About St. Therese (The Little Flower)
Feast Day: October 1 | Doctor of the Church
St. Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as “The Little Flower of Jesus,” was a French Carmelite nun who lived a quiet, hidden life but became one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church. Born in 1873, she entered the Carmelite convent at just 15 years old, desiring to love Jesus with all her heart.
Though she never went on missions or performed great public works, Thérèse offered her daily duties, struggles, and prayers with great love. She called this her “Little Way”—doing small things with great love for God. Her deep spiritual writings, found in her autobiography Story of a Soul, have inspired millions.
She died at just 24 years old, promising to spend her heaven “doing good on earth.” Countless people have felt her powerful intercession and described receiving “a shower of roses” after praying to her.
What is the St. Thérèse Novena?
The St. Thérèse Novena is a traditional 9-day Catholic prayer seeking the intercession of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. It is often prayed for trust in God, love, humility, and spiritual strength.
Who was Saint Thérèse of Lisieux?
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux was a French Carmelite nun and Doctor of the Church known for her simple yet profound spirituality called the Little Way.
What is St. Thérèse’s “Little Way”?
The Little Way is her spiritual path of doing small things with great love, trusting completely in God’s mercy, and offering daily sacrifices with humility.
When should I pray the St. Thérèse Novena?
You may pray this novena at any time of the year, especially before the feast day of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux on October 1, or whenever you need spiritual encouragement.
What intentions is the St. Thérèse Novena good for?
People commonly pray this novena for:
- Trust in God
- Greater love
- Humility
- Spiritual peace
- Special intentions and miracles
Why is St. Thérèse called the Little Flower?
She is called the Little Flower because of her humility and because roses became associated with her promise to “spend heaven doing good on earth,” often symbolized by showers of roses.
Can I pray the St. Thérèse Novena for a miracle?
Yes. Many Catholics pray this novena for special intentions, guidance, healing, and miraculous favors through her powerful intercession.
| Novena Begins: | September 22th |
| Feast Day: | October 1st |
Patron of Priests & Missionaries, Pilots, Florists, Sick, Sufferers
Day 1 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Therese of Lisieux Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Little Thérèse of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love.
O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, help me always to believe, as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I may imitate your “Little Way” each day.
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
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