On the Timing of Invasions
The timing and circumstances are just right for the next invasion. Let us prepare the way of the Lord.
Getting Started with St. Teresa
We know from St. Teresa that new beginnings and new commands come with graces from God. After all, hers is a spirituality of getting started.
College Students, Friendship, and Carmelite Spirituality: A Reflection on SEEK24
Last week, eleven friars from all three US provinces of Discalced Carmelites attended SEEK24, the annual conference of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) held this year in St. Louis, and attended by over 20,000 mostly college students. In this blog, Fr. Pier Giorgio, OCD, reflects on his experience attending the conference and sponsoring a booth with ICS Publications, the English-language publishing house of the Discalced Carmelite Order and ministry of the Washington Province.
The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross - Stanza 4: CarmelCast Episode 56
The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss Stanza 4 in which St. John describes how we participate in the life of the Holy Trinity.
The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross - Stanza 2, Part 2: CarmelCast Episode 53
The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we dive into the second half of Stanza 2 which describes how the wounds of God's love transform us.
The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross - Introduction and Prologue: CarmelCast Episode 50
The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we dive into the Introduction and Prologue of the work to see how we too are called to that union.
The Living Flame of Love Book Study
Join us over the next 7 weeks as we dive into this spiritual masterpiece of St. John of the Cross and learn how we too can be completely united to God through love.
St. Thérèse’s Last Conversations: CarmelCast Episode 48
In preparation for the celebration of the 150th birthday of St. Thérèse on January 2, 2023, Fr. Pier Giorgio and Fr. Michael-Joseph discuss her Last Conversations and what they reveal about St. Thérèse's spirituality.
St. Thérèse’s Prayers: CarmelCast Episode 47
In preparation for the celebration of the 150th birthday of St. Thérèse on January 2, 2023, Fr. Daniel Chowning discusses her Prayers and what they reveal about St. Thérèse's spirituality.
St. Thérèse’s Story of a Soul: CarmelCast Episode 43
In preparation for the celebration of the 150th birthday of St. Thérèse on January 2, 2023, Fr. Marc Foley discusses her autobiography, Story of a Soul, and what it reveals about St. Thérèse’s spirituality.
CarmelCast Episode 41: The Conversion of St. Edith Stein and an Interview with a Family Devoted to Carmel
In the first half of this episode, we discuss the conversion of St. Edith Stein. Then, we have an interview with the Lasnoski family.
CarmelCast Episode 38: Sin and Discouragement in Prayer and an Interview with a Carmelite Sister
In the first half of this episode, we discuss St. Teresa's approach to avoiding discouragement in prayer in the face of sin. Then, we have an interview with Sister. Regina Marie of the Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles.
CarmelCast Episode 36: The Discalced Carmelite Family and an Interview with a Friar
In the first half of this episode, we discuss what it means to be a part of the Discalced Carmelite family. Then, we have an interview with Fr. Kevin of the Blessed Trinity who has been a friar for over 65 years.
The Apostolic Dimension of the Teresian Charism
Sometimes I wonder about the Providence that willed that the first foundation of St. Teresa of Jesus would be inaugurated on this feast of St. Bartholomew, a great missionary apostle. One might ask: what business does a contemplative order such as the Discalced Carmel have in having this feast as its inauguration?
CarmelCast Episode 35: The Way of Perfection - Chapters 37-42
This Lent on CarmelCast we're discussing the spiritual classic The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila. In this episode, we continue our discussion of St. Teresa's commentary on the Our Father, particularly her teaching on temptations in prayer.
CarmelCast Episode 33: The Way of Perfection - Chapters 26-31
This Lent on CarmelCast we're discussing the spiritual classic The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila. In this episode, we talk about St. Teresa's method of prayer for those of us who often find it difficult to focus.
CarmelCast Episode 31: The Way of Perfection - Chapters 16-21
This Lent on CarmelCast we're discussing the spiritual classic The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila. In this episode, we give an introduction to St. Teresa's understanding of prayer.
CarmelCast Episode 29: The Way of Perfection - Prologue and Chapters 1-7
This Lent we'll be discussing the spiritual classic The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila. In this episode of CarmelCast, we give a little background about the book and talk about St. Teresa's insistence on love of neighbor as a foundation for living a life of prayer.
CarmelCast Episode 28: The Last Days of St. John of the Cross
St. John of the Cross is largely unknown and frequently misunderstood in the Church today. Join us as we discuss the life and teaching of the Mystical Doctor. In this episode, we discuss the last years of his life and his death.
CarmelCast Episode 25: The Imprisonment of St. John of the Cross
St. John of the Cross is largely unknown and frequently misunderstood in the Church today. Join us as we discuss the life and teaching of the Mystical Doctor. In this episode, we discuss his capture and imprisonment by his Carmelite brothers.