Charles Lwanga
In Uganda in 1886, Charles Lwanga led several men to faith in Jesus Christ. Then their king burnt Charles, nine Anglicans and twelve Catholics to death.
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The Dark Night by St. John of the Cross
John of the Cross wrote “The Dark Night” in 1578 or 1579. It is a guide for spiritual development and mystical prayer.
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The Interior Castle by Teresa of Ávila
St. Teresa of Ávila wrote “The Interior Castle” in 1577. It is a guide for spiritual development and mystical prayer.
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The Doctors of the Church
“Doctor of the Church” is an honorary title given to people who made the most significant contributions to Catholic theology or doctrine.
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Thérèse of Lisieux
Thérèse of Lisieux (1873-1897) was French, a Catholic, a Carmelite nun, a mystic, a saint, and a Doctor of the Church.
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Anthony of Padua
Anthony of Padua (1195-1231) was Portuguese, a Catholic, a Franciscan, a great preacher, and a Doctor of the Church.
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John of the Cross
John of the Cross (1542-1591) was a Catholic, a monk, a priest, a mystic, a saint, and a Doctor of the Church.
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Teresa of Ávila
Teresa of Ávila (1515-1582) was a Spanish woman, a Catholic nun, a mystic, a saint, and a Doctor of the Church.
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John Henry Newman
John Henry Newman (1801-1890) was English, an Evangelical, founder of the Oxford Movement, and a great theologian.
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Andrew Kim Taegon
Andrew Kim Taegon (1821–1846) was a Korean, a convert to the faith, on fire for Jesus, a Catholic priest, and a martyr.