Christopher McCarthy

Millennial Catholic vlogger/writer living in Italy, on a perpetual journey to explore as many historical shrines as possible. Will you join me on my adventures?


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Latest Articles By Christopher McCarthy
Shrines of Italy: Church of Saint Catherine of Alexandria
Shrines of Italy: Church of Saint Catherine of Alexandria
One of the most popular shrines on the island of Sicily, the Church of Saint Catherine is an ancient masterpiece of Sicilian Baroque with a long history of association with the Dominican Order.
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Shrines of Italy: Church of Jesus (Casa Professa)
Shrines of Italy: Church of Jesus (Casa Professa)
For this trip, I made my way down to the city of Palermo on the island of Sicily. There, I found one of the most unique and richly decorated shrines I have ever seen. The local architectural style of Sicilian Baroque lends well to the Jesuit penchant for finer details, creating a masterpiece that many are quick to overlook, while few are quick to forget.
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Shrines of Italy: Cathedral of Saint Andrew
Shrines of Italy: Cathedral of Saint Andrew
Located on Italy's most famous coastline of Amalfi, Saint Andrew's Cathedral is a rare gem you won't want to miss. Blending several architectural styles into one, this church is well known for the crypt which contains the remains of Saint Andrew himself!
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Shrines of Italy: Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina
Shrines of Italy: Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina
I recently explored the complex built in honor of Padre Pio. Home to the incorrupt body of the friar himself, as well as many artifacts from his life, it was definitely worth the trip to San Giovanni Rotundo.
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Shrines of Italy: Sanctuary of Saint Rita
Shrines of Italy: Sanctuary of Saint Rita
Built in 1947 atop the remains of the original monastery, The Sanctuary of Saint Rita of Cascia is a vibrant monument to her life, housing not only her incorrupt body, but also that of her most devout follower.
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Shrines of Italy: Abbey of San Galgano
Shrines of Italy: Abbey of San Galgano
Abandoned since the late 1400's, the Abbey of San Galgano is something of a time capsule. It takes its name from the medieval knight, Saint Galgano Guidotti, a hermit famous for plunging his sword into a stone as an act of relinquishing his former title. Pristine and peaceful, it's definitely a place worth visiting if you're ever in the region of Tuscany.
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Shrines of Italy: Church of San Sigismondo
Shrines of Italy: Church of San Sigismondo
The final resting place for the incorrupt body of Blessed Imelda Lambertini, the Church of San Sigismondo is a gorgeous little sanctuary in the heart of downtown Bologna.
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Shrines of Italy: Church of Santa Maria Maggiore (Assisi)
Shrines of Italy: Church of Santa Maria Maggiore (Assisi)
Increasingly well-known as the resting place for the body of Blessed Carlo Acutis, the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore is a modest home for a modern saint. Definitely worth stopping by next time you're in Assisi!
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Shrines of Italy: Monastery of San Damiano
Shrines of Italy: Monastery of San Damiano
Constructed in the 12th Century, this Franciscan monastery is known as the birthplace of Saint Francis' ministry. It was here that he received his famous command from Our Lord to go forth and "Rebuild My Church!"
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Shrines of Italy: Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Shrines of Italy: Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Commissioned just one day after the canonization of Saint Francis, this minor basilica towers over the surrounding village of Assisi like a fortress. This maze of a complex is home to no less than two churches built in honor of the saint, and even houses his remains in an underground crypt.
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Shrines of Italy: Madonna della Corona
Shrines of Italy: Madonna della Corona
Built into the side of a sheer cliff face, the Sanctuary of Madonna della Corona is by far one of the most unique shrines in the world.
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Shrines of Italy: The Miracle of Lanciano
Shrines of Italy: The Miracle of Lanciano
Home to the most famous Eucharistic Miracle in Catholic history, this Lanciano shrine is a hidden gem you won't want to miss.
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Shrines of Italy: The Holy House of Loreto
Shrines of Italy: The Holy House of Loreto
The birthplace of Our Lady according to legend, The Holy House of Loreto is one of the most significant shrines in Christian history. Countless saints have flocked to this site over the centuries with the intention to venerate the Mother of God in the very same house where the Annunciation took place.
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Shrines of Italy: Church of SS. Giovanni & Reparata
Shrines of Italy: Church of SS. Giovanni & Reparata
The original Cathedral of Lucca before the completion of Saint Martin's, this church is home to many important archaeological discoveries pertaining to the village of Lucca.
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Shrines of Italy: Cathedral of Saint Martin
Shrines of Italy: Cathedral of Saint Martin
One of the most prominent churches in Lucca, the Cathedral of Saint Martin is an obscure Gothic treasure with several hidden artifacts you wouldn't expect.
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