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VISITING MARY'S HOUSE

Each year, the Basilica of Saint Mary is pleased to welcome thousands of pilgrims and tourists from across the United States and the globe. Many people come to visit our Basilica as part of vacations along the Mississippi River, or because they are attracted by the beauty of our church or the charm of the city of Natchez. Whatever your reason for visiting our church, we hope that you find yourself spiritually at home in Mary's House.

PILGRIMAGE & TOUR GROUPS

Groups of different sizes will visit the Basilica for various reasons. The Basilica is pleased to arrange for guided tours to sizable groups, such as school field trips or parish pilgrimages. Upon request, groups may also be provided use of the Family Life Center for meals and restroom services. (*Groups are responsible for their own catering). Self-guided tour brochures are available to individuals and families who visit the Basilica any day of the week.

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Priests who wish to accompany these groups are welcome to concelebrate the parish Masses, or they may arrange to offer Mass for their groups or in private. All priests visiting from outside the Diocese of Jackson must provide a letter of suitability from their diocese or order.

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If you are visiting Natchez as part of a Mississippi River Cruise, all of the cruise lines which visit the city have arrangements with the Basilica for guided tours. Consult your cruise excursion materials for more information. 

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Visitors of all faiths are welcome to attend services offered in the Basilica church. Those who are unfamiliar with Catholic worship will be provided with guides to assist their participation.

MISSION STATEMENT

St. Mary Basilica Parish is a community of believers united by faith in Jesus Christ and committed to bringing about the kingdom of God. Parish members are encouraged to grow in faith through the celebration of the Eucharist and sacraments, by the study of the Sacred Scriptures and the Catholic Tradition, and by active participation in the ministries of the parish. Parish members are expected to be witnesses for their faith by loving support of one another and through service to the needy, the wider community, and the world mission of the Catholic Church.

CONTACT

Basilica Parish Office:

613 Main Street

Natchez, Mississippi 39120

phone 601.445.5616

fax  601.445.9631

email secretary@stmarybasilica.org

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For inquiries regarding weddings and baptisms, please contact the office.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT

The Basilica of Saint Mary is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons of every age, race, and state of life. In accordance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People promulgated by the U.S. Bishops, the Diocese of Jackson encourages any victim of abuse by Clergy or Church Staff or Volunteers to come forward and begin the healing process. We encourage any victim to contact Erika Rojas, Victim Assistance coordinator at 601.326.3736.

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