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SUMMARY:'A Beacon of Hope' Exclusive Guided Tours of Knock Basilica: Saturday\, July 18th 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience Knock Basilica like never before with an exclusive behind-the-scenes guided tour. \nDiscover fascinating stories about the Basilica’s history\, architecture and spiritual significance\, while gaining unique insights into one of Ireland’s most important places of pilgrimage. \nLed by knowledgeable guides\, this special tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the Basilica from a new perspective. \n  \nTours take place at 10am\, 10.30am and 1pm on Saturday\, July 18th at Knock Basilica.
URL:https://www.knockshrine.ie/event/a-beacon-of-hope-exclusive-guided-tours-of-knock-basilica-saturday-july-18th-2026/
LOCATION:Knock Basilica
CATEGORIES:Basilica 50
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SUMMARY:'Basilica 50' Celebrations: Saturday\, July 18th 2026
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 18th \, as we gather to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of this remarkable sanctuary\, we honour not only a building of striking beauty\, but a living spiritual home shaped by devotion\, community and the enduring message of Knock itself.  This golden jubilee invites us to look back with thanksgiving on five decades of prayer and pilgrimage\, while also looking forward with renewed hope to the generations who will continue to find comfort and inspiration here. In this special celebration\, we give thanks for all who envisioned\, built\, sustained and cherished the Basilica over the past 50 years. \n\nMorning Programme\n\nCelebrating 50 years of Knock Basilica\nLocation: St. John’s Centre \n  \n  \n10.30am:  Gathering and Light Refreshments \n  \n11am: Welcome and Opening Prayer \n11.15am: ‘An Acre of Shelter’ \nA short film about the unique story of Knock Basilica\, a landmark built on faith and defined by the people who pass through its doors. \n11.30am: ‘Faith and Foundations’ \nFr. Richard Gibbons P.P. and Rector of Knock Shrine in conversation with Tommy Marren\, Midwest Radio \n11.45am: Sharing memories of Knock Basilica \nOpen forum and Q&A \n12 noon: Winners of ‘Basilica 50 Creative Competition’
URL:https://www.knockshrine.ie/event/basilica-50-celebrations-saturday-july-18th-2026/
LOCATION:St. John’s Rest and Care Centre
CATEGORIES:Basilica 50
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SUMMARY:'Basilica 50': Mass of Thanksgiving\, Saturday\, July 18th 2026
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 18th \, as we gather to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of this remarkable sanctuary\, we honour not only a building of striking beauty\, but a living spiritual home shaped by devotion\, community and the enduring message of Knock itself.  This golden jubilee invites us to look back with thanksgiving on five decades of prayer and pilgrimage\, while also looking forward with renewed hope to the generations who will continue to find comfort and inspiration here. In this special celebration\, we give thanks for all who envisioned\, built\, sustained and cherished the Basilica over the past 50 years. \n  \n2.30pm: Anointing of the Sick at Knock Basilica \n  \n3pm: Concelebrated Mass of Thanksgiving \n  \nto mark  the 50th anniversary of the Basilica of Our Lady\, Queen of Ireland at Knock Basilica \nFollowed by Eucharistic Blessing
URL:https://www.knockshrine.ie/event/basilica-50-mass-of-thanksgiving-saturday-july-18th-2026/
LOCATION:Knock Basilica
CATEGORIES:Basilica 50
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