...Jesus did not come to teach a philosophy but to show us a way, indeed, the way that leads to life, said Benedict XVI during todays Angelus. Taking his cue from the Gospel of the day, the Pope recalled how faith itself is dead if is not followed by deeds. Every believer, therefore, is called to testify in practice the teachings of Jesus, who by his very existence has shown us that only love can change the world. "If you love your neighbour with a pure and generous heart - explained the Pope - it means that you really know God. If you say you have faith but do not love your brothers, then your are not a true believer. God does not dwell in you. On the eve of the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy ..
THE INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE
Patron of this blog - click for link to Our Lady Victorious church images of the statue
ABOUT CARMELITES
This is the Carmelite shield of the Ancient Observance. The palm and the lily signifies the first saints of the order: St. Angelus of Sicily (signified by the palm of martyrdom) and St. Albert of Trapani (signified by the lily). Six pieces of spiritual armour are described in the rule of the Order; the cincture is the symbol of purity, indispensable for one who desires to reach the holy mountain of the vision of God: "Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God". The corselet which protects the vital parts of the body represents good thoughts: "Holy thoughts will protect you". The breastplate which covers the whole body represents justice, a well regulated life, the observance of the commandments and duties of daily life. The shield is faith; for a living faith is the best safeguard for the spiritual life. The helmet symbolizes hope, confidence in God, which gives us the right to walk with freedom and confidence. Finally, the sword indicates conversation with God which as a double edge blade comes to our aid and defends us in all our difficulties.
Mount Carmel, Carmelite Monastery - beautiful statue of Our Lady. Picture credit: Karmel im Heiligen Land
Carmel in Toledo - Under Our Lady's mantle - St Elijah in Carmelite habit in company of other prophets (lower left panel). Picture credit: Karmel im Heiligen Land
ST ELIJAH AND CARMELITE SPIRITUALITY
1Kings 17:4 - Elijah by the brook of Cherith
Prophet Elijah victory at Mt Carmel over idolatrous prophets of Baal (1Kings 18)
Elijah statue in front of Carmelite Monastery on Mt Carmel
TWO CARMELITE ORDERS - TWO BRANCHES OF THE SAME TRUNK
About Me
- Jay
- 'Jay' stands for the phonetics of my first name initial 'J', as I have chosen anonymity in blogging. I am 'cradle' Roman Catholic, happy wife, mother and grandmother. I am professed Discalced Carmelite tertiary now, who loves and respects Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Holy Tradition of the RC Church - "Therefore, brethren, stand fast; and hold the traditions which you have learned, whether by word, or by our epistle" (2Thes 2:14), and: "Even if Catholics faithful to Tradition are reduced to a handful, they are the ones who are the true Church of Jesus Christ” (St. Athanasius, AD 373). In my devotion to Church's Tradition and Tridentine Mass I am with the Latin Mass Society of England and Wales and in union with the Holy Roman Catholic Church. In conclusion, the aim of this blog is to present and propagate traditional Catholic devotions, piety and Carmelite Spirituality in the richness of Tradition. All my efforts are aimed to help to preserve Catholic identity. The idea of this project is entirely private and comes from my own convictions and understanding of Catholicism.
The life of St Mary Magdalene de Pazzi
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Traditional Rite Discalced Carmelite Nuns in Valparaido, Nebraska
Jesus, Mary and Joseph Monastery associated with Fraternity of St Peter
Hermits of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel
Christoval, Texas
TRADITIONAL RITE CARMELITE MONKS OF WYOMING
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TRADITIONAL RITE THIRD ORDER CARMELITES
CATHOLIC FAITH, DEVOTIONS AND TEACHING
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ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT DEVOTION
DEVOTION TO THE HOLY SACRIFICE OF THE MASS
DEVOTION TO THE MOST HOLY ROSARY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
DEVOTION TO THE PASSION OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST
Stations of the Cross - click on the image to enter - it works now!
PRAYING ANGELUS
CHURCH MAGISTERIUM
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