Events at the Basilica
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UNITAS - Retiro de Preparación Matrimonial
De 8am a 4pm en el Little Flower Hall
Este retiro es en español.
Mission Sunday
Come meet representatives from the many ministries and committees at Little Flower Basilica. Perhaps there’s a ministry you feel called to join!
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Office Closed
Little Flower Administration Office will be closed Monday, January 19. Regular hours resume Tuesday, January 20.
Free Throw Championship
Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship
Boys and Girls ages 9-14
Little Flower School Gym
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
Anniversary of the Basilica's Dedication
On Feb. 2, 1999, the church was dedicated as a Basilica in a special ceremony.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Mardi Gras Potluck
The annual Mardi Gras Potluck is February 17!
7pm in the the Little Flower Hall.
Last names A-M bring a side | Last Names N-Z bring a dessert
Learning to Pray the Liturgy of the Hours
Learn and practice praying the Morning and Evening Prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours, two of the most important hinge Hours.
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
UNITAS - Marriage Preparation Retreat
9am to 5pm in the Little Flower Hall
This retreat is in English.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Novena & Solemnity of St. Joseph, Protector of the Carmelite Order and Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Submit your intentions for the St. Joseph Novena (March 10-18) and join us March 19 at 12pm for the Solemnity of St. Joseph.
Legion of St. Thérèse
Study and reflect on Iain Matthew’s “The Impact of God: Soundings from St. John of the Cross”
Grupo de estudio para reflexionar sobre “El Impacto de Dios: Claves para la lectura de San Juan de la Cruz” de Iain Matthew
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Alan Ames at Little Flower Basilica
Join us for this special Healing Service that includes Mass, confessions, a talk by Alan Ames, and prayers of healing!
Bake Sale
Join the Brown Scapular for a Palm Sunday Bake Sale!
After Sunday morning Masses.
Easter Triduum
Join us for the celebrations of the Resurrection of the Lord!
See the Easter holiday schedule for the Basilica Campus.
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Healed by Love: Contemplation as a Path of Healing according to St. John of the Cross
Join us for the next session of the Little Flower Lecture Series!
Find healing through the path of contemplative prayer, which is God’s self-communication in love and awakens within us our own need for transformation with Fr. Daniel Chowning, OCD
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
UNITAS - Retiro de Preparación Matrimonial
De 8am a 4pm en el Little Flower Hall
Este retiro es en español.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Group Wedding | Convalidations
Would you like to be married by the Church?
Little Flower offers all couples of our parish who have been registered for more than one year and are not yet married by the Church [only civilly or by justice of the peace] to have the opportunity to do so in a special ceremony.
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
Mother's Day Mariachi Mass
Submit the names of mothers you wish to be remembered at the Mother’s Day Mariachi Mass!
Anniversary of the Installation of Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo's installation took place at St. Peter's Square on May 18, 2025. In honor of Pope Leo’s installation, May 18 is one of our designated Red Letter Days.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Father’s Day Mass
Submit the names of fathers you wish to be remembered at the Father’s Day Mass!
Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
The Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, celebrated on June 29, focuses on the martyrdom of St. Peter and Paul.
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Novena
Submit your intentions and join us in this novena of prayers and Masses leading up to the Solemn Mass for Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Daily Masses at 12pm, July 7 to 15.
Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, July 16 at 6pm.
UNITAS - Marriage Preparation Retreat
9am to 5pm in the Little Flower Hall
This retreat is in English.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Join us for the Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, July 16 at 6pm, reception to follow.
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Holy Day of Obligation
Mass at 12pm and 6pm!
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Anniversary of the Proclamation of Little Flower Parish as a Minor Basilica
Proclaimed a Basilica by the sainted Pope John Paul II in 1998.
Exploring St. John of the Cross with Fr. Stephen Sanchez, OCD
Join us for the next session of the Little Flower Lecture Series!
Explore St. John of the Cross with Fr. Stephen Sanchez, OCD
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
UNITAS - Retiro de Preparación Matrimonial
De 8am a 4pm en el Little Flower Hall
Este retiro es en español.
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
Enchilada Dinner
The Archconfraternity of the Brown Scapular invites you for a Enchilada Plate Sale!
St. Thérèse Novena
Join us for the St. Thérèse Novena, pray with us daily at the 12 pm Mass, view the daily reflections, and submit your intentions online!
Transit of St. Thérèse and Vigil Mass
The Transit is a special ceremony that narrates Thérèse’s last conversations before her death. The event is followed by the Vigil Mass for her Feast Day.
Solemnity of St. Thérèse & Mass of Roses
Celebrate St. Thérèse with us on October 1! The Solemn Mass of Roses at 6pm, followed by reception in the Little Flower Hall.
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
Solemnity of St. Teresa of Avila
St. Teresa of Jesus led the renewal of the Order of Carmel. Join us at the Basilica for Solemn Mass at 12pm or 6pm.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
All Souls Day and Novena
Join the Basilica in commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, starting off a Novena in remembrance for the souls of those who have died. Click here to submit your intentions!
