15 Days of Prayer with Therese of Lisieux

15 Days of Prayer with ...

by Constant Tonnelier

A Carmelite nun who joined the convent at the young age of fifteen, Saint Therese of Lisieux lived a cloistered life of obscurity. Though she preferred hidden sacrifice during her short life, her words, her legacy, and her 'little way' have made her one of the more popular saints of today. Therese's road was one of suffering, spiritual childhood, abandonment to the benevolence of the Lord, trials of faith, periods of painful spiritual barrenness, and a life devoted entirely to love and to the Church. She felt within herself the music of holiness, and she let it resound in her heart until it made her whole life an offering of love. Enjoy your time with Therese of Lisieux, and be prepared to be surprised as you journey with one of the most beloved spiritual figures of our time.

144 pages, Paperback

First published March 20, 1999

Reviews

[Vijaya Bodach · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this gem in the discarded sacramentals box and having fallen in love with St. Therese a few years ago after reading her Story of a Soul, thought she'd be a wonderful companion as I prepare for Lent. Is she ever? She's a saint for all times and this is a book I will return to again and again, esp. when I get world-weary. Before Divine Mercy became a chaplet, Therese discovered how beautiful it is to trust the Lord and to give over everything into His care. She teaches to pray with trustful confidence--to ask and know that the Lord will give everything you need and desire that'll bring you ever closer to Him. I loved this book so much I purchased a second copy to give as a gift.

[Debbie Hoskins · Rating 4 out of 5]

It took me a whole longer time to read than 15 days. It has been at my bedside for about a year and a half, maybe longer. I do like the series. This is the second one I've read. I liked this better than the book on Saint Catherine. A nice introduction to some difficult writing and theology.