CarmelCast – Episode 14: All Carmelite Saints & All Carmelite Souls
Each November we celebrate the Feast of All Carmelite Saints and the Commemoration of All Carmelite Souls. During these days we remember and pray for the Carmelites who have passed away, who by living out their vocations faithfully day in and day out have made a significant, though hidden, impact on the world. In this episode, several friars recall the memories of deceased friars who have made specific imprints on their lives.
CarmelCast – Episode 13: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity and the Divine Indwelling
St. Elizabeth of the Trinity is the most recently canonized Carmelite saint. This vivacious young French woman, marked with profound spiritual depth, entered Carmel at age 21 and died a short five years later. Her [...]
CarmelCast – Episode 12: Demystifying St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)
St. Teresa Benedicta is one of the least understood Carmelite saints. Her complex philosophical writings can overwhelm and intimidate those untrained in phenomenology. But as a convert to the Catholic faith, prominent female speaker, Carmelite [...]
CarmelCast – Episode 11: St. John of the Cross and the Dark Night
St. John of the Cross is a spiritual master and Doctor of the Church. His image of the Dark Night has captivated the imaginations of Christians throughout the centuries. He shows us that darkness and [...]
CarmelCast – Episode 10: St. Teresa of Avila and the Humanity of Christ
St. Teresa of Avila is the foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and the first female doctor of the Church. Her teaching on prayer is a guiding light for all Christians. In this episode, Fr. Michael [...]
CarmelCast – Episode 9: Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the Brown Scapular
The brown scapular is a widespread devotion in the Church. It is a sign of the protection of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and a participation in the graces she promised to the Carmelite Order. [...]