We are celebrating the feast day of St Thérèse of Lisieux! Both of us have read ‘The Story of a Soul’ written by this saint! In this book, she reminded us that each of us is unique and special. The splendour of the rose and lily’s whiteness do not deprive the violet of its scent nor make less ravishing the daisy’s charm!

St Thérèse encouraged us on our vocation to love by telling us to miss no opportunity of making a small sacrifice, here by a smiling look, there by a kindly word; always doing the smallest right and doing it all for love. Without love, deeds, even the most brilliant, count as nothing.

O little flower, please pick us a rose from the heavenly garden and send it to us with a message of love. Ask God to grant us the favours we implore and tell Him that we love Him each day more and more. Amen.

Had an encounter with St Thérèse? Share with us more at [email protected]. Meanwhile, we’re sending a virtual rose to you!