Rosary Day 17: Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in USA

During the month of May, the Church around the world is joining in a daily Rosary for the intention of the end of the pandemic, as well as a specific intention related to the various victims of the virus.

Each day of the month, a different shrine will lead the daily Rosary, according to local practice.

The beginning and the end of the Rosary Marathon (May 1 and May 31) are led by Pope Francis.

See below to follow the list of the Shrines.

Read more:These 30 shrines will lead the Rosary Relay for end of the pandemic

Watch the Rosary live at 6 p.m. Rome time (12 noon EDT) by clicking here. The video screen at the top will go live at the designated time.

Day 17 intention: For all world leaders and for all heads of international organizations

For today’s Rosary Relay, we go to the United States, to the largest church in the country.

Learn about the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, here:

Read more:Take a virtual tour of the largest Catholic church in North America