the profound meaning of the Immaculate Conception. Learn how Mary was preserved from all sin from the very moment of her conception, preparing her to give humanity to Christ. Discover the beauty of God’s prevenient grace and the gift of salvation we experience through Jesus—just in time for Advent and the approaching celebration of Christmas.
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Newly Canonized Saint Bartolo Longo & the Rosary with Fr. Andrew, O.P.
On October 19th, Blessed Bartolo Longo, the lay Dominican who dedicated his life to spreading the Rosary at Pompei, was canonized—a true witness to the power of conversion and devotion.
In this clip from the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P., reflects on Bartolo’s journey: a man once lost in darkness, even practicing Satanism, who experienced a dramatic conversion and devoted his life to Our Lady of the Rosary. Fr. Hofer emphasizes that Bartolo’s life is a reminder that the Rosary is a “chain of hope,” lifting hearts to Heaven and inspiring all who pray it.
The next Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage is on September 26, 2026.
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A Heartfelt Thank You from Fr. Joseph-Anthony, Promoter of the Rosary
Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., Promoter of the Rosary, shares a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage.
More than 4,000 pilgrims gathered in Washington, D.C. to pray the Rosary, celebrate Mass, and share in the joy of our faith. Over 800 confessions were heard, and 26,000 pilgrims joined through the livestream—making this year’s pilgrimage a true celebration of prayer and community.
Watch as Fr. Joseph Anthony reflects on the graces of the day and offers his gratitude to all who took part, both in person and online.
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Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. on Supporting Dominican Vocations and Future Friars
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., reflects on the Dominican vocation — a life wholly dedicated to God through prayer, study, and preaching. Inspired by St. Thomas Aquinas, he explains how religious life heals the heart, focuses the soul, and transforms a man’s life into a perfect offering to God.
You can share in this mission. Every Dominican friar in formation depends on the prayers and support of the faithful to live out their calling and prepare to preach the truth of Christ to the world.
Your generosity helps provide:
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Support the next generation of Dominican priests and brothers who will dedicate their lives to preaching and teaching the Gospel.
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How Theology Answers the Questions of Philosophy w/ Fr. James Brent, O.P. | Ep. 159
How can Catholics engage with the mystery of God through reason and faith?
Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Fr. James Brent, O.P., assistant professor of philosophy at the Dominican House of Studies. They explore how philosophy in the perennial tradition raises profound questions about God’s existence, His plan, the problem of evil, the human soul, life after death, and the pursuit of ultimate happiness, questions that are finally only answered by faith in God's revelation in Jesus Christ. They also discuss Fr. Brent's recent book The Father’s House: Discovering Our Home in the Trinity.
Resources:
Fr. James Brent’s profile at the Dominican House of Studies
Contemplata, a podcast hosted by Fr. James Brent, O.P.:
https://dhs.edu/people/rev-james-brent-o-p/
https://dominicanfriars.org/contemplata/
Fr James Brent, O.P.’s new book, The Father’s House: Discovering Our Home in the Trinity, published by Pauline Books & Media:
https://paulinestore.com/the-fathers-house-discovering-our-home-in-the-trinity-qs1010652-202982.html
Can Philosophy Help Us Evangelize? w/ Fr. James Brent, O.P. | Ep. 108:
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4:58 How Reason Raises Profound Questions It Cannot Answer
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15:46 The Mystery of the Human Soul and What Happens After Death
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25:27 How Divine Revelation Answers the Question 'What is God?'
31:54 Discovering God's Unifying Plan for All Things in Christ
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Our Lady of the Rosary: Finding Victory Through Persevering Prayer | Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P.
Today the Church celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary—once known as the Feast of Our Lady of Victory. In this reflection, Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., shares how the rosary has shaped his own life and why this prayer is a powerful weapon in both great historical moments and our daily spiritual battles.
Whether in the victory at Lepanto in 1571 or in the hidden struggles of the heart, Our Lady intercedes for us and leads us to Christ. Even when prayer feels dry or distracted, fidelity in the rosary is itself a victory of grace.
Watch now and join us in asking: Our Lady of Victory, pray for us.
