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St. Joseph
The extraordinary--but ordinary--life of St. Joseph
March 13, 2023
In the month of March, the Church celebrates the feast of the great St. Joseph, Patron Saint of the Universal Church. He is also the Protector of the Discalced Carmelite Order.
Interior Castle
St. Teresa Of Avila
Interior Castle (part 3): Second dwelling place, the seed is germinating, the battle intensifies
March 9, 2023
The Second Dwelling Place or Mansion pertains to souls who have already begun to practice prayer and have heard the calls of the Lord. Hence, the seed planted in the first mansion is now starting to germinate and sprout roo…
Lent
St. John Of The Cross
“Nada, Nada, Nada” of St. John of the Cross
March 3, 2023
When a Carmelite hears the word, “Nada,” they automatically think of the great Discalced Carmelite Doctor of Love, St. John of the Cross. What does that word mean? Why is this word so deeply associated with St. John of the…
Faith Is not a zero-sum game, with Deacon Mark Danis, OCDS
March 1, 2023
What are some of the misconceptions people have about this journey of faith? What will inspire us on this journey? Deacon Mark Danis shares what is of immense value to us beyond the purification and healing of our souls.
Lent
Lenten thoughts & resources for 2023
Feb. 22, 2023
Why fast? Why pray? Why give alms? Why does the Church tell us to do these 3 things? Where does this come from? How do these 3 tactics form a strategic battle plan to conquer sin in our lives?
Interior Castle
St. Teresa Of Avila
Interior Castle (part 2): Image of the Soul in the First Dwelling Place
Feb. 17, 2023
Guest, Theresa Rittenhouse, OCDS, joins host Frances Harry in a Carmelite Converstion on the first dwelling place/mansion of St. Teresa of Avila’s classic masterpiece, “The Interior Castle.”
St. Therese Of Lisieux
St. Therese’s Influence on a Priest’s Vocation
Feb. 10, 2023
What a joy it is to hear how a Saint has particularly influenced someone! Today’s Carmelite Conversation details how St. Therese of Lisieux helped a priest in his vocation.
Silence
St. Elizabeth Of The Trinity
A Soul of Silence: Sister Elizabeth of the Trinity
Feb. 3, 2023
Deacon Mark Danis, OCDS, shares reflections about the short book, A Soul of Silence: Sister Elizabeth of the Trinity.
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