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"One Season Following Another" by Sr. Margie McGurie
Have you ever noticed how the seasons of the year set a natural rhythm for our lives? Like migrating birds, we move with the sun. We seek warmer climates in winter, or settle into our dens to drowsily dream of the return of spring.

"See, I Make All Things New!" by Sr. Margie McGurie
Recently I had occasion to study and to teach the Book of Revelation. I was impressed by the frequent use of the word “endurance.” The author insists that because of resurrection all of history is being redeemed, all events and occurrences now belong to the domain of the Lord of Time, to Jesus the Christ.

"Christmas Reflection" by Sr. Linda LaMagna
Two passages from Scripture that have always stirred my soul during the Advent/Christmas season are "...Be it done unto me according to your Word." (Luke 1:38) and "...He shall be called Emmanuel, God is with us." (Isaiah 6:14)

"What's In A Name?" by Sr. Margie McGuire
On October 15th we celebrate the feast of Teresa of Avila whose teachings on prayer have earned her the title of Doctor of the Church. Teresa insisted that all prayer be centered on the humanity of Jesus.

"Grace and Friendship" by Sr. Margie McGuire
Genuine friendship is a priceless treasure, beautiful to behold, but not easy or painless to attain. Friendships can be formed at every age and any moment along life’s journey.

"Praying Backward" by Sr. Marilyn Welch
“Praying backwards” may sound like a strange title for a reflection during these days when we commemorate Jesus moving forward to Jerusalem to fulfill his mission of death and resurrection. However, the more we immerse ourselves in the mystery of the Christ; the call to “pray backwards” might be the most appropriate invitation for these last Lenten days.



Sr. Marilyn Welch, CCW was presented with the “Assisi Award” by St. Francis University, in recognition of the Carmelite Community of the Word’s efforts in establishing a twinned relationship with the Little Sisters of the Incarnation in Haiti. The following is her acceptance talk. Click here to read more... Prayer to Our Mother of Perpetual Help Patroness of Haiti Please join us in prayer for the Little Sisters & Brothers of the Incarnation, and for all the people of Haiti. Click here to read more... "Haiti Update" Please join our Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts! Click here to read more... 2010 Winter – Spring Schedule Workshops Retreats Days of Reflection Classes Click here to read more...	Carmelite Articles "One Season Following Another" by Sr. Margie McGurie Have you ever noticed how the seasons of the year set a natural rhythm for our lives? Like migrating birds, we move with the sun. We seek warmer climates in winter, or settle into our dens to drowsily dream of the return of spring. "See, I Make All Things New!" by Sr. Margie McGurie Recently I had occasion to study and to teach the Book of Revelation. I was impressed by the frequent use of the word “endurance.” The author insists that because of resurrection all of history is being redeemed, all events and occurrences now belong to the domain of the Lord of Time, to Jesus the Christ. "Christmas Reflection" by Sr. Linda LaMagna Two passages from Scripture that have always stirred my soul during the Advent/Christmas season are "...Be it done unto me according to your Word." (Luke 1:38) and "...He shall be called Emmanuel, God is with us." (Isaiah 6:14) "What's In A Name?" by Sr. Margie McGuire On October 15th we celebrate the feast of Teresa of Avila whose teachings on prayer have earned her the title of Doctor of the Church. Teresa insisted that all prayer be centered on the humanity of Jesus. "Grace and Friendship" by Sr. Margie McGuire Genuine friendship is a priceless treasure, beautiful to behold, but not easy or painless to attain. Friendships can be formed at every age and any moment along life’s journey. "Praying Backward" by Sr. Marilyn Welch “Praying backwards” may sound like a strange title for a reflection during these days when we commemorate Jesus moving forