Our Lady of Mount Carmel?
There Is No Saint Carmel.
Our Lady is the Patron, Mother, and Sister of All Carmelites… but Why? Mary is not mentioend in the Carmelite Rule. Fr. Steven Payne, OCD, discusses why the Carmelites honor Mary under this title and the lessons she has to teach us.
2025 Lay Carmelite Convocation
THE CARMELITE FAMILY
A TIMELESS TAPESTRY
Introducing Dennis Kalob and the Laudato Si’ Action Plan
At the recent Carmelite regional gatherings held in Tucson, Arizona, and Niagara Falls, Ontario, participants had the opportunity to hear from Dr. Dennis Kalob, the director of the Carmelite Province’s Laudato Si’ Action Plan, a strategic effort developed by the Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) Commission…
Kay Sullivan: A Legacy of Empathy and Community at Salpointe Catholic High School
After a 24-year tenure at Salpointe Catholic High School, Kay Sullivan is retiring from her role as President of the school. Her official retirement date: July 1st, 2025.
Farewell Mass at Saint Agnes, Phoenix
A full church (800+ people) with combined parish choirs (24 voices) and concelebrating Carmelites (five visiting, two local) with the Most Rev John Dolan, Bishop of Phoenix, and the parishioners of Saint Agnes said ‘goodbye’ to the Carmelites.
Why is there no SAINT CARMEL?
There Is No Saint Carmel.
That is unique among the major Religious Orders. For the Franciscans, there is Saint Francis of Assisi… For the Benedictines, there is Saint Benedict… For the Augustinians, there is Saint Augustine… For the Dominicans, there is their patron, Saint Dominic… And for the Jesuits, there is Saint Ignatius.
As for the Carmelites, there is no Saint Carmel—no Saint Carmel whose life stands as a model for how the Carmelites live out their faith.
Moving from Contemplative Prayer to Contemplation
A Webinar Sponsored by the Carmelite Institute of North America and Presented by Fr. Tracy O’Sullivan, O.Carm.
The Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien, Illinois
Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Carmelite Spirituality
Praying Alone Together
A Digital Sanctuary for Deepening Faith and A Personal Invitation to Transformation
In an era where digital noise often drowns out spiritual reflection, Praying Alone Together emerges as a serene online haven for those seeking a deeper connection with God. Through this blog, Fr. Tracy O’Sullivan, O. Carm., offers a rich tapestry of contemplative insights, grounded in Carmelite spirituality and the lived experiences of a seasoned pastor.
Springtime in Carmel: Encountering God in Nature’s Rebirth
As the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, nature awakens with beauty and quiet splendor. For those walking the Carmelite path, this season offers more than scenic views—it presents an invitation to contemplation, a chance to rediscover God in the gentle renewal of the earth.