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St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein), pictured in 1938-1939.

Is Edith Stein a doctor of the Church? No, but she could be one soon

Aug 9, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

The order of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, also known as Edith Stein, has made an official request to... Read more

Edith Stein, pictured as a student in 1913-1914.

10 quotes from Edith Stein on what it means to be a woman 

Aug 9, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

On Aug. 9 the Catholic Church celebrates the life of philosopher, writer, and religious sister St. Teresa Benedicta of the... Read more

Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein), pictured in 1938-1939.

The glorious cross of Edith Stein

Aug 9, 2023

By Tina McCormick

Taking the name Teresa Benedicta of the Cross when she became a Carmelite, this saint saw glory in the cross... Read more

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