Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity writes for the last time to Père Gonsalve Vallée, her Dominican spiritual father, that “next year I will celebrate your feast with St Dominic in 'the inheritance of the saints in light'.” This letter is a testament to his spiritual guidance over the course of six years.
Quote of the day, 21 June: St. Thérèse of Lisieux
On 21 June 1897, two great events occurred in the life of St. Thérèse of Lisieux: she offered a photo album to Mother Marie de Gonzague for her feast day, which contains some of the most memorable photos of Thérèse and the community. And, on the same day she wrote the landmark Letter 247 to seminarian Maurice Bellière, encouraging him in his desire to become a saint. We offer our translation of a key paragraph and explain why our translation varies from others.
Quote of the day, 15 June: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
On the feast day of St. Germaine de Pibrac, the nuns of the Carmel of Dijon celebrated the feast day of their prioress, Mother Germaine of Jesus. St. Elizabeth of the Trinity asked her sister for a few favors; one was: "could you also copy the 'Salutaris' by Gounod for me?"
14 November: ALL SAINTS OF OUR ORDER
We recall our brothers and sisters who once dedicated their lives to continual prayer on earth and now share in the worship of heaven
St. Thérèse Novena: My Joy! — Introduction
A novena based on Poem 45, "My Joy!" written by St. Thérèse for her sister Pauline's feast day, 21 January 1897
1 October: SAINT THERESE OF THE CHILD JESUS
Help us to follow the way of Saint Thérèse with confidence
6 November: Saint Nuno of St. Mary
The Lord called Saint Nuno to put aside his sword and follow Christ
17 September: Saint Albert of Jerusalem
St. Albert of Jerusalem wrote a Rule for the hermit brothers on Mt Carmel
13 July: Saint Teresa of Jesus Fernández Solar
Jesus alone is beautiful; He is my only joy
Quote of the day: 18 April
They could not sufficiently admire the genius of Madame Acarie
Quote of the day: 9 April
My soul was united very profoundly, I assure you, to the divine joys which flooded yours in those two great days of your ordination and first Mass [28–29 May 1904]. I would have wished that this brief note, which tells you of my entire union with you, might have reached you sooner; that wasn't possible... Continue Reading →
Quote of the day: 19 March
I endeavored to celebrate his feast with all the solemnity possible
14 November: All Carmelite Saints
We recall our brothers and sisters who once dedicated their lives to continual prayer
6 November: St. Nuno Alvares Pereira
Though an army encamp against me and temptation lays siege, I will trust in the word of my God
1 October: Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
Help us to follow the way of Saint Thérèse with confidence
17 September: St. Albert of Jerusalem
St. Albert of Jerusalem wrote a Rule for the hermit brothers on Mt Carmel
Quote of the day: 28 July
Not to be led astray, or deceived, or to let your spirit be broken
28 July: Blessed John Soreth
May He also be the guiding light of your intellect and the ruler of your reason
13 July: Saint Teresa of Jesus “Of Los Andes”
Jesus alone is beautiful; He is my only joy
Quote of the day: 7 June
Our Lord became a spring of Living water for us
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