2025 Ordination of the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph
Watch as 7 student brothers of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph are ordained to the priesthood by the Most Reverend Anthony Fisher, O.P., Archbishop of Sydney. This livestream captures the full ordination Mass from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, on Thursday, June 5, 2025. We invite you to join us in prayer for these new Dominican priests as they embark on lifetimes of service in the name of Jesus Christ, under the patronage of St. Dominic.
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Dominican Friars Make First Profession of Vows | August 15, 2025
On August 15, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, our brothers made their First Profession of Vows at St. Gertrude Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. By professing obedience, poverty, and chastity, they enter more deeply into the life of St. Dominic and the mission of the Order of Preachers.
As Fr. Raymond La Grange, O.P., reminds us: “By professing obedience to St. Dominic, we place ourselves under his direction. We fulfill our part of the obedience by continuing, centuries later, to carry out the mission which he inaugurated.”
Following their profession, these newly professed friars begin their academic studies at the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception (PFIC) at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C. Their time in study—“the wood of the desk is the wood of the cross”—is a sacrifice that prepares them for a lifetime of preaching rooted in the Dominican intellectual tradition.
Please keep our brothers in your prayers as they begin this next stage of their journey in religious life.
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Life on the Rock - 2025-09-14 - Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P, Pt. 2
Fr. Mark continues his conversation with Fr. Ambrose Little, OP, about the theology and philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas and the importance of knowing God so we can love Him fully.
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Life on the Rock - 2025-09-11 - Fr. Ambrose Little, O.P, Pt. 1
Fr. Mark sits down with Fr. Ambrose Little, OP, to discuss his outreach with the Thomistic Institute and Aquinas 101, regarding the theology and philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas.
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Meet One of the First Saints of Pope Leo XIV - Pier Giorgio Frassati
Join EWTN’s Colm Flynn as he travels across Italy with a group of young men from the United States on a life-changing pilgrimage in honor of soon-to-be saint, Pier Giorgio Frassati.
Starting in Turin, the city where Frassati was born and raised, the pilgrims visit the places he prayed, served the poor, and lived out his deep Catholic faith — all while coming to understand how his joy, charity, and love for God continue to inspire young people today.
Led by Fr. Vincent Berhnard, O.P., the journey takes them to breathtaking locations like the Sanctuary of Oropa, where they climb the same mountain Frassati once hiked; Pollone, where they explore his family’s summer home; and Rome, where they pray at his tomb and conclude their pilgrimage with Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica.
Along the way, the pilgrims share how the experience is challenging them physically, inspiring them spiritually, and giving them a deeper sense of purpose — following Frassati’s motto to “live to the fullest” and “verso l’alto” (“to the heights”).
📍 Locations visited:
Turin – Birthplace of Pier Giorgio Frassati
Sanctuary of Oropa – Mountain pilgrimage
Pollone – Frassati family summer home
Rome – Tomb of Pier Giorgio & St. Peter’s Basilica
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Why Pilgrimages are Such a Big Deal
What exactly is a pilgrimage and how is it different from a vacation?
Fr. Mark-Mary and Fr. Joseph-Anthony unpack the true meaning of pilgrimage, why you should go on one (even locally), and how to avoid turning it into mere “spiritual tourism.” They remind us that the journey itself may be just as transformative as the destination.
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2025 Dominican Priesthood Ordinations: You're a Priest Forever
On June 5, 2025, seven friars of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph were ordained to the priesthood of Jesus Christ by the Most Reverend Anthony Fisher, O.P., Archbishop of Sydney. The ordination Mass took place at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC.
Please join us in praying for these newly ordained priests of the Order of Preachers.
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Dominican Friars Launch New Website to Preach the Gospel in the Digital Age
In every age, Dominican friars have preached the Gospel—first in the pulpits of medieval Europe, now in the digital public square.
Fr. John Paul Kern, O.P., Executive Director of the Dominican Friars Foundation, announces the launch of the new DominicanFriars.org, designed to support the friars’ mission of preaching Jesus Christ for the salvation of souls.
Rooted in the tradition of Saint Dominic, the friars of the Province of Saint Joseph are embracing digital evangelization through podcasts, videos, music, books, and spiritual reflections—all now featured in one place: the Dominican Friars Media Hub.
