• help us repair, restore and preserve the basilica of saint lawrence

  
  

  For over a century, the aesthetic influence of The Basilica of Saint Lawrence has stood the test of time and brought prestige and honor to our region.
  The Basilica was designed in 1903 by Spanish-born architect Rafael Guastavino. Sadly, Guastavino died in 1908, before the completion of the Basilica. His son, Rafael Guastavino Jr., ensured its completion in 1909.
  With its rich antiquity and colorful splendor, the Basilica is a gift entrusted to us by generations of people who came before. It represents our history: a unique and distinct identity rooted in generosity, a commitment to our community, and a steadfast faith in God.
  As the Basilica celebrates 113 years of service, it is up to us to preserve and share its legacy with tomorrow's generations.
  To this end we are working together with our community to conduct a major campaign to:

  • Strengthen the faith in our community
  • Save history for future generations
  • Safeguard an architectural treasure
  • Preserve the historic beauty of Western North Carolina

  The Very Rev. Father Roger K. Arnsparger

• campaign newsletter

  • June 10, 2023
  • May 12, 2023
  • March 24, 2023
  • March 3, 2023
  • February 24, 2023
  • February 10, 2023
  • February 2, 2023
  • December 20, 2022
  • December 11, 2022

• campaign brochure

  • Campaign Brochure in English
  • Campaign Brochure in Spanish

• donate now

  • Online Giving

• CAMPAIGN PLEDGE CARD

  • PLEDGE CARD (English)
  • PLEDGE CARD (Spanish)

• • Basilica Case for Support (English)
  • Baslica Case for Support (Spanish)

• HISTORICAL STRUCTURE REPORT 

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