The case of a gifted and talented Catholic Dominican nun is described and analysed in the context of Renzulli's Three-Ring Conception of Giftedness and Gagne's Differentiated Model of Giftedness and Talent. Using qualitative methods, semi-structured interviews of relevant individuals were conducted and analysed. Based on the conclusions of this analysis, which demonstrate the importance of environmental and intrapersonal catalysts, some general observations have been drawn that may support specific adaptations to the educational process for gifted and talented individuals.