This episode focuses on Pauline (Therese's oldest sister leaving for the convent, how difficult that was and how her suffering made her emotionally and physically ill) I talk about the miracle of her healing as well as her first communion experience and confirmation.

Reflection Questions:

• Have I ever felt what Thérèse felt?
• Have I longed for closeness with God the way she did?
• Have I experienced joy, fear, or longing in prayer or sacraments like she describes?

Look at where your journey has had pain or dryness like Thérèse experienced:

• Do you struggle with doubt, scrupulosity, or feeling distant from God?
• How do you handle spiritual disappointment or longing?

• How has my family, community, or upbringing shaped my image of God?
• Are there wounds or blessings from childhood that affect my prayer life?

Thérèse teaches that doing small things with great love matters. Ask:

• What small acts of kindness or sacrifice can I offer to God today?
• Am I trying to be holy through “big” acts, or can I follow Thérèse in humble, quiet faithfulness?