True joy can elude everyone. Even the greatest saints are no exception. And yet, joy in the Christian life is not simply a suggestion, but a command: “Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say, rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4). Christians are a truly blessed people, for the very fabric of the Christian faith demands joy and happiness. But how do we attain this joy? How do we live out the command to be always joyful? These are some of the challenges that the faithful have encountered throughout history. Yet we have the blessing of living in the light of a tremendous saint who can teach us the secrets of joy: St. Thérèse of Lisieux.

In this book you will discover:  

• A countenance radiant with joy through stories and anecdotes about St. Thérèse collected from all of her works
• The reasons for St. Thérèse’s deep and profound joy
• The sadness that coexisted with her joy
• How to partake of the joy that St. Thérèse possessed
• How to respond to the difficulties of life with peace and joy
• How to live in supernatural joy in every situation

In this never-before translated book on St. Thérèse by the renowned French spiritual author, Fr. Pierre Descouvemont, you will encounter one of the greatest and most loved saints of our time in a completely new way. Join her in the adventure of the Christian life and dare to be truly joyful!