Mission of Nombre De Dios
| Category: | Place of Worship |
| Address: | 27 Ocean Ave, St Augustine, FL 32084, USA |
| Phone: | +1 904-824-2809 |
| Site: | missionandshrine.org |
| Rating: | 4.8 |
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Rita Mantone
Mission Nombre de Dios Rocks! Here, in September of 1565, Pedro Menendez de Aviles landed, claimed the land for Spain and for God, and kissed the crucifix handed to him by Father Francisco Lopez de Mendoza. Fr. Lopez celebrated the first parish Mass at the mission grounds, making St. Augustine the first Catholic parish in America. In the early 1600s the Spanish settlers of St. Augustine established the first shrine and devotion to Our Lady of la Leche. Mothers-to-be come from all over and pray to Our Lady of la Leche. Mass is prayed here every evening, Monday through Friday at 6:00 PM, after which the priests can be approached for prayers. Couples ask for intercession to conceive a child, to be good parents, for a safe delivery, Etc. Mass is also celebrated at the original little stone chapel on Wednesdays at 11:30 AM.
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Stephen Fenske
The current location is not the original site of the mission, but it is the site where the shrine has been built and the cemetery of many who died serving St. Augustine throughout the years. The shrine is a quiet contemplative place that is in the center of the cemetery not far from the foot of the cross that represents the place where Spanish admiral Pedro Menendez de Aviles stepped on land. Its a quiet walk through the cemetery, and you may find people praying in the shrine. Light a candle, sign the book, and say a prayer yourself.
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Pieter Wycoff
This is a great shrine to visit, and it can be very quiet and peaceful. The only caveat is that there are times when the tour buses will drop off visitors who seem not to understand the significance of the shrine and can a bit noisy at times, but this is the exception and not the rule. It is definitely worth a visit and the gift shop has a lot of nice stock of quality religious items and souvenirs.
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Rob Futrell
A restful little sanctuary park hidden just outside of downtown. I have been bringing my kids to this little gem after mass since they were born. A great place to take a walk, reflect on life and find a moment of peace in what can be a hectic and fast paced world. I hope this little place continues to be a secret off of the beaten path for my own selfish reasons.
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Jamie Welch
Great place to walk around with the kids! Theres a small lake with a bridge across it, a walking path that meanders under old oak trees. Huge, beautiful lawn. There are historical and religious contexts if thats your thing, and youll learn all about it if you read the signs, but even from a secular perspective, its a nice place to explore and experience!
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Theresa Quin-Crits
My Mother passed away 2013, I just moved in Florida in 2014- I stopped by to light a candle, I felt she is around me. Is so beautiful n spiritual, Again Im going today to light the candle because my family in Massachusetts are doing 2nd Anniversaries today at the Church, I want to feel connection with my family n my mother who are in heaven. RIP Mom ILY
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Karen Coppock
This is a beautiful little park and chapel on the water in St. Augustine. You can find it by following the giant cross in the sky. The little ivy covered chapel is beautiful. Its a peaceful walk through a very old cemetery. Nothing scary or creepy about it at all. Really nice.
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nooominboom
Church was authentic and beautiful. The surrounding statues and monuments were breathtaking as well as remarkable. One of - or the Most holy site i have ever been in. If your Catholic or a Chiristian i suggest you make this visit
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Jose Carlos Herrera
Lugar especial de San Agustín City, como también el templo de San Agustín.
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m wdifranco
This is such a peaceful place. Absolutely beautiful to walk through. History and nature abound. The squirrels are great to watch too, they are plentiful! Great gift shop as well.
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Norma Maisonet
I had the pleasure of speaking with Father Ivan who is charge of this beautiful church. Father Ivan seems to be very spiritual, approachable and easy to speak with.
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Joan Stringer
Loved this when I visited as a kid in 1969 and want to visit again now that Im, ahem, alot older! Beautiful inside and I know Id love the chapel even more now.
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A. J. D.
Beautiful and Holy site of the first Mass and first real Thanksgiving in the U.S. soil. They should have a Traditional Latin Mass said there regularly.
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Jason Perrone
Beautiful gardens along the river. Place is easy to find, just look for the largest cross in the country. I enjoyed taking photos around the property.
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Tim Drake
A nice Catholic Church located on the grounds of the old Mission Church, nearby a historic cemetery and the Great Cross. Well worth a visit.
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Melissa Williams
I love this place. Beautiful and serene. The whole site is a santuary for me. The staff in the gift shop are wonderful as well.
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Chris D
Loved this amazing historical religious site. Sacred grounds dating back to the the beginning of St. Augustine.
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Jim Bailey
This is a beautiful place. Awesom cross for viewing. This place is located on the water. Plenty of free parking.
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Dana Bennett
So peaceful here. We strolled around and kept cool under all of the trees and loved all the lush greens!
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Hector Fernandez
Hermosos lugar si eres catolico
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PABLO ZALAZAR
Definitivamente un lugar para conocer
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Dawn Permenter
It is so serene and so peaceful...you couldnt get any closer to god than this.....
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Liliana Mejia
The Shrine of Lady of La Leche is just gorgeous! Loved my visit, free museum also.
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Andrea Gauthier
Beautiful place, nice to walk around and then sit and enjoy the view and wildlife
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Ivan Carrillo Paris
Best play to pray and have silence! Also, Vatholic faith began here for US!
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Chris Lane
It was amazing to make it to the shrine. So beautiful such a serene spot.
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Christina Marie
Very Historical. At peace. GOT chills when I walked through 4 thines..
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Yunier Hernandez
Good spiritual place, especially for those that are Catholics.
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Hailey Garza
Nice place to walk around and enjoy the beautiful areas.
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Jeramy Brux
Great place. The docents in the museum are fantastic!
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Sara Rines
One of the nicest best kept secrets in St Augustine!
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Elizabeth LeBoeuf
Absolutely gorgeous and not touristy!
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Reservation Taxi
Great place for meditation and prayer.
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Melinda Russek
Lovely place for a leisurely stroll!
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Sharon Campbell
Peace and serenity upon entering
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Baron DaParre
Great for families good shows,
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Linda simerly
Beautiful and so interesting!!!
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Catherine zurmuenl
Very peaceful great people
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Jeffrey McDaniel
Peaceful, awe inspiring
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Tim Scott
Nice place to visit
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Diego Rodriguez
Great place to pray
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Coach Michi
Love this place.
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Liliana Martinez
Beautiful place
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Amy Woodard
Very peaceful
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Elizabeth McCord
So historical!
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Amber Hordos
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