Irish Catholics Recall Historic Visit of St Thérèse Relics | Shalom World News
A large number of faithful gathered at Whitefriar Street Church in Dublin on Sunday to mark 25 years since the relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux first visited Ireland. The event commemorated the saint's historic 2001 pilgrimage, which drew an estimated three million people during an 80-day journey across the country. Organized by the Carmelite family in collaboration with the Sweeney family, the anniversary celebration included Mass, veneration of relics, and an exhibition of photographs, memorabilia and artefacts linked to St Thérèse and her family. Organizers said the day was a celebration of a visit that continues to inspire devotion across Ireland.