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St. Therese of Lisieux
The Little Flower
Feast Day: October 1❖
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Ask intercession — light a candleLife & Legacy
St. Therese of Lisieux, also known as 'The Little Flower,' was a French Carmelite nun who developed a simple yet profound spirituality known as the 'Little Way.' Despite living a short life, her autobiography 'Story of a Soul' has inspired millions. Her approach to spiritual life emphasizes doing ordinary things with extraordinary love, making holiness accessible to everyone.
Birth
January 2, 1873
Death
September 30, 1897
Birthplace
Alençon, France
Canonization
May 17, 1925
Patron Of
MissionsFloristsFrance
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Notable Quotes
“Miss no single opportunity of making some small sacrifice, here by a smiling look, there by a kindly word; always doing the smallest right and doing it all for love.”
“My way is all confidence and love.”
“I will spend my heaven doing good on earth.”
Notable Miracles
- The Shower of Roses
- Healing of Henri Pranzini
- Multiple Cancer Cures
Associated Prayers
- Prayer of St. Therese
- Novena to St. Therese
- Prayer for Missionaries
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