Therese died at the age of 24 from tuberculosis. After her death, Therese became known globally through her spiritual memoir, The Story of a Soul, which explains her theology of the "Little Way".

6 days ago · St. Therese of Lisieux was a Carmelite nun whose service to her Roman Catholic order, although outwardly unremarkable, was later recognized for its exemplary spiritual …

1 day ago · Saint Thérèse was proclaimed a Doctor of the Church by Pope John Paul II in 1997 - 100 years after her death at the age of 24. She is only the third woman to be so proclaimed, …

5 days ago · Her sense of commitment led her to a profound experience of the love of God and of neighbor. She never had an easy life, but she did live with a great sense of peace and joy. St. …

Oct 1, 2025 · Saint Thérèse of Lisieux is perhaps one of the most known and best loved saints in the Catholic calendar. A young Carmelite nun who wanted to go to the missions, she remained …

On the Feast of Pentecost 1883, she received the singular grace of being healed from a serious illness through the intercession of Our Lady of Victories.

Oct 1, 2025 · Saint Therese of Lisieux, "The Little Flower," exemplified faith, simplicity, and devotion, becoming a beloved patron saint of missions, florists, and aviators.

Generations of Catholics have admired this young saint, called her the "Little Flower", and found in her short life more inspiration for their own lives than in volumes by theologians. Yet …

6 days ago · Saint Thérèse of Lisieux was described in her mother’s letters and diaries as a cheerful, bright child, but after her mother’s untimely death when Thérèse was just 4 years old, …

Thérèse Martin was born in 1873 in Normandy, France. Her mother, St. Zélie Martin, died when Thérèse was four. Nevertheless, Thérèse grew up in the care of loving sisters and her adored …