Annual Chrism Mass

2023 Archdiocesan Chrism Mass

Tuesday, March 28 at 6:00 p.m.

Crypt Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
400 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC

Each year Archbishop Timothy Broglio concelebrates with his priests the Chrism Mass, during which the priests renew their commitment and the oils intended for sacramental use on military installations and in VA medical centers served by the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA are blessed and consecrated.

The Chrism Mass is open to the public, and the faithful of the Archdiocese are encouraged to participate. Please view the visitor guidelines for the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, in Washington, DC.

2020 Chrism Mass