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Ordination of Dominican Friars – Province of St. Joseph 2025 Livestream
Watch as 7 student brothers of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph are ordained to the priesthood by the Most Reverend Anthony Fisher, O.P., Archbishop of Sydney. This livestream captures the full ordination Mass from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, on Thursday, June 5, 2025. We invite you to join us in prayer for these new Dominican priests as they embark on lifetimes of service in the name of Jesus Christ, under the patronage of St. Dominic.
The Armada of Amnesia: Fr. Dominic Verner, O.P. at the 2024 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage
The battle against forgetfulness is real. Fr. Dominic Verner, O.P., delivers a striking homily at the 2024 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, reminding us that we live in an age where the great mysteries of our faith are being forgotten. Like the apostles gathered in the upper room, we turn to Our Lady, the furnace of faith, to help us remember.
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The Sorrowful Mysteries: Embracing Suffering with Jesus' Presence
The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary invite us to confront suffering with a heart of contrition and a deep awareness of God's presence. As Fr. James Sullivan, O.P., reflects, suffering often reveals truths we otherwise overlook and brings us closer to God. Through the lens of the prodigal son’s journey, we come to realize that suffering isn’t an end but a means to something greater—leading us back to God’s embrace. Jesus does not take away suffering, but He fills it with His presence, offering comfort and clarity.
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Feast Day Reflections
Why We Celebrate the Immaculate Conception | Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P.
Why was Mary conceived without sin?
Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., breaks down the Immaculate Conception and God’s grace that prepared her to give humanity to Christ.
Celebrating the Presentation of Mary
On the feast of the Presentation of Mary, Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P., reminds us how God prepares each of us for the missions he calls us to—just as he prepared Mary from her earliest days to be the Mother of the Savior.
Solemnity of All Saints with Fr. Maximilian Maria Jaskowak, O.P.
Celebrate All Saints’ Day with Fr. Max and discover how holiness is possible for every Christian. Inspired by the lives of the saints—including the recently canonized Dominican lay saints, St. Pier Giorgio Frassati and St. Bartolo Longo—this short reflection invites you to unite your will with God’s and live a life of sanctity.
Happy Feast of Saints Simon and Jude!
As we celebrate today's feast, Br. Raphael Arteaga, O.P., will be praying for your intentions at the Rosary Shrine of Saint Jude.
Saints Simon and Jude, pray for us!
Our Lady of the Rosary
Join Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., as he reflects on the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, once known as Our Lady of Victory.
In every struggle and challenge, we turn to her intercession through the Rosary. Let us pray together: “Our Lady of Victory, pray for us.”
May her guidance and protection accompany us in our daily journey of faith.
Our Lady of Victory: Prayer Before Every Battle
Join Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., as he reflects on the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, once known as Our Lady of Victory.
In every struggle, in every challenge, we turn to her intercession through the Rosary. Let us ask together:
“Our Lady of Victory, pray for us.”
May her guidance and protection accompany us in our daily journey of faith.
The Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael
Today the Church celebrates the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael—Archangels!
On this great feast, Fr. Gabriel Torretta, O.P., encourages you to pray to St. Michael, to fight for you against the deadly powers of the enemy; to St. Gabriel, to fill you with the knowledge of God’s Word; and to St. Raphael, to heal and protect you from anything that might draw you away from Jesus Christ.
Fr. Charles Rooney, O.P. | Our Lady of Sorrows
The day after we exalt the cross of Christ, we enter into the sorrows of his mother at its foot.
Fr. Charles Rooney, O.P., reminds us that we do not need to bear our crosses alone; we braced by the maternal love of Our Lady who knew the sadness of the cross, yet none of the sadness of sin.
The Passion of St. John the Baptist
Fr. John Baptist Huong, O.P., reminds us that when we preach the truth like John the Baptist, we’re bringing people to their ultimate happiness: eternal life with God in heaven.
St. Augustine of Hippo: Our Spiritual Father
Reflecting on the Rule of St. Augustine, Fr. Augustine Reisenauer, O.P., remarked, “As the Rule of Augustine reads, ‘Before all else, live together in harmony being of one mind and of one heart on the way to God.’ Dominic adopted the Rule of Augustine when founded the Order of Preachers, and so as Dominicans we seek to live out together nothing else than this love of God in Jesus Christ.”
