🌹 St. Thérèse of Lisieux: God Calls Who He Calls | The Little Way to Holiness (3 October)

About this sermon

St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, also known as St. Thérèse of Lisieux, remains one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church. Yet many Catholics know only the image of roses while overlooking the immense suffering, sacrifice, and heroic virtue that marked her short life. In this talk, we explore the powerful lessons St. Thérèse teaches about discerning God's will, following a vocation courageously, embracing suffering, and practicing holiness through ordinary acts of love. From entering Carmel at just fifteen years old to enduring misunderstanding, illness, and hidden trials, St. Thérèse shows us that sanctity is found not in extraordinary accomplishments but in doing God's will with great love. Learn why she became a Doctor of the Church despite never attending a university, how her "Little Way" transformed the spiritual life of countless souls, and what her example means for Catholics today. If you are discerning a vocation, struggling through suffering, seeking holiness in daily life, or simply wanting to grow closer to Christ, St. Thérèse offers timeless guidance. 00:00 Introduction 00:32 St. Thérèse's Lessons for Every State of Life 01:01 God Calls Who He Calls, When He Calls Them 02:03 Parents and the Vocation of Their Children 03:22 St. Thérèse's Trials and Perseverance 05:37 The Rosary Beads (Dentures) Story 07:06 Suffering During Her Final Illness 09:18 Sanctity Through Little Sacrifices 10:50 Doctor of the Church Without Worldly Studies 12:02 The Little Way to Holiness 12:25 Conclusion Please remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest #SaintTherese #LittleFlower #CatholicSaints #CatholicFaith #TheLittleWay #SpiritualLife #Vocation #CatholicHomily #CatholicReflection #CarmeliteSpirituality 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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• Holiness