The Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux
Автор: Saint Therese of Lisieux
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Born Marie Francoise-Therese Martin, Saint Therese of Lisieux in her twenty-four short years, through her simple and practical approach to spiritual life, left one of the most lasting impressions upon the Catholic world. In the view of Pope Saint Pius X, she was the greatest saint of modern times, and along with Saint Francis of Assisi, remains to this day as one of the popular saints in the history of the church. Contained here is her autobiography, in the words of Francis Cardinal Bourne, “It is the old story of simplicity in God’s service, of the perfect accomplishment of small recurring duties, of trustful confidence in Him who made and has redeemed and sanctified us. Humility, self-effacement, obedience, hiddenness, unfaltering charity, with all the self-control and constant effort that they imply, are written on every page of the history of this little Saint. And, as we turn its pages, the lesson is borne in upon our souls that there is no surer nor safer way of pleasing Our Father Who is in Heaven than by remaining ever as little children in His sight.”
The Extraordinary Parents of St. Therese of Lisieux
Автор: Helene Mongin
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St. Therese famously said, <i>"God gave me a Father and Mother more worthy of Heaven than of Earth."</i></p><p>In October, 2015, Louis and Zelie Martin will be the first married couple to be canonized together.</p><p>When they met, fell in love, and married in 1858, their lives seemed pretty ordinary. They worked hard-Louis was a watchmaker, Zelie established her own business making Pont d'Alencon lace-and went on to have nine children. Five survived, all of whom became nuns and one of whom is now known as St. Therese of Lisieux, perhaps the most popular saint in recent history.</p><p>Through stories, chatty domestic insights from Zelie's correspondence, and running commentary on their faith and family, <b>The Extraordinary Parents of St. Therese of Lisieux</b> shows in vivid detail how Louis and Zelie created a joyful Catholic home for their family while coping with the demands of business and the daily stresses of ordinary life with their lively children.
