- Readings
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- First Scripture Reading
- Sirach 3: 17-18, 20, 28-29
- Second Scripture Reading
- Hebrews 12: 18-19, 22-24a
- Gospel Reading
- Luke 14: 1, 7-14
Society of the Little Flower – US
St. Therese of Lisieux
The mission of the Society of the Little Flower is to promote devotion to St. Therese of the Child Jesus, the Carmelite Nun and Doctor of the Church. Through prayers and donations, friends of St. Therese enable Carmelites throughout the world to make a difference in people’s lives.
Feast Day Red Rose
Pre-order a special silk rose that will be blessed at our Feast Day Mass and Celebration on October 1st, 2025.
Virtual Vigil Petition
Entrust your prayers to God by sharing your petitions. A virtual vigil candle will be lit and your intentions will be remembered at daily masses at The National Shrine of St. Therese.
St. Therese's Feast Day 2025
We look forward to celebrating the Feast of the Little Flower with you, as well as the 100th Anniversary of St. Therese’s canonization to sainthood. Let us all honor her legacy by praying together and following her “Little Way” to become closer to Jesus.
“When charity is deeply rooted in the soul it shows itself on the outside.” — St. Therese of Lisieux
Daily Scripture and Prayer
Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday of the Twenty-first Week in Ordinary Time
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- First Scripture Reading
- 1 Thessalonians 4:9-11
- Gospel Reading
- Matthew 25:14-30
Memorial of the Passion of Saint John the Baptist
- Readings
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- First Scripture Reading
- 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
- Gospel Reading
- Mark 6: 17-29
Visit the National Shrine & Museum of St. Therese
Served by the Society of the Little Flower
The National Shrine and Museum of St. Therese Campus in Darien, Illinois is served and supported by the Society of the Little Flower.
The Shrine and its sacred spaces await your visit. Join us for daily Mass, plan your pilgrimage, or submit your petitions for remembrance in prayer.