
FAQ About Saint Teresa of Ávila

What was the relationship between Saint Teresa of Ávila and Saint John of the Cross?
Saint Teresa of Ávila and Saint John of the Cross were close collaborators in the Carmelite reform movement. Together, they worked to establish the Discalced Carmelites, focusing on a more austere and contemplative mode of life. Their partnership was instrumental in advancing the reform of the Carmelite Order and has had a lasting impact on the Church.