Mission and Vision

Shrine Mission Statement:
In the Spirit of St. Therese, the National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica exists to Bring Everyone in our Community to an Encounter with Christ, to Grow in His Love, and to Go Forth Sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ to All.

Shrine Vision Statement:
The National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica will be a Band of Joyful Missionary Disciples who Go Forth Filled with the Love of Christ, in the spirit of St. Therese, Giving witness to the Good News, Sharing the Faith through Word and Action, thus Drawing All to Communion in Christ.