Prayer to Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus
Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, born Marie Françoise Thérèse Martin, was a French Discalced Carmelite nun and Doctor of the Church. She is known for her 'Little Way' of spiritual childhood, which emphasizes simple acts of love and trust in God in daily life. The faithful invoke her intercession, especially for spiritual growth, for the missions, and for graces symbolized by roses.
Also known as: Prayer to St. Thérèse · O Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus
When to pray
This prayer is often recited on her feast day, October 1st, or in times of need, seeking her intercession and inspiration in the 'Little Way'.
Origin
The Prayer to Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus is a popular devotional prayer dedicated to the Carmelite saint, known for her "Little Way" and her promise to "spend my heaven doing good on earth, showering down roses." This prayer directly reflects that promise and is widely used by the faithful seeking her intercession, often in novenas or personal devotions. It does not have a single documented author but emerged from popular piety following her canonization in 1925.
In other languages
Oração a Santa Teresinha do Menino Jesus (Português) · Oración a Santa Teresita del Niño Jesús (Español) · Preghiera a Santa Teresina di Gesù Bambino (Italiano) · Modlitwa do Świętej Tereski od Dzieciątka Jezus (Polski) · Panalangin kay Santa Teresita ng Batang Hesus (Tagalog)