St. Thérèse's Feast Day: 'Little Flower' Inspires Thousands on U.S. Pilgrimage
Today, October 1st, marks the feast day of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, affectionately known as the 'Little Flower'. Her relics are currently on a pilgrimage, drawing thousands of faithful across the United States. St. Thérèse's simple yet profound message of love continues to inspire and guide many.
St. Thérèse once wrote, 'My vocation is love', encapsulating her life and witness. Her relics, currently touring the U.S., invite people to embrace her 'little way' of love. St. Thérèse believed that sanctity is not reserved for a few extraordinary individuals, but is achievable by everyone, no matter how ordinary or hidden their life may be.
Marie Miller, a Catholic singer-songwriter, has developed 'The Way of Love', a musical presentation inspired by St. Thérèse. Miller's message emphasizes that holiness is not about grand gestures, but about doing small things with great love. She encourages listeners to embrace the pressure to 'do more' or 'be more', reminding them that love in ordinary moments is what truly matters. One of Miller's songs, 'The Way of Love', reflects St. Thérèse's courage to embrace each day with trust, even when the path forward is uncertain.
St. Thérèse of Lisieux's feast day serves as a reminder of her enduring message of love and holiness. Her relics, currently on tour, continue to inspire faithful across the U.S. to embrace her 'little way' of love, encouraging them to find God in the ordinary moments of life.
