Events at the Basilica
Spirituality • Red-Letter Days • Arts and Culture • Community
StVdP Summer Staple Food Drive
May 21 to June 21 - St. Vincent de Paul is collecting staple food items for families in need during the Summer months. You can help feed a family in need in our community!
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
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!
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
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.
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
Journey Through the Dark Night with St. John of the Cross
The first of this two-part workshop series offers a gentle yet deep immersion into the life, writings, and spiritual wisdom of St. John of the Cross, Doctor of the Church and master of contemplation.
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!
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
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.
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
Office Closed
May you have a wonderful Independence Day weekend! The Little Flower Administration Office will be closed July 3, in observance of the holiday.
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!
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.
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
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
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.
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.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
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.
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
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Holy Day of Obligation
Mass at 12pm!
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Los miembros asisten a la misa de las 10am en la Basílica y luego se reúnen.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
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!
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
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.
Carmelite Young Adult Days
Young adults (single, married, etc.) are invited to join the Discalced Carmelite family for Carmelite Young Adult Weekend at Little Flower Basilica!
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!
Journey Through the Dark Night with St. John of the Cross
The second session of this two-part workshop series offers a gentle yet deep immersion into the life, writings, and spiritual wisdom of St. John of the Cross, Doctor of the Church and master of contemplation.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Help the Creation Care Team keep the Basilica grounds clean and safe for the community!
Transit of St. Thérèse
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!
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.
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.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
Basilica Heritage Tour
Learn about the history of Little Flower Basilica and the Basilica’s Sacred Art Collection. Starting at 1pm
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!
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
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.
Camino de Esperanza
¡Únase a nuestro grupo de oración y apoyo espiritual!
Este mes nos reuniremos el 21 de noviembre.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
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.
SEEK27
Plan a pilgrimage to Little Flower Basilica as part of your visit to San Antonio for SEEK27!
Feast of the Chair of St. Peter the Apostle
Jesus told Peter, “I have prayed that your own faith may not fail; and once you have turned back, you must strengthen your brothers” (Lk 22:32). Today, this feast reminds us of the significance of the ministry of St. Peter and the succession of popes who followed in his footsteps.
Novena 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) in preparation for the Solemnity of St. Joseph.
Solemnity of St. Joseph, Protector of the Carmelite Order and Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Join us March 19 at 12pm for the Solemnity of St. Joseph.
Mother's Day Mariachi Mass
Submit the names of mothers you wish to be remembered at the Mother’s Day Mariachi Mass!
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
Laudato Si’ Reading Group
Study and reflect on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si': On Care For Our Common Home.
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.
In the Footsteps of St. John of the Cross: Following the Pathway of Creation to Union with God in Love
Join us for the next session of the Little Flower Lecture Series!
In the Footsteps of St. John of the Cross: Following the Pathway of Creation to Union with God in Love with Fr. John Magdalene Suenram, OCD
Shrine Ambassador Orientation
Sign up to be a Shrine Ambassador, then join us for training!
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.
Community Camino
Join Camino San Antonio for their monthly Community Camino. In May, they will walk from Mission Concepción to Little Flower Basilica.
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.
First Friday
Join us at the Basilica on the first Friday of the month for Eucharistic Adoration and a Healing Mass!
The Chosen (Carmelite Young Adults)
Join the Carmelite Young Adults for season 2 of The Chosen!
7pm @ St. John of the Cross Center
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
Confirmation Retreat
“I have called you by name” Confirmation Retreat.
To register contact Yolanda Vargas.
The Chosen (Carmelite Young Adults)
Join the Carmelite Young Adults for season 2 of The Chosen!
7pm @ St. John of the Cross Center
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!
Shrine Ambassador Orientation
Sign up to be a Shrine Ambassador, then join us for training!
Shrine Special Hours
Little Flower Basilica will be open to pilgrims and visitors April 18, 2026. Click to see the day’s schedule.
Creation Care Team Clean-Up Day
Join the Creation Care Team in keeping the Basilica grounds beautiful and safe for the community!
The Chosen (Carmelite Young Adults)
Join the Carmelite Young Adults for season 2 of The Chosen!
7pm @ St. John of the Cross Center
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.
Designer Purse & Accessories Bingo
Designer Purse & Accessories Bingo in the Little Flower Hall!
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
The Chosen (Carmelite Young Adults)
Join the Carmelite Young Adults for season 2 of The Chosen!
7pm @ St. John of the Cross Center
Easter Triduum
Join us for the celebrations of the Resurrection of the Lord!
See the Easter holiday schedule for the Basilica Campus.
Basilica Closed
12pm Daily Mass will be celebrated in the St. John of the Cross Center Chapel.
No Confessions.
Bake Sale
Join the Brown Scapular for a Palm Sunday Bake Sale!
After Sunday morning Masses.