Gospel Reflection for 16 March 2022
As Jesus was going up to Jerusalem,he took the Twelve disciples aside by themselves,and said to them on the way,“Behold, […]
Flowers of Carmel
“On the question of abstinence some interesting points were raised before the final decision was effected. From the report of
Commemoration of St. Clement Hofbauer
Today, March 15, is the commemoration of Saint Clement Hofbauer. Born in 1751 in present-day Czech Republic, Clement felt called
Gospel Reflection for 15 March 2022
Jesus spoke to the crowds and to his disciples, saying,“The scribes and the Phariseeshave taken their seat on the chair
Flowers of Carmel
“When St. Simon petitioned Pope Innocent IV for a mitigation of the original Rule, the Pope appointed as advisers two
Commemoration of Blessed Thomas Vives
Today, March 14, is the commemoration of Blessed Thomas Vives. Little is known about this humble member of the Mercedarian
Gospel Reflection for 14 March 2022
Jesus said to his disciples:“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. “Stop judging and you will not be judged.Stop
Flowers of Carmel
“The contemplative element in the tradition of Carmel increased the difficulties of adaptation to the new environment. Hoping to pursue
Gospel Reflection for 13 March 2022
Jesus took Peter, John, and Jamesand went up the mountain to pray.While he was praying his face changed in appearanceand
Flowers of Carmel
“The coming of the Carmelites to Europe at this particular time was opportune. It was in the beginning of a