Fr. Bernard Knapke, O.P. on St. Bernard of Clairvaux
Fr. Bernard Knapke, O.P., shares a short reflection on the legacy of St. Bernard, his namesake. “He was a seductively effective preacher,” Fr. Bernard says.
“We hear some of his sermons on our Blessed Mother in the liturgy even today, and we can pray to St. Bernard today for more effective preaching in the Church, for an increase in vocations to the consecrated life, and for our own salvation and sanctification.”
Fr. Maximilian Jaskowak, O.P. on St. Maximilian Kolbe
Fr. Maximilian Maria Jaskowak, O.P., offers a meditation on the holiness and inspiring witness of his patron saint.
Happy Solemnity of St. Dominic!
On this Solemnity of St. Dominic, Fr. Patrick Briscoe, O.P., joins us from the entrance to the cloister at Santa Maria Sopra Minerva—one of the great Dominican churches in Rome. Behind him is a rare fresco of our founder asleep, a mystical vision confirming his hope to found the Order of Preachers.
That vision continues to bear fruit by drawing souls to Christ through the Virgin Mary, especially through the preaching and praying of the Holy Rosary.
Happy Solemnity from the Dominican Friars!
St. Dominic: Confident in Hope, Firm in Purpose
Fr. Dominic Verner, O.P., reflects on the life and grace of our Holy Father St. Dominic.
The Feast of the Transfiguration: A Pledge of Future Glory
Fr. Benedict Croell, O.P., reflects on the transfiguration of Jesus Christ and how we are drawn into his transfiguration—being transformed by him through the gift of the Eucharist.
Feast of Corpus Christi
Fr. Austin Litke, O.P., explains the origins of this beautiful feast centered on the Eucharist.
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The Life of the Friars
Six Paths To The Priesthood
Six men share what inspired them to serve God and His people as Catholic priests in the Order of Preachers.
Corpus Christi in New York City
“At the sight of the crowds, Jesus’ heart was moved with pity for them.”
Matthew 9:36
Jesus’ heart is still moved by the crowds. He sees us in the realities of our lives, in our sufferings…and he’s moved with compassion, so much so that he wants to give himself to us. In the Eucharist, Jesus is as present to us in the streets of our modern-day cities as he was when he traversed Galilee and Jerusalem two thousand years ago. Follow him where he leads you. #RealPresence
Nine New Dominican Priests
Nine Dominican Friars were ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Earl Fernandes on Saturday, May 20, 2023. In his homily, Bishop Fernandes told the newly ordained priests “to reflect on the stream of blessings that flow from the hands of priests—your hands. Each of you, called to bless, are a blessing to your Order and to the whole Church.” #Priesthood
Salve Regina
The Salve Regina (Hail Holy Queen) sung by the friars of the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C.
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Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P., on Truth
Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P., speaks on the nature of Truth and the joy that comes with being able to possess and share that which is true.
Now is the Dominican Moment
Bishop Robert Barron ordained six of our friars to the priesthood in 2019, his first priestly ordination as a Bishop. In this brief video, Bishop Barron discusses our culture's hunger for the truth and how the Dominican Friars are prepared to preach the truth for the salvation of souls.
BLACKFRIAR MUSIC: "Come, My Way"
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LYRICS:
Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life:
such a way as gives us breath,
such a truth as ends all strife,
such a life as killeth death.
Come, my Light, my Feast, my Strength:
such a light as shows a feast,
such a feast as mends in length,
such a strength as makes his guest.
Come, my Joy, my Love, my Heart:
such a joy as none can move,
such a love as none can part,
such a heart as joys in love.
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Fr. Austin Dominic Litke, O.P., Fr. Bob Koopman, O.S.B., & Leah Sedlacek perform a new arrangement of the beautiful 17th century hymn, "The Call", composed by George Herbert and later made famous by Ralph Vaughan Williams. This arrangement is by Edward A. David, a graduate of the piano performance program at NYU Steinhardt.
