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January 2023 by Jeanette M.
I love Ave Maria, they always have lovely religious art and gift items that I can not find anywhere else!
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March 2022 by dovalyn
Nice little community store for all things "Church"
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November 2021 by Ruth Lee
Very nice customer service, just didn't have what I was looking for.
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May 2021 by Noelle J.
Noelle's Yelp Notebook 2021 Quarantine Chronicles - May 2021 Ave Maria is an essential shop for Catholics. Long ago you couldn't take photos in the shop but I spoke with one of the clerks and they said it's fine to take photos but they still haven't taken the old sign where it said photos are not allowed. In the advent of the internet and social media the only way businesses can survive is by customers sharing photos online. I've been coming to this shop for over 30 years with my family. The shop is specific for Catholics. They have all materials that Catholics may be interested in such as books for children, books for adults, dvds, musical cds, gifts, crucifixes, bottles for holy water, candles, gift sets for first holy communion, confirmation gifts, cards for all occasions, prayer cards, the selection is amazing! They even have garments for Priests, Deacons and things you might need for inside the church but that is separate from the main shopping area. Customer service is good on the phone and in person. The only problem is they only had two staff on a very busy Saturday. They require masks to be worn inside due to the pandemic. Upon entering you are required to sanitize your hands and the sanitizer station. Selection was a little slim on communion and confirmation items as many children are having their first communion and confirmation. I was still able to get the items I needed. One thing I love is their greeting card section - it's super extensive, for all occasions. This is a one stop shop for all your Catholic needs. A favorite place of mine to shop for sure :) Noelle's Notes A great resource for all things Catholic. They are taking pandemic precautions- must wear a mask to shop and sanitize hands upon entering. They are closed on Sundays. If you cannot get here another great catholic resource is the religious gift shop at Our Lady of Peace in Santa Clara (not far from Great America and Mission College).
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March 2021 by Amanda H.
Great resource with lots of options for bibles, rosaries, cards, books, etc. Great resources for kids as well!
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March 2021 by Patrick Ng
Well stocked and large store.
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May 2020 by Oralia Salas
I loved❤️❤️This store in has everything you need for religion.And the staff is really welcoming they help you fine what you need❤️❤️❤️❤️??
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March 2020 by Anita Lazo
My first visit was so exciting to me i had not seen a store like this one before . I love the book Mark's and the Bible's, i had to bring back my husband i knew he to would like this store. With him an me we couldbrowse for an hour and final find what we where looking for. Thank you for the kindness and experience you shared.
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February 2020 by Hector Ibanez
Alot of good Catholic books for growing minds in truth.
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October 2019 by Kristine F.
What a lovely store that's tucked away on De Anza close to the 85 degrees bakery, across the street. I wanted to pick up a couple of scapulars, St Michael cards and a St Michael book for my son's school project and they had many children's book options. They had a good variety of books overall and it was so organized and neat inside. The store was well stocked and clean! Staff was extremely warm, friendly and so welcoming! They carry rosaries, figurines, art work, cards, wind chimes, music, books and many other items that would be great gifts overall and if you are looking for something to celebrate the Sacraments. Now that I know this store is here, I will be sure to frequent it! Parking is very easy to find as there are plenty of them right in front of the store.
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July 2019 by Leslie Butlar
They have beautiful cards here and special gifts,and mini prayer cards!
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June 2019 by Property Management
Beautiful store has frankincense I was looking for
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May 2019 by Tasha R.
I gave a review of a 3 because the store itself is great and has a great selection. I bought my oldest daughters rosary for first communion a few years ago and have since moved and am unable to find a store with as good of a selection. I sent my mom there to find a rosary for my younger daughter and the woman who helped her would not let her take photos to send to me to make sure she got the right one and would not give an explanation as to why There was also a man in there saying "we are not obligated to help anyone" not sure who he was talking to or about but the experience this time was just not as good as last time and made my mom and her husband feel very uncomfortable and while he is correct, that no one has to help anyone didn't seem very catholic or professional to be speaking that way on the floor.
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February 2019 by Rosemary De Palma Hartman
Large variety of Catholic and inspirational items for all occasions!
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September 2018 by David W.
This store is my go to store for religious books and items. Best prices and the very best customer service. The staff is very knowledgable and helpful.
