Today is the feast day of St. Therese of Lisieux. I just learned that she is the patron saint of missionaries, and so it is an especially meaningful feast day for me as I currently serve as a missionary in Peru. I also want to give a shout out to Therese of the Divine Peace Inclusive Community in St. Louis since Therese is their primary patron saint as well. Praying for everyone at Therese and also all missionaries around the world today. Below is a beautiful prayer by St. Therese of Lisieux that I find particularly poignant for me in trusting I am exactly where I am meant to be. Enjoy
May today there be peace within.
May you trust in God that you are exactly
where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts you have received,
and pass on the love that has been given you.
May you be content knowing that you are a child of God.
Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. Amen.
— St. Therese of Lisieux
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