The Basics: Born February 1, 1805, in France; died September 26, 1885, in France; canonized May 10, 1970, by Pope Paul VI; feast day, September 26. Woman religious.
The Story: Talk about a call changing! Therese joined the Sisters of St. Regis with the thought she’d be a teacher. However, the 
number of pilgrims coming to the shrine of St. Regis at La Louvesc grew and grew and grew. Things became hectic and disorganized; there simply weren’t enough places for people, in particular women, to stay. Therese convinced Father Stephen Terme, the founder of the Sisters of St. Regis, to change the order’s hostel to a place for women who were committed to praying for several days. That led to the creation of a retreat house and the eventual formation of the Congregation of Our Lady of the Retreat in the Cenacle, which today has facilities in more than a dozen countries.
St. Therese Couderc’s Wisdom: “The surrendered soul has found paradise on earth, since she enjoys that sweet peace which is part of the happiness of the elect.”
What We Can Learn: How is God inviting you to change course in the way you serve him and your community? Pray for the wisdom and strength to say yes.
To Learn More About St. Therese Couderc: Read about her and look at her home at the Cenacle site.
To Learn More About Other Women Saints and Blesseds: Come back next week, or consider buying my book, Sisterhood of Saints: Daily Guidance and Inspiration.
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