St. Therese’s Influence on a Priest’s Vocation

What a joy it is to hear how a Saint has particularly influenced someone!  Today’s Carmelite Conversation details how St. Therese of Lisieux helped a priest in his vocation.  Host, Frances Harry, OCDS, interviews Fr. Robert Hale, who was recently ordained.  Listen to his story of how St. Therese became a good friend and intercessor for him.  He has offered to us his personal testimony with lots of sage advice.    Books mentioned: “Story of a Soul:  the Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux (Study Edition),” Trans. John Clarke, OCD; prepared by Marc Foley, OCD; ICS Publications. “Maurice and Therese:  The Story of a Love” by Patrick Ahern; Image Publications. “The Prayers of Saint Therese of Lisieux,” Trans. Aletheia Kane, OCD; ICS Publications. “A Lenten Journey with Jesus Christ and St. Therese of Lisieux” by Fr. John F. Russell, OCarm; Christus Publishing.  

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Carmelite Conversations focuses on the teachings of Carmelite Spirituality and its application to our busy lives. It provides advice on how to live the Carmelite call to combine contemplative prayer with service to the Church. Topics are especially pertinent to those who are Secular Carmelites or considering the call to Carmel.