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

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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.

A Sacred Journey: CarmelPrays.com’s Lent Series

Lent is a season of deep spiritual reflection, and CarmelPrays.com has taken an innovative approach to guiding the faithful through this sacred time. At the heart of this series of videos is Fr. Marc Bell, O.Carm., as the narrator who brings the Book of Genesis to life.

Journeying Through Carmel: A Guide to Virtual Prayerful Reflection

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CarmelPrays: A Daily Experience of Carmelite Prayer

The Way of the Cross: A Journey with the Saints of Carmel

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Into the Land of Carmel

In the Beginning | The Origins of Carmel

Wonderful retreats at the Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien, IL this April and July!

Prayer for the General Assembly of the Third Order Carmelites in Fatima

February 25 – March 2, 2025Prayer for the General Assembly of the Third Order of Carmelites in Fatima The General Assembly of the Lay Carmelite Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary (historically known as the Third Order of Carmel, TOC) will be held in Fatima from February 23 to March 3, 2025.  The Committee for the […]