St. John of the Cross: A Dark Cell, Poems of Love

In this episode of CarmelCast, we explore the surprising joy of St. John of the Cross' poetry, why The Dark Night reads more like a love song than a tale of despair, and how poetry expresses what ordinary words cannot. Discover how St. John’s song of the Beloved can become our own.

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Br. John-Mary of Jesus Crucified, O.C.D.

Br. John-Mary is living in the Monastery of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Washington, DC. His ministries include teaching, spiritual direction, and retreats.

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