Showers of Heavenly Roses: Stories of the Intercession of St. Thérèse of Lisieux

Showers of Heavenly Roses: Stories of the Intercession of St. Thérèse of Lisieux. By Elizabeth Ficocelli. New York: Crossroad Publishing Co., 2004. Pp. 218. Paper. $14.95.

Whether you are struggling with a major life transition, loss, despair, or just looking to deepen your faith, the stories in Showers of Heavenly Roses: Stories of the Intercession of St. Thérèse of Lisieux will inspire you to a greater appreciation of the power of prayer and miracle in your daily life. In times of joy, bereavement, and uncertainty, seekers of all backgrounds have turned to Thérèse of Lisieux, the Little Flower, asking her for healing and guidance. Universally recognized as one of the most influential saints of recent times, Thérèse of Lisieux, has had countless miracles, healings, and life changes attributed to her inspiration and grace. In Showers of Heavenly Roses, Elizabeth Ficocelli gathers her story together with the stories of dozens of women and men from everyday people to celebrities such as ice skater Tara Lipinski, whose petitions were answered with miracles large and small. Black and white photographs relating to Thérèse and to the miracles attributed to her name accompany the moving stories.

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