Since hiring Douglas Architects of San Antonio in October of 2020, a lot of work has been done “behind the scenes” in our restoration project. The friars have been working closely with Douglas Architects, Project Control of Texas (our project managers), various engineering firms, historical preservation experts, and a capital campaign consultant to develop a master plan for the Basilica Complex.

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower is entering the final phases of the Master Plan project that is underway for the restoration, renovation, and repairs needed to the Basilica complex.

Chanting the Flos Carmeli, the Discalced Carmelite Fathers of the Province of St. Thérèse closed their XXXI Provincial Chapter meeting encouraged by the newly-elected Provincial, Fr. Luis Castañeda, OCD, “to take the best from the past and to build and live our present and future with creativity.”