First Friday Devotions
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
UNITAS - Marriage Preparation Retreat
9am to 5pm in the Little Flower Hall
This retreat is in English.
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
First Friday Devotions
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
Offer a Poinsettia!
Starting December 13, offer your intentions with a live poinsettia to beautify the Basilica for Christmas! Poinsettia intentions will be remembered at the 8:30pm Christmas Eve Vigil Mass. Poinsettias accepted before or after all public Masses.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Jóvenes Adultos Carmelitas
¡Crece en tu vida espiritual con los santos y la espiritualidad carmelita! Únete a jóvenes de entre 20 y 30 años para aprender más sobre la belleza del Carmelo.
No Confessions
There will be no Confessions Saturday, January 10
The Friars are away! Please say a prayer for a fruitful retreat.
Basilica Heritage Tour
Learn about the history of Little Flower Basilica and the sacred art collection it houses. Tour starts at 1pm. Click to confirm your attendance!
No Confessions
There will be no Confessions Tuesday, January 6.
The Friars are away! Please say a prayer for a fruitful retreat.
Día de los Reyes
Families are invited to attend the 5:30p.m. Mass, and then a reception in the Parish Hall, where children will receive gifts, Rosca de Reyes (king's cake wreath), and hot chocolate.
Carmelite Young Adults Group
Grow in your spiritual life with the Saints and spirituality of Carmel!
Join young adults in their 20s and 30s to learn more about the beauty of Carmel!
Holy Hour of Thanksgiving and Mercy in Honor of St. Thérèse
Join us on Thérèse's birthday, January 2, for this special Holy Hour!
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Join us for Mass for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God!
See the schedule for the Basilica Campus.
Christmas at the Basilica
Join us for the celebrations of the Nativity of the Lord!
See the Christmas holiday schedule for the Basilica Campus.
Christmas Decorating
Join Fr. Gregory as we prepare the Basilica for the Christmas liturgy! All volunteers welcome!
Monday/Lunes December 22 & Tuesday/Martes December 23 | 4pm to 6pm
La Gran Posada
La Gran Posada is a traditional Basilica Mexican Christmas celebration presented by Faith Formation at Little Flower Basilica. The event is free and open to the public. Doors open 6:30pm
Advent Penance Service
Prepare for the coming of Christ at Christmas and come together with the community in the Rite of Penance. Tuesday, December 16 at 6pm.
Solemnity of St. John of the Cross
Mass at 12pm and 6pm
One of the greatest Christian mystics and Spanish poets, doctor of the church, reformer of Spanish monasticism, and co-founder of the contemplative order of Discalced Carmelites.
Musica Sacra: Lessons and Carols
Start Advent at Little Flower Basilica with Lessons and Carols presented by Musica Sacra San Antonio.
Entrance is Free, but donations are encouraged. December 14 @ 3pm
Raffle Drawing & Community Celebration
Join us at the St. Thérèse Community Celebration, featuring food, music, and the 2025 Raffle Drawing!
Raffle tickets are still available! $10 - Grand Prize $10,000!
Get your tickets at the Administration Office or at Little Flower Catholic Store.
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Join us for Mass to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, when St. Juan Diego opened his cloak before the bishop, spilling fresh roses on the ground and revealing the portrait of Our Lady.
Serenata a la Virgen de Guadalupe
Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe with us, when St. Juan Diego opened his cloak before the bishop, spilling fresh roses on the ground and revealing the portrait of Our Lady.
Tamale Fundraiser
Sunday, December 7
Tickets: $20 Suggested donation
Presale tickets only!
Available at the St. John of the Cross Center
Thanksgiving Holiday
Join us for a Mass of Thanksgiving! Thursday, November 27 at 9am
See the Thanksgiving holiday schedule for the Basilica Campus.
Walking With Our Carmelite Saints
Explore the struggles, heroism, contributions to the Church, and legacy of some of the lesser known Carmelite Saints
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
Essays on Woman
Women and men are invited to join a 10-week series of presentations on the book Essays on Woman by St. Edith Stein (St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) with Abbey Murphy.
In-person and virtual options available
Administration Office Closes Early
Little Flower Administration Office will close at 4pm on November 17.
Exposition of Carmelite Relics
A special exposition of the first-class relics housed at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower. Relics of saints such as St. Teresa of Jesus (Avila), St. Therese of the Child Jesus, and St. John of the Cross. Be sure to pick up a Basilica Treasures pamphlet and learn about each of our relics!
Essays on Woman
Women and men are invited to join a 10-week series of presentations on the book Essays on Woman by St. Edith Stein (St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) with Abbey Murphy.
In-person and virtual options available
Essays on Woman
Women and men are invited to join a 10-week series of presentations on the book Essays on Woman by St. Edith Stein (St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) with Abbey Murphy.
In-person and virtual options available
No Confessions
The Discalced Carmelite Friars regret to announce there will be no Confessions Tuesday, November 4.
Irregular Hours: Administration Office
Little Flower Administration Office operate under temporary hours for the Relics Visit Event
All Saints Day
Celebrate All Saints at Little Flower Basilica!
Basilica Open for Veneration of the St. Thérèse Relics October 31 to November 4.