"Carmel Teaches the Church how to Pray." - Pope Francis

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.

Contemplative Prayer

October 25, 2025 | OLMC, Joliet, IL

Fr. Tracy began his teachings on Contemplative Prayer, focusing on God’s schedule not our schedule, a concept we’re all familiar with but often overlook.

Foundation Stones

Foundation Stones is by far the most requested book I distribute across the Province and beyond – both in print and online.