Shower of Heavenly Roses: Stories of the intercession of St. Therese of Lisieux

by Elizabeth Ficocelli

Since Therese's death at an early age, countless miracles, healings, and life changes have been attributed to her intercession. This inspired book reveals the miraculous power of Therese and invites you to experience God's grace in your own life. Includes personal accounts from a variety of sources, including Olympic figure skater Tara Lipinski.

Genres: Nonfiction, Catholic, Christian, Religion

224 pages, Paperback

First published September 25, 2004

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Chicken Soup for the Soul-style collection of miracles both big and small, attributed by those who experienced them to the intercession of St. Thèrese. A very reassuring book for fellow Catholics, but for my non-Catholic brothers and sisters, I would recommend reading other saint books first. Otherwise many of the things described here would be easy to misconstrue.

[Leslie Rabbitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Opens the intriguing possibility that the stranger on the sidewalk passing you by, who looks eerily like your favorite saint, just may be your favorite saint. Especially if this occurs at a time of great personal, but unspoken need.

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is full of inspirational stories of people whose lives have been touched by St. Therese. Each story was interesting and thought provoking. I am glad I took the time to read it as reading this made me want to learn more about the "Little Flower". I am planning on reading her autobiography very soon!

[Denise Stephenson]

Book on the miracles brought about the intercession by St. Therese of Lisieux who was a Carmelite nun and died of tuberculosis at the age of 24 in 1897.

You don't have to be Catholic to appreciate the faith of those who prayed to the Saint and received her "shower of heavenly roses" in response to their prayers.

For those who don't know, when I was confirmed by the Catholic Church, I took the name of St. Therese of Lisieux (also known as St. Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face) as my patron saint so I hold a special place in my life and heart for this saint. She was also made a Doctor of the Church in 1997 (100 years after her death).

[Teresa Biggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I met the author at a seminar and she is a wonderful speaker. I bought 2 of her books from her. This was a book I kept in my car for down periods waiting for my child at practices etc. Most of the stories were a page or shorter so that made it a perfect car book. I really wish she would have included the novenas in the back of her book too. It really is amazing all the miracles that have occurred and would give all of us hope

[Shelbel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pleasant and uplifting.

[Mark J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love St. Therese!

There were too many illness stories! It was a bit overwhelming to hear about so many diseases. Tara Lipinkski’s story was beautiful!

[Katelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This collection of stories about the miracle and intercessions of St Therese was a lovely read and makes me love this beloved saint even more.

[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Overall a good book. Some stories were not as memorable as others but perhaps they were for other people. After reading this, I was inspired to read A Story of a Soal