-Scripture:
Matthew 6:32
“Your Heavenly Father knows what you need. Seek first His kingship over you, His way of holiness, and all these things will be given you besides. Enough then, of worrying about tomorrow.”
–Quote of a Carmelite Saint-St. Therese of Lisieux-For the 150th anniversary of the birth of St.Therese
Advent with St. Therese of Lisieux-Susan Hines-Brigger, Franciscan media (adapted for the current liturgical season). Thank you, Carmelite Nuns.
“Joy is not found in the things which surround us but lives only in the soul. ”
St Therese of Lisieux
Prayer:
“St. Therese, help us remember to seek the joy not in the material things of this world, but rather in the spiritual joys. Let us always focus on the true meaning of each celebration.”
-Discalced Carmelites, Our Lady of the Incarnation Monastery-Carmelite Nuns Sioux City, Iowa- website: https://www.siouxcitycarmel.org/
“You have only to stay close to the Crucified and your suffering is the best prayer.” Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity