To the filial promises of her loving children of Chile, the Virgin Queen answered with this single word, “Independence” and with it, she won their hearts forever.
Quote of the day, 23 November: St. Teresa of the Andes
Quote of the day, 15 November: St. Teresa of the Andes
Today we recited the Office of the Dead. It is so beautiful.
Quote of the day, 10 November: St. Teresa of the Andes
I have understood that what most keeps me from God is my pride. From now on I desire and propose to be humble.
Quote of the day, 27 September: St. Teresa of the Andes
It is so rich to give to the poor. I gave my shoes to Juanito’s nurse.
Quote of the day, 25 September: St. Teresa of the Andes
Jesus told me that He wants me to suffer with joy. This costs me so, but it is sufficient that He asks this, so that I'll try to do it.
Triduum of prayer for the Discalced Carmelites, Day 2 — 28 August 2021
O Consuming Fire, Spirit of Love, descend into my soul and make all in me as an incarnation of the Word
Quote of the day, 6 August: St. Teresa of the Andes
The Carmelite must ascend the Tabor of Carmel and be clothed with the garments of penance that will make her more like Jesus.
Quote of the day, 13 July: St. Teresa of the Andes
Gaze at him tirelessly...
13 July: Saint Teresa of Jesus Fernández Solar
Jesus alone is beautiful; He is my only joy
Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel 2021: Day 6
How I wish I could fill you with these thoughts... so that there is nothing before you but God! Then, what peace, what joy we might experience
Quote of the day, 4 June: St. Teresa of the Andes
My tearful eyes began to fix themselves on a picture of the Sacred Heart, and I heard a very sweet voice say to me...
Quote of the day, 26 May: St. Teresa of the Andes
The way Jesus showed me from the time I was little was the same way He traveled, the way He loved
Quote of the day, 22 May: St. Teresa of the Andes
Our Lord told me He desires me to allow myself to be guided entirely by the Holy Spirit
Marie du jour 2021, May 18: St. Teresa of the Andes
When you are sorrowful and feeling down and cannot find anyone to whom you can unburden yourself, run to her presence
Quote of the day, 7 May: St. Teresa of the Andes
I have permission, and with God’s help, I will fly to the dear little dovecote on May 7
Marie du jour 2021, May 7: St. Teresa of the Andes
I have also reflected on how the Blessed Virgin Mary was a perfect Carmelite
Quote of the day, 12 April: Michael D. Griffin, O.C.D.
On Monday, April 12, at 7:15 P.M., Teresa of the Andes sweetly fell asleep in the arms of God
Light of Christ for the Church in Chile — St. John Paul II
Light of Christ for all the Church in Chile: this is Sister Teresa of the Andes, Teresa de Jesús, a Discalced Carmelite nun and the first fruits of holiness of the Teresian Carmel in Latin America
Quote of the day, 12 March: St. Teresa of the Andes
Let us be concerned about our neighbors and in serving them, even when it is repugnant to do this
Quote of the day, 8 December: St. Teresa of the Andes
Today, December 8, 1915, at the age of fifteen, I make my vow... to admit no other Spouse but my Lord Jesus Christ
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