The video was shot by Blackfriar Films, which is the media division of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph. The crew is composed of graduates of the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU: Joshua Vargas, John Fisher, and Michael Crommett.
Inspired by Pope Francis's call for Catholics to take to the streets in sharing the Gospel, Blackfriar Films hit New York City for this project. Scenes were filmed at the Brooklyn Bridge, Our Lady of Good Counsel parish, Grand Central Station, Columbus Circle, and the Staten Island ferry.
Featuring:
Vocals by Austin Litke, O.P.
Piano by Robert Koopmann, O.S.B.
Violin by Leah Sedlacek
Musical arrangement by Edward A. David
Cinematography by Michael Crommett
Directed by A. Joshua Vargas
Edited by John S. Fisher
Produced by Kevin Gabriel Gillen, O.P.
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Good Christian Men, Rejoice!
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Nearly seven hundred years ago, a Dominican friar named Henry Suso had a vision of angels singing and dancing with joy about the birth of the Infant Jesus. The German preacher and mystic poet was soon swept up by the angelic song, and penned the Christmas hymn In Dulci Jubilo as a result. In the loose translation familiar to many today, we sing,
Good Christian men, rejoice
With heart and soul and voice;
Now ye need not fear the grave;
Jesus Christ was born to save!
Calls you one and calls you all
To gain his everlasting hall.
Christ was born to save!
Watch the video of the friars of the Dominican House of Studies as they continue this tradition of celebrating Christmas with a new album, Christ Was Born to Save, (digital and physical copies available for purchase) proceeds from which will support the Dominican students in Washington, D.C. The album features such timeless favorites as Away in a Manger, O Come, All Ye Faithful, and Silent Night, along with many other beautiful carols, chants, and choral works. All the music on this album flows from our prayerful contemplation of this great mystery: that God became man to save us from ourselves, and make us more like him.
Christ was born to save. This is what caused the angels to sing and dance in Blessed Henry’s vision, and is the true source of Christmas joy. God fulfilled his promise to restore creation to friendship with him through his Chosen People. Once again, God proved faithful to a mistrustful humanity, and confounded their doubts and expectations in the most extraordinary ways. The Lord of Hosts, robed in majesty, became a lowly child, bundled in swaddling clothes. And why? That, as he shares our humanity, we may share in his divinity, by becoming adopted sons and daughters of God.
Christ was born for this. The crib points to the Cross, and to the Resurrection still further. God has truly become man, and it means that we may share in his victory over sin and death. The sacred songs and chants of Christmas recorded by our schola in the resonant acoustic of Washington’s Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land recount this tremendous mystery. “Rejoice, rejoice!” we hear in the carol Gaudete, “with nature marveling, the world has been renewed by Christ who is reigning. The closed gate of Ezekiel is passed through.” Likewise, in the beloved Marian hymn Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming, we praise the “True man, yet very God, from sin and death he saves us, and lightens every load.” The heavenly choirs announce in Hark, the Herald Angels Sing, that Christ was “Born that man no more may die, born to raise the sons of earth, born to give them second birth!”
Christ was born to save. And so we cannot help but rejoice at “the dawn of redeeming grace,” (Silent Night), as we beseech this Child, “Born to die upon the Tree…to assoil [absolve] and save us all,” (Blessed Be That Maid Mary). “Be near me, Lord Jesus,” we pray in Away in a Manger, “And fit us for heaven, to live with thee there.” For “Though an infant now we view him, he shall fill his Father’s throne, gather all the nations to him; every knee shall then bow down,” (Angels from the Realms of Glory).
Christ was born for this: that we should trust once more in God’s faithfulness, and “gain his everlasting hall.” This Christmas, may God lead us all to “rejoice with heart and soul and voice” in so great a Savior.
The Glorious Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary
The Glorious Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary
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The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary
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The Joyful Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary
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The Dominican Novitiate
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A rare inside look at the Dominican novitiate in Cincinnati, Ohio where incoming men live out a trial year before moving on to the House of Studies in Washington, D.C.
The Luminous Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary
The Luminous Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary
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Fr. James Brent, O.P. on "Offer it Up"
Fr. James Brent, O.P., explains the meaning behind the expression "offer it up" & how sacrifice redeems the world.
