Minor basilica

(See also: Major basilica) Minor basilica (Latin: Basilica minor, Basilicæ minores in plural) is a title given to some Roman Catholic churches. According to canon law, no church building can be honoured with the title of basilica unless by apostolic grant or from immemorial custom. Presently, the authorising decree is granted by the Pope through the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments.

Minor basilica

(See also: Major basilica) Minor basilica (Latin: Basilica minor, Basilicæ minores in plural) is a title given to some Roman Catholic churches. According to canon law, no church building can be honoured with the title of basilica unless by apostolic grant or from immemorial custom. Presently, the authorising decree is granted by the Pope through the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments.