Doctor of the Church

St. Hilary of Poitiers was not only the bishop of Poitiers, but also a doctor of the Church. The title doctor of the Church is given to individuals who have provided important contributions to theology and doctrine. Sometimes called “the…

Memorial of St. Teresa of Jesus (Teresa of Ávila), Virgin and Doctor of the Church You ought to make every effort to free yourselves even from venial sin, and to do what is most perfect. — St. Teresa of Ávila

Memorial of St. Teresa of Jesus (Teresa of Ávila), Virgin and Doctor of the Church Miracles are yours to give, Lord, and those who demand their own satisfaction before professing their faith do not understand the true miracle of your…

Memorial of St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Late have I loved Thee, O Beauty so ancient and so new, late have I loved Thee! — St. Augustine

Memorial of St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Lord God, let us never be like the Pharisees who babbled endlessly in false praise and who collected tithes for their own satisfaction. May our faith never be one of pomp and…

Memorial of St. Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church When I think of , I feel myself inflamed by tremendous yearning. — St. Bernard

Memorial of St. Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church Lord Jesus, perfection comes from your Father, who gave man his law so that we might find redemption. Yet even following these laws is not enough, O Lord, for humility must also take…