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Remembering St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Jewish convert and martyr

Aug 9, 2025

By CNA Staff

On Aug. 9 the Catholic Church remembers St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, also known as Edith Stein. Read more

A Jesuit priest fluent in 13 languages, Father Mitch Pacwa hosts several programs on EWTN, including “EWTN Live.”

Join EWTN’s Father Mitch Pacwa as he investigates ‘The Paths of Edith Stein’

Aug 8, 2025

By Michelle Laque Johnson

How did a brilliant Jewish philosopher not only convert but also become a Discalced Carmelite nun, martyr, and prospective doctor... Read more

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