Praying Alone Together Blog
My name is Fr. Tracy O’Sullivan, O. Carm. My dream late in life is to teach people how to pray. Mature prayer is not about what we want but what an all-loving God wants for us. It is a long journey between our desires and God’s desires. In the end, it is all about true love.
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.”
Who is Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity?
Introduction by Sr. Helena of Mary, O.Carm.
Video and Written Trainscript
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.
Who is St. Thérèse of Lisieux?
There Is No Saint Carmel.
St. Thérèse of Lisieux.
Who is Albert of Jerusalem?
There Is No Saint Carmel.
Saint Albert of Jerusalem – Bishop & Lawgiver of Carmel… The Rule of Carmel…
Who is Edith Stein?
There Is No Saint Carmel.
Edith Stein is a saint whose life speaks across generations, inspiring all who seek to live their faith with depth and courage.
Who is Titus Brandsma?
There Is No Saint Carmel.
Titus Brandsma is a saint whose life speaks across generations, inspiring all who seek to live their faith with depth and courage.
Carmel & Music WEBINAR
A Webinar Sponsored by the Carmelite Institute of North America and Presented by Fr. Simon Nolan, O.Carm.
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.