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Quote of the day: 23 September 1995, St. John Paul II addresses the Carmelite General Chapter Your "sequela Christi", as consecrated persons, thus acquires biblical and historical connotations, which make it particularly alive and up-to-date.
Quote of the day, 23 September: St. John Paul II
Dive into our quote of the day and discover the marvelous catechesis given by St. John Paul II on the prophetic charism and mission of Carmel during his address to the Carmelites' general chapter in 1995. He left us such an insightful message!
Carmel is called to be an oasis of contemplation and spirituality, where even the man of the year 2000 can draw on the authentic values of the spirit. At the same time, it constitutes a path and a journey for inner growth, stretching towards an ever deeper union with God. Carmel has a long history, rooted in biblical tradition and spirituality. It is in fact connected with the mountain on which…
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Quote of the day, 13 September: Miguel Márquez, O.C.D.
Quote of the day, 13 September: We present our translation of the address given by Father General Miguel Márquez, O.C.D. during the private audience of the Discalced Carmelite General Chapter with Pope Francis, 11 September 2021
On Saturday 11 September 2021, the delegates to the Discalced Carmelite Friars General Chapter gathered together in the Sala Clementina to meet with our Holy Father Pope Francis. The audience was scheduled for 11:00 am. The friars went to the Vatican, either on foot or by public transportation. They were supposed to be at the Bronze Gate at 10:15 a.m. to be taken to the Sala Clementina. When the…
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Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites, Day 3 — 29 August 2021
Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites | The Discalced Carmelite friars have asked us to "pray for this General Chapter and for the whole Order." Day 3, 29 August — St Edith Stein, "The Holy Spirit must help Your Charity"
INTRODUCTION We draw near to the opening of the 92nd General Chapter of the Discalced Carmelites, which will be held in Rome from the 30th of August to the 14th of September. Celebrated every six years, friars from around the world gather at the the General Chapter to elect the new General Superior and his council and to evaluate the current status of the Order and plan for the future. The…
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Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites, Day 2 — 28 August 2021
Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites | The Discalced Carmelite friars have asked us to "pray for this General Chapter and for the whole Order." Day 2, 28 August — "O Consuming Fire, Spirit of Love, descend into my soul"
INTRODUCTION We draw near to the opening of the 92nd General Chapter of the Discalced Carmelites, which will be held in Rome from the 30th of August to the 14th of September. Celebrated every six years, friars from around the world gather at the the General Chapter to elect the new General Superior and his council and to evaluate the current status of the Order and plan for the future. The…
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Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites, Day 1 — 27 August 2021
Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites | The Discalced Carmelite friars have asked us to "pray for this General Chapter and for the whole Order." Day 1, 27 August — "Whoever calls upon the Holy Spirit will seek me and find me"
INTRODUCTION We draw near to the opening of the 92nd General Chapter of the Discalced Carmelites, which will be held in Rome from the 30th of August to the 14th of September. Celebrated every six years, friars from around the world gather at the the General Chapter to elect the new General Superior and his council and to evaluate the current status of the Order and plan for the future. The…
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The retreat for the members of the Society of St. Pius X who will participate in the General Chapter has begun. Following the conclusion of the retreat next week, the participants will elect a Superior General and Assistants and will consider important issues relating to the SSPX. Father Yves le Rou
