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It was there that she wrote L'Histoire d'une Ame (The Story of a Soul) through obedience. Eventually, Therese's other sisters entered the religious life, one at the Carmel of Lisieux and the other became a Poor Clare at the Visitation Convent at Caen. Therese died on September 30, 1897, at the Carmel of Lisieux of tuberculosis. She was beatified on April 29, 1923 and canonized on May 17, 1925. 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Eventually, Therese's other sisters entered the religious life, one at the Carmel of Lisieux and the other became a Poor Clare at the Visitation Convent at Caen. Therese died on September 30, 1897, at the Carmel of Lisieux of tuberculosis. She was beatified on April 29, 1923 and canonized on May 17, 1925. (Summary written by Ann Boulais.)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"/><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"><itunes:category text="Stories for Kids"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>d77af012-7ae9-5ffb-a0b9-579c85dc1798</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Texas Cowboy; Or Fifteen Years on the Hurricane Deck of a Spanish Pony-Charles A. 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Victor's portrayal invites listeners to reflect on the enduring impact of Lincoln's legacy, making it a significant and enriching experience for anyone interested in history and the human spirit.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74413129</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74413129/private_and_public_life_of_abraham_lincoln_orville_j_victor.mp3" length="130582109" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Saint Therese of Lisieux</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Private and Public Life of Abraham Lincoln" by Orville J. Victor offers a compelling exploration of the life of one of America's most revered presidents. This audiobook delves into the duality of Lincoln's existence, examining both his public persona...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Private and Public Life of Abraham Lincoln" by Orville J. Victor offers a compelling exploration of the life of one of America's most revered presidents. This audiobook delves into the duality of Lincoln's existence, examining both his public persona as a leader during tumultuous times and his private struggles as a man. Hearing this account today resonates with themes of integrity, resilience, and the complexity of human character, reminding us of the timeless qualities that define great leadership. 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Stooke's narrative invites listeners to reflect on the beauty of childhood and the importance of nurturing a spirit of joy and kindness, making it a delightful experience for audiences of all ages.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>10135</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b2ce8bfaa5caf609523de71789f49df6.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Stories of the Saints by Candle-Light-Vera Charlesworth Barclay</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/stories-of-the-saints-by-candle-light-vera-charlesworth-barclay--74158240</link><description><![CDATA["Stories of the Saints by Candle-Light" by Vera Charlesworth Barclay offers a collection of inspiring tales that illuminate the lives of various saints, showcasing their virtues and unwavering faith. 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Barclay's storytelling captures the essence of these saints, making their lessons relevant for today's world and inviting us to find strength in their examples.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74158240</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74158240/stories_of_the_saints_by_candle_light_vera_charlesworth_barclay.mp3" length="123161273" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Saint Therese of Lisieux</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Stories of the Saints by Candle-Light" by Vera Charlesworth Barclay offers a collection of inspiring tales that illuminate the lives of various saints, showcasing their virtues and unwavering faith. 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Louis Martin moved his family to Lisieux to be closer to his late wife's brother and his family. It was there that Therese's sister, Pauline, entered the Carmel at Lisieux on October 2, 1882. Therese at that time also heard the Divine Call to religious life. Therese entered the Carmel on April 9, 1888, after much oppostion to her entering at the age of 15. It was there that she wrote L'Histoire d'une Ame (The Story of a Soul) through obedience. Eventually, Therese's other sisters entered the religious life, one at the Carmel of Lisieux and the other became a Poor Clare at the Visitation Convent at Caen. Therese died on September 30, 1897, at the Carmel of Lisieux of tuberculosis. She was beatified on April 29, 1923 and canonized on May 17, 1925. 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