Catholic Saint
St. Thérèse of Lisieux
“Carmelite nun renowned for her 'Little Way' of spiritual childhood.”
Feast Day: October 1
Biography
St. Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as the 'Little Flower,' lived a life of profound faith and simplicity within the cloistered walls of a Carmelite monastery. Her writings, especially 'Story of a Soul,' reveal her deep love for God and her commitment to the 'Little Way,' which emphasizes love and trust in God's grace over grand acts. Canonized in 1925, she is one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church and was declared a Doctor of the Church in 1997.
Prayer to St. Thérèse of Lisieux
I will spend my heaven doing good on earth.