Ilya Kovalevskiy, Author at Basilian Fathers

Monstrance and Relic of Pope St. Pius X Find New Home in St. Pius X Parish

When the chapel and sacristies of the Cardinal Flahiff Basilian Centre were being emptied of their contents this past summer, Father Jefferson M. Thompson, CSB learned that two items available […]

Basilian Lay Associates of Rochester hold a Memorial Mass for deceased Basilian Fathers

On Tuesday, August 29, the Basilian Lay Associates of Rochester held a Memorial Mass for deceased Basilian Fathers. Fr. Kevin Mannara, CSB, presided. Fr. Lance Gonyo, a diocesan priest educated […]

A Journey of Resilience and Faith: Relocating from 95 St. Joseph St. to 360 Davenport

In Basilian history, we find resilience, faith, and an unwavering dedication to the Basilian charism of education, evangelization, and our profound devotion to God. Our recent transition from 95 St. […]

Harmony of Art and Music: A Painting and Church Organ Discover a Serene New Sanctuary

Since 1954, the masterpiece known as the “Last Supper” by the renowned Canadian artist Gerald Trottier (1924 – 2004) has graced the walls of the Refectory of St. Basil’s Seminary, […]

“A woman clothed with the sun” – The History & Significance of the Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary

The Feast Day of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, celebrated on August 15th, holds a special place in the hearts of millions around the world. This revered day commemorates […]

“This is my Son, my Chosen; listen to him!” – The History and Significance of The Church’s Feast of The Transfiguration

On August 6th, both Roman and Eastern rite Catholics are celebrating the Church’s feast of the Transfiguration today, and this day is the traditional date for both calendars. The feast […]

“CSB” – The Profession and Spiritual Journey of Bishoy Dawood

“One for us, and one for you.” – these were the words of the Coptic Orthodox Priest that performed the baptism of Bishoy’s bother. Despite being only five years old […]

“Ora et labora”: The Life and Legacy of St. Benedict: Father of Western Monasticism

On July 11th, we celebrate the Feast Day of St. Benedict of Nursia, one of the co-patron Saints of Europe. On this day we ask St. Benedict to pray for […]

Brothers in Christ: Unveiling the Divine Connection Between St. Peter and St. Paul on their Solemnity

“Both apostles share the same feast day, for these two were one; and even though they suffered on different days, they were as one. Peter went first, and Paul followed. […]

The Nativity of Saint John The Baptist and its significance

“Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater […]