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Catholic Churches in San Antonio, Texas

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

Archdiocese of San Antonio

Directions

Address

1715 N Zarzamora Street
San Antonio, TX 78201

About Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower, operated by the Discalced Carmelites in San Antonio, is dedicated to St. Thérèse of Lisieux and stands as "The Heart of Carmel in San Antonio." Four Sunday Masses are offered in English and Spanish, including a 10:00 a.m. Mass attended by La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen. The basilica hosts a monthly First Friday Healing Mass, the annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel novena in July, and perpetual Eucharistic Adoration on its campus, which also includes a monastery, school, and the St. John of the Cross Center.


Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower is a Roman Catholic parish in San Antonio, Texas, part of the Archdiocese of San Antonio. The parish offers Mass 10 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10 AM and 12 PM and 5:30 PM. Confession is available on Tuesday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM
10 AM(La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Carmen members attend this Mass)
Spanish
12 PM
5:30 PM
Spanish

Thursday

12 PM(Daily Mass during Our Lady of Mount Carmel Novena (July 7-15))
6 PM(Solemnity of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (July 16))
7 PM(Healing Mass on First Friday of the month)

Friday

6 PM(First Fridays only. Healing Mass)

Saturday

12 PM
5:30 PM

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Tuesday

6 PM - 7 PM

Saturday

4 PM - 5 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Thursday: 10 AM - 7 PM (Eucharistic Adoration on the first Friday of the month)

Programs & Ministries

Young Adult Ministry

Young Adults

Schedule: 7 PM

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! June 6, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:00

Prayer Groups

Prayer Group

Schedule: Tuesday

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower?

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, 5:30 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower?

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower confession times: Tuesday 6 PM - 7 PM; Saturday 4 PM - 5 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower?

Yes, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Where is Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower located?

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower is located at 1715 N Zarzamora Street, San Antonio, TX 78201. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Thursday 10 AM - 7 PM.