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Church of the Little Flower

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😠 I do not like the Spanish mass 12:30 pm. They should not play the conga drums while singing holy church music. Not is it only inappropriate, but this is used in Santeria... this is supposed to be a Roman Catholic mass and not Santeria. Please get rid of conga drums !!! People often mention church, Flower, mass, Church, beautiful, Coral, Gables, Florida,


Address

2711 Indian Mound Trail, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Website

cotlf.org

Contact

(305) 446-9950

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (123 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 8β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 8β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 8β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Thursday: 8β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Friday: 8β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

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  • 1/5 Keyer 4. 2 years ago on Google
    I do not like the Spanish mass 12:30 pm. They should not play the conga drums while singing holy church music. Not is it only inappropriate, but this is used in Santeria... this is supposed to be a Roman Catholic mass and not Santeria. Please get rid of conga drums !!!
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Antonio D. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 100 reviews
    I usually go there when there is no mass going on. I love its quietness which is conductive to meditation and one on one conversation with God.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 angelica j. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful historic architecture. Hit missed twice i went with a Familyy and had awful experience : we did not felt welcome and not at home. We rather go to Saint Louis and Saint Thomas the Apostle. Despite the driving. The latest and last experience we all went with multicultural Family arrived from diverse areas and went to the spanish mass for the Grandparents courtesy. In the main prayers we prayed in English and a lady infront of US dressed in Green told the 9 year old in "English" our Family to be quiet as he was praying in English, and she eas Unable to Concentrate. I just replaied: 1. We are not ahsemed to pray to the Lord in any Language 2.she was bullying a Child(he almost cry) 3. What would she do if it was Child crying or the Older Cuban americans catching up after a week without seeing each other in Mass. 4 Reverse Discrimination.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Ariel W. 3 years ago on Google
    The Church of the Little Flower was established in 1926 by a small group of Catholics in the newly established town of Coral Gables. The new parish was named in honor of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, known as "The Little Flower" and a temporary church was built in 1928. A boarding school was established by the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1925. They had plans to expand it but the crash of the Florida land boom spurned on by two hurricanes and the Great Depression cancelled their plans. The sisters signed the deed to the the school over to the church. The school was renamed the St. Theresa School and it became a parochial school for the parish. Father Thomas Comber, a missionary priest from Ireland, was charged with building the church. He envisioned something grand for the new church building but the lack of funds necessitated something more simple. The first church building was a parish center and auditorium that seated 800 and which was dedicated in 1928. It wasn't until 1951 that the present church got the ornate exterior that Father Comber desired. With the prosperity after WWII, Father Comber asked the Barry and Jay Company of Architects to build the church as he first envisioned it. The original 1920 plans were consulted and the church was built with stained glass windows designed by William Haley with the building in the ornate Spanish Renaissance style, to blend with the Mediterranean Revival architecture used by George Merrick when designing Coral Gables. The church was dedicated by Archbishop Joseph P. Hurley of Saint Augustine, Florida on December 8, 1952. It is still in use today. The church was renovated in 1987 and Comber Hall was renamed in honor of Rev. Msgr. Thomas P. Comber, Little Flower's first pastor. Also in 1987, a new rectory was built across the street. Today the Church of the Little Flower is a landmark in Coral Gables. In June 2019, Fr. Manny Alvarez was named the 9th Pastor of Church of the Little Flower and Saint Theresa School. The church has been associated with two presidential candidates, Marco Rubio and Jeb Bush.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Adriana R. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church and love the music however staff are very unprofessional and treat it more like a golf club! They should remember their customers are us parishioners!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Hope R. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful Catholic Churches in South Florida, Church of the Little Flower is a favorite for brides. The location is ideal for gorgeous photography. Highly recommend attending a Mass to become familiar with this jewel in South Florida.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Moshat I. 2 years ago on Google
    Great Sunday mass with beautiful choir and music. A great community that look after their members and the needy. A great tribute to Catholic faith.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Christian E. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 241 reviews
    Catholic church with masses in Spanish, very well maintained.

  • 1/5 Photo Miami Pro Photography and V. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 209 reviews
    If you want to have a beautiful memory of your wedding, do not come to this church, the people in charge of it do not allow the bride and groom to approach or use appropriate lights, it is a pity since it is a beautiful church.

