Flowers of Carmel
“Towards the end of this commentary St. John approaches the image of the Incarnation in Our Lady to express the […]
Memorial of St. Barnabas
Today June 11, is the memorial of Saint Barnabas. He was a Levite Jewish convert, coming to the faith soon
Gospel Reflection for 11 June 2022
Jesus said to the Twelve:“As you go, make this proclamation:‘The Kingdom of heaven is at hand.’Cure the sick, raise the
Flowers of Carmel
In his explanation of another metaphor, the Living Flame of Love, St. John draws Our Lady as closely as possible
Memorial of Blessed Edward Poppe
Today, June 10, is the memorial of Blessed Edward Poppe. A follower of St. Therese of Lisieux’s “The Little Way,”
Gospel Reflection for 10 June 2022
Jesus said to his disciples:“You have heard that it was said, You shall not commit adultery.But I say to you,everyone
Flowers of Carmel
“A much loved comparison of the saint which he employs to express the necessity of our being susceptible and pure
Memorial of Blessed Anna Maria Taigi
Today, June 9, is the memorial of Blessed Anna Maria Taigi. Anna Maria was born in 1769. Her father Luigi’s
Gospel Reflection for 9 June 2022
Jesus said to his disciples:“I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses thatof the scribes and Pharisees,you will not enter into
Flowers of Carmel
“How often does the saint employ imagery that can generally be applied to Our Lady. It is next to impossible