31/07/2026
WHO IS ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX.?
:A short biography
St. Thérèse of Lisieux (1873–1897), also known as the "Little Flower," was a French Carmelite nun famous for her spiritual "Little Way" and her autobiography, Story of a Soul. She died of tuberculosis at age 24 and was later named a Doctor of the Church.
Born Marie-Françoise-Thérèse Martin on January 2, 1873, in Alençon, France.
Entered the Carmelite convent in Lisieux at the young age of 15 after special permission.
Lived an outwardly hidden, simple life performing everyday tasks with deep love.
Died of tuberculosis on September 30, 1897.
Focused on childlike trust and surrender to God rather than grand deeds.
Taught that holiness is achieved by doing ordinary, small things with extraordinary love.Compared herself to a wildflower ("the Little Flower of Jesus") in God's garden.
Legacy and Patronage:
Canonized on May 17, 1925, by Pope Pius XI.
Declared a Doctor of the Church in 1997 by Pope John Paul II, making her one of the youngest to receive the title.
Recognized as a patron saint of missionaries, florists, pilots, and priests.