- Readings
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- First Scripture Reading
- 1 Maccabees 1: 10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63
- Gospel Reading
- Luke 18: 35-43
Society of the Little Flower – US

St. Thérèse of Lisieux
The mission of the Society of the Little Flower is to promote devotion to St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, the Carmelite Nun and Doctor of the Church. Through prayers and donations, friends of St. Thérèse enable Carmelites throughout the world to make a difference in people’s lives.
“When charity is deeply rooted in the soul it shows itself on the outside.” — St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Annual Membership
Renew your commitment to St. Thérèse and her “Little Way” by becoming an annual member of the Society of the Little Flower.
Christmas Tree of Hope
Share your Christmas intentions at the National Shrine of St. Thérèse in Darien, IL.
Daily Scripture and Prayer
Memorial of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious
Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Readings
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- First Scripture Reading
- Malachi 3: 19-20a
- Second Scripture Reading
- 2 Thessalonians 3: 7-12
- Gospel Reading
- Luke 21:5-19
Saturday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time
- Readings
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- First Scripture Reading
- Wisdom 18: 14-16; 19: 6-9
- Gospel Reading
- Luke 18: 1-8
Visit the National Shrine & Museum of St. Thérèse
Served by the Society of the Little Flower
The National Shrine and Museum of St. Thérèse 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.





