In the lives of these two saints – one so modern, the other so ancient – the Church reminds us of what it means to be a saint: staying close to Christ.
Seton Shrine
Introducing ‘Seton & Culture’ – A New Essay Series
A new essay series on great Catholic cultural figures from the perspective of Elizabeth Seton’s spirituality.
Lift Up My Soul: 15 Days of Prayer with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Join us on a 15-day journey of prayer with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, an ordinary woman who endured extraordinary suffering, and became the first American-born Saint.
New video in the Seton Shrine’s Seeker to Saint series: Finding Mary
Our relationships shape who we are — the good relationships and the difficult ones. Mother Seton’s life was filled with difficult relationships that left her wounded.
Celebrate the Feast of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton with A Virtual Tour of the Seton Shrine
Visit the home of an American Saint….wherever you are! Book a free INTERACTIVE and PERSONAL virtual tour for January 4th or 5th.
New video in the Seton Shrine’s Seeker to Saint series: “The Cost of Conversion”
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s decision to enter the Catholic faith was heroic and extraordinary.
New video in the Seton Shrine’s Seeker to Saint series: “Storybook Romance”
In 1793, Elizabeth Ann Seton met a dashing man who sweetly called her his dear “Eliza.” That man, William Magee Seton, became the husband Elizabeth dearly loved.
Seton Shrine Debuts “Seeker to Saint” Video Series
The Seeker to Saint series, produced by The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, is part of a year-long commemoration of the 200th anniversary of her passing into heave
Seton Shrine Celebrates the 200th Anniversary of Mother Seton
The Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg, Maryland is celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Mother Seton’s death with a special website and other initiatives.
Seeker to Saint: A New Short Film Coming January 4
Coming January 4th! A new 15-minute short film brought to you by the Seton Shrine.
Mother Seton’s “Ecce Homo” Painting
This is a video interpretation of a painting gifted to Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. The video was produced in partnership between the Seton Shrine and the Archives of the Daughters of Charity Province of St. Louise.
Mother’s Day with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
“Elizabeth Ann Seton was a mother in every respect, loving her own children, her extended family, her spiritual daughters, her students, and persons in need, with maternal care.”
