Overlooking the Lynn Canal is the wondrous place of the Shrine of St. Therese in Juneau, Alaska. It is known locally as a spot of special beauty and many visit it for both the aesthetic and spiritual elements it conveys.
The Shrine of St. Therese was made for the patron saint of Alaska, St. Therese of Lisieux, also known as the ?Little Flower of Jesus?. The creation of the site was lead by Bishop Crimont, SJ, DD, who was a devout to the patroness. In order to encourage more people to St. Therese, he worked hard to build the site during the late 1920s to the early 1930s.
Today, the Shrine of St. Therese is a popular attraction to visitors and locals who are looking for a beautiful and peaceful place to visit.
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