  • 5/5 Demar M. 5 months ago on Google β€’ 58 reviews
    I had the pleasure of attending a beautiful wedding at the Church of the Little Flower in Coral Gables, Florida. The experience was truly memorable, thanks in part to the informative rehearsal two days prior. The Church of the Little Flower is a picturesque venue with its charming architecture and serene surroundings. The wedding ceremony itself was a breathtaking affair, with the church's ornate interior creating a perfect backdrop for the couple's special day. What stood out to me was the well-organized and informative rehearsal held two days before the wedding. It ensured that everyone knew their roles and the order of proceedings, making the actual ceremony smooth and enjoyable. Everyone was courteous and accommodating, making sure everything went off without a hitch. The Church of the Little Flower in Coral Gables, Florida, offers a beautiful setting for weddings and events, and the added benefit of a thorough and helpful rehearsal made the entire experience even more special. It's a place I would wholeheartedly recommend for anyone seeking a memorable and well-executed wedding ceremony.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Delber M. 5 years ago on Google β€’ 44 reviews
    Beautiful church. Great celebration always ! Amazing songs on sundays !!!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Mari L. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 5 reviews
    This small church in the heart of Coral Gables has a very welcoming congregation. The mass is gospel centered. The church building is breathtaking.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Tomas R. 1 year ago on Google
    A landmark of Coral Gables since the 20's. Serene and peaceful church.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Piety Vargas (Piety V. 3 years ago on Google
    The Church of the Little Flower is just an architectural piece in the neighborhood, very sad that my closest church has very little compassion for their congregation and very poor customer service, cold front desk attendance. Time to move on!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Victoria P. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful catholic church
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Lorena B. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 68 reviews
    The church is very well located, it is a Catholic church, beautiful inside, they can perform their mass for their deceased relative in record time, the only detail is that the father who performed the mass was not funny, I did not understand almost anything of what What he said, the volume was very low, this was on Monday, October 16, in the afternoon. One goes to pray but the masses have to be very dynamic and even more so if children attend.

  • 5/5 Miguel C. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 34 reviews
    When I first heard about this place I thought it was small but it is huge and so gorgeous. Definitely one of the prettiest churches I have ever been to. I usually try to find a church whenever I travel and this one had such a calming effect.

  • 5/5 Marggie B. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 3 reviews New
    There is no other church community like the Little Flower family. Attending Sunday mass is amazing! My favorite is Christmas! I love the homilies but my favorite part is the music and the ambience that is created. The versatility and melodies that come from the organ is phenomenal. Hands down to the Organist. Then the choir starts to sing suddenly it feels heavenly. Completely at peace. Honestly, no other place like Church of the Little Flower.

  • 5/5 Santiago Rodriguez V. 1 year ago on Google
    Just an amazing Mass and community. Thank you Lord for many blessings we had received this last Sunday

  • 5/5 Kokoc m. 8 months ago on Google
    Hello. We are a family from Ukraine, from the city of Kharkiv (which is constantly under shelling by the Russians). We are asking someone to become a sponsor for our family: mother, a 1.5-year-old child, grandmother, and husband. We want to immigrate through the United program for Ukrainians. We don't need your financial support; we will work. This is just for obtaining the visa. Thank you for your attention. For communication, here is the WhatsApp number: +380 98 802 5003.

  • 5/5 Helen L. 5 years ago on Google
    Went and felt Christ's smile on Father Davis. Heard St. Isabel's laughter in the Carmelites sister's welcome and the angelic host's peals in their choir. Loved the church for the people first. The beautiful Spanish architecture is gravy.

  • 5/5 RCE R. 2 years ago on Google
    Lots of people visit this temple every day to listen the word of God

  • 3/5 Paul K. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 1 review
    You are in Miami! Of course everyone is rude! And worst drivers! Must have broken and thrown all mirrors out of the car! Why bother looking? Just do what you feel like doing! Drive any way you want to! Your car your road! Buy more insurance immediately if you have to be here! And expect a tongue- lashing from every local. Como esta? Loco loco loco!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Blanka L. 8 months ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews
    we are a family from Ukraine. We need a sponsor. can anyone help us?

  • 4/5 Carlos F. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews New
    I sat in mass for Nativity 5:30pm very sad, because the organist was desastrous. Indignifies the church. And i felt i dont know who placed the organist, when he doesnt know how to play. I hope this wont happen again. Blessing.

  • 3/5 Wenceslao F. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews New
    This Christmas Mass 2023, 5:30pm, someone unfortunately played the organ disastrously, with one finger... I took people I know to visit, and it was a disaster... The organist didn't know music. My family and visitors are appreciators of the arts. We left crying.


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