Meet Fr. Filiberto!
I got to sit down with the newly ordained Carmelite Friar, Fr. Filiberto! We talked about his Carmelite Journey and one of his unique ministries. And we have some exciting things coming soon about Fr. Filiberto’s ICON WRITING!
Living Our Faith
Blogs and Podcasts produced by Carmelites about Carmelite Spirituality.
New Beginnings
On February 12, 2026, the Whitefriars Hall community came together to honor and celebrate the enduring contributions of two individuals who have shaped the Carmelite
experience for so many.
Upcoming Retreat at the Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien, IL
The Spirituality of the Desert-Seeking and Finding | Friday, February 27, 2026 | 8:30am to 11:30am | Carmelite Spiritual Center | Darien, IL
Interview with Fr. Quinn Conners, O.Carm. | His Carmelite Journey
In this episode of Behind the Shield, we speak with Fr. Quinn Conners, O.Carm., about his Carmelite Journey.
Interview with Fr. Samuel Citero O.Carm. | His Carmelite Journey
In this episode of Behind the Shield, we speak with Fr. Samuel Citero, O.Carm., about his Carmelite Journey.
A Pope Leo book club? Count me in
When asked in a Dec. 2 in-flight press conference about what was on his mind during the conclave, Leo credited a book he had read “many years ago” that highlighted “a type of prayer and spirituality where one simply gives his life to the Lord and allows the Lord to lead.”
Thank You & Have a Blessed Christmas!
Thank you so much for spending time with us and for watching our content. We truly hope you’re enjoying our series on the Carmelite saints, the rich history and spirituality of Carmel, and the personal Carmelite Journeys shared by friars, sisters, nuns, and lay members of the Carmelite family.
Who is Saint John of the Cross?
Presented by Fr. Jack Welch, O.Carm., in front of the Stained Glass interpretation of The Dark Night in the Museum on the Carmelite Campus in Darien, IL.
Fr. Gregory Houck,O.Carm.
Fr. Gregory Houck, O.Carm., discusses how he came to Carmel in this excerpt from his Behind the Shield “Carmelite Journey” interview.
Video and Transcript.