Carmelite Vow of Obedience
Reflecting on the Writings of St. Teresa of Avila on Obedience and Humility Books by Bishop Callahan What is a Christian Faith of Our Fathers Deathly Silence Pray Without Ceasing St. Teresa of Avila, the great Spanish mystic and reformer of the Carmelite Order, placed significant emphasis on the virtues of obedience and humility. In […]
Dark Night of the Soul
The Dark Night of the Soul: Reflecting on St. John of the Cross’s Understanding of Spiritual Darkness Books by Bishop Callahan What is a Christian Faith of Our Fathers Deathly Silence Pray Without Ceasing St. John of the Cross, a 16th-century Spanish mystic and one of the leading figures of the Carmelite Order, is renowned […]
Jennifer’s Journey to Carmel
Introduction to Third Order Carmelite Spirituality: In the tapestry of Catholic spirituality, the Third Order of Carmel stands as a unique thread, weaving together the contemplative essence of the Carmelite tradition with the vibrant tapestry of everyday life. Born from the rich spiritual heritage of the Carmelite religious order, the Third Order offers a path […]