Fulton Sheen on the Art of Preaching (Never Before Seen!)
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Available for the first time in its entirety, here is the complete, uninterrupted address given in 1972 by Fulton Sheen to the Word of God Institute (run by the Dominican Friars), at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C., on what makes for effective and ineffective preaching. Brought to you by Blackfriars Media.
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2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage | Blessing of the Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Statue
Experience the beautiful blessing of the Queen of the Most Holy Rosary statue at the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Crafted by the renowned artisans of Oberammergau, the statue serves as a visual reminder of Mary’s maternal care and her call to lead pilgrims closer to Christ through the rosary.
Watch as pilgrims and friars gather to honor Our Lady, offering prayers and intentions, and witness this new presence for devotion and reflection at the pilgrimage.
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God's Godly Love | Fr. Austin Litke O.P.
We are good only because he has first loved us. During the second conference of the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. Austin Litke, O.P. shares with us that God’s love does not wait for us to be good. God looks at the very worst of us and still chooses to love. That love is the beginning of every good thing, the love that called us into being and will not let us go.
Never Give Up | Fr. Andrew Hofer O.P.
At the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P. reminded us to never give up. Not on ourselves, our loved ones, or even our enemies. Our hope is not in our strength but in the work of God within us, made present in the sacrifice of the Mass. May we continue to hope in Our Lord through the intercession of Our Lady and the Rosary.
Newly Canonized Saint Bartolo Longo & the Rosary with Fr. Andrew, O.P.
On October 19th, Blessed Bartolo Longo, the lay Dominican who dedicated his life to spreading the Rosary at Pompei, was canonized—a true witness to the power of conversion and devotion.
In this clip from the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P., reflects on Bartolo’s journey: a man once lost in darkness, even practicing Satanism, who experienced a dramatic conversion and devoted his life to Our Lady of the Rosary. Fr. Hofer emphasizes that Bartolo’s life is a reminder that the Rosary is a “chain of hope,” lifting hearts to Heaven and inspiring all who pray it.
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The Rosary is Our Chain of Hope | 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage
Experience the beauty and grace of the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Thousands of pilgrims gathered in Washington, D.C. to pray, adore, and celebrate the Mass, living the virtues of faith, hope, and charity through the Rosary and the Sacraments.
Watch as pilgrims come together in prayer, confession, and adoration, united under the guidance of Our Lady. Let this video inspire your heart and draw you closer to Christ through the Rosary.
Join us next year on September 26, 2026, and be on the lookout for the 2026 Novena prayer card to prepare your heart.
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Waiting Father | Fr. Austin Litke, O.P.
To wait for the Lord is not to stand still, it is to look for him with love. At the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. Litke reflected on what it means to wait for the Lord. Like the father who looks for his son from afar, the Christian heart learns to wait with love, longing for the moment it will be received by him.
Thank you for joining the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage
Fr. Joseph Anthony Kress, O.P., Promoter of the Rosary, thanks everyone who joined the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Over 4,000 pilgrims prayed together, and 26,000 joined online. Mark your calendars for September 26, 2026.
2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage | Second Conference with Fr. Austin Litke, O.P.
Discover how the Rosary transforms not just our minds but our hearts in Conference II of the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Fr. Austin Litke, O.P., explains how this powerful devotion helps us lift up our hearts, choose divine charity, and participate in God’s love in every moment.
Watch and reflect on how the mysteries of Christ and Mary guide us to love the things above, leave behind the things below, and grow in Christian charity. Perfect for personal prayer, reflection, or revisiting the Pilgrimage from home.
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2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage | Homily with Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.
At the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P., shared a powerful homily on the Rosary as our chain of hope—a prayer that lifts us, strengthens us, and unites us to God and one another.
Fr. Hofer reminded pilgrims that hope is more than wishing for good; it is a theological virtue infused by God, keeping us rooted in Him even in the midst of life’s struggles. He shared the inspiring story of Blessed Bartolo Longo, who overcame despair through the Rosary and devoted his life to spreading it.
“Pick up a rosary, and you lay hold of eternal life. Pray for yourselves, for your loved ones, and for your enemies. Never give up—never give up on God,” Fr. Hofer said.
