Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

San Antonio, Texas

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower is located in San Antonio, Texas. The basilica was proclaimed a Minor Basilica by Pope John Paul II in 1998. The church hosts various religious observances throughout the year including First Friday devotions with Eucharistic Adoration and Healing Mass, solemnities honoring saints significant to the Carmelite tradition such as Our Lady of Mount Carmel, St. Thérèse, and St. Teresa of Avila, and special masses for Father's Day and Mother's Day. The basilica serves as a center for Carmelite spirituality and offers numerous programs and groups for spiritual growth, including young adult groups, prayer and support groups, study groups, and formation activities. The church also organizes community service events such as grounds cleanup days and hosts special retreats and lectures related to Carmelite spirituality and Catholic teachings.

Denomination

Catholic

Phone

210-735-9126

Pastor

John Magdalene Suenram

Email

admin@littleflowerbasilica.org

Services

Founded

1931

Style

Beaux-Arts

Last updated August 2026

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower
Map showing location of Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

Congregation size

5,000-20,000

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