Church celebrates feast of Saint Teresa of the Child Jesus

The Church celebrates the feast of Saint Teresa of the Child Jesus on October 1. A Carmelite nun, she is recognized as a Doctor of the Church and the patron saint of missions.

Teresa Martin died of tuberculosis on September 30, 1897. After her death, the publication of her writings, primarily collected in «Historia de un alma», allowed people to discover her spiritual depth. The Diocese of Lugo notes that her life demonstrates how holiness can be found through trust, love, and simple daily gestures.