Experience this homily and the day of pilgrimage for yourself, and let it inspire your prayer and strengthen your hope.
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Join the Rosary Confraternity: Experience Our Lady’s Promise | Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P.
Discover the power of the Rosary and join a centuries-old legacy of prayer. Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., shares the inspiring story of St. Bartolo Longo, a former Satanist who converted to Catholicism and dedicated his life to promoting the Rosary.
Fr. Joseph-Anthony shares Our Lady’s promise: "Those who promote the Rosary will experience the salvation of Her Son, Jesus Christ."
Learn how you can enroll in the Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary, join thousands of faithful around the world in prayer, and participate in the spiritual graces of this holy tradition. No dues, no meetings — just pray the Rosary and grow closer to Christ.
Watch now to be inspired and consider enrolling today:
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A Heartfelt Thank You from Fr. Joseph-Anthony, Promoter of the Rosary
Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P., Promoter of the Rosary, shares a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage.
More than 4,000 pilgrims gathered in Washington, D.C. to pray the Rosary, celebrate Mass, and share in the joy of our faith. Over 800 confessions were heard, and 26,000 pilgrims joined through the livestream—making this year’s pilgrimage a true celebration of prayer and community.
Watch as Fr. Joseph Anthony reflects on the graces of the day and offers his gratitude to all who took part, both in person and online.
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2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage | First Conference with Fr. Austin Litke, O.P.
Watch the first conference of the 2025 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage with Fr. Austin Litke, O.P. In this talk, “Be Transformed by the Renewal of Your Minds: The Rosary and the Virtue of Faith,” Fr. Austin explores how the Rosary shapes our minds, hearts, and daily lives, helping us grow in faith and participate more fully in God’s life.
Through Mary’s example in the Annunciation, Visitation, and Nativity, we see how the Rosary guides us to a deeper act of faith and invites us to enter the mysteries of salvation with clarity and devotion.
Whether you joined us in person or are watching from home, this conference offers a meaningful way to pray, reflect, and let the Rosary transform your mind and heart.
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Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage – September 27, 2025
Join us live from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for the third annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET.
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This livestream will guide you through a full day of prayer, Mass, Rosary, and conferences with the Dominican Friars, uniting pilgrims worldwide in devotion to Christ and Our Lady.
Full Schedule of the Day
10:00 AM – Opening Procession (Upper Church)
10:20 AM – Novena Prayer
10:30 AM – Conference I: Be Transformed by the Renewal of Your Minds: The Rosary and the Virtue of Faith | Fr. Austin Litke, O.P.
11:00 AM – Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (Upper Church)
11:00 AM – 1:45 PM – Confessions (Memorial Hall)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Book Signings (Bookstore)
1:45 PM – Benediction (Upper Church)
2:00 PM – Conference II: Lift Up Your Hearts: The Rosary and the Virtue of Charity | Fr. Austin Litke, O.P.
2:30 PM – Enrollment in the Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary | Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P.
3:00 PM – Rosary Procession
4:30 PM – Vigil Mass | Main Celebrant: Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P. | Homilist: Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.
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Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage – September 28, 2024
We invite you to join us live from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 10 AM ET as we gather for the second Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage to Christ and Our Lady in Washington, DC.
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The Project of Being Human Is Beyond Us | Fr. James Sullivan, O.P.
At the 2024 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. James Sullivan, O.P., preached on the limits of human strength. We often believe we have life figured out—but the struggle with sin reveals otherwise. On our own, we cannot reach our true potential or find lasting happiness.
The good news: God’s grace is the answer. In Christ, we discover the fullness of what it means to be human, not by our own power but through divine love that triumphs over sin.
We Need God’s Grace | Fr. James Sullivan, O.P.
At the 2024 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, Fr. James Sullivan, O.P., preached on the struggle St. Paul describes: “The good that I want to do, I do not do… but the evil I do not want is what I do.”
Our culture tells us to “be your best self,” but can we ever fulfill that promise apart from God? Fr. James reflects on why we are not enough on our own—and why the Annunciation is God’s answer. In giving us His Son and His Mother, the Lord shows that the fullness of the human person is forged only by grace.
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