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Thérèse, Faustina, and Bernadette

Three Saints Who Challenged My Faith, Gave Me Hope, and Taught Me How to Love

by Elizabeth Ficocelli

The Patheos Book Club feature "Thérèse, Faustina, and Bernadette: Three Saints Who Challenged My Faith, Gave Me Hope, and Taught Me How to Love," by Elizabeth Ficocelli, introduces readers to three remarkable women saints who became not only role models, but also life-changing friends. | read more»

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Therese, Faustina, and Bernadette: About the Book and Author

Author, speaker and retreat leader Elizabeth Ficocelli introduces her readers to three remarkable women saints who became not only her role models, but also her life-changing friends. | read more »

My Friends, the Saints: A Q&A with Elizabeth Ficocelli

"I know these spiritual girlfriends will hear me and respond when I call upon them. They have helped me see that I am not alone on my journey. And one day, God willing, I will meet my saintly companions face to face." | read more »

Praise for "Therese, Faustina, and Bernadette"

"For those of us endeavoring daily along the path to heaven, Ficocelli has unveiled some of the major pieces we need in assembling our own spiritual puzzles." — Lisa M. Hendey, author | read more »

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"These devout women of faith overcame tremendous spiritual and sometimes physical hurdles... They are models of holy living who have challenged how I think, how I behave, and who I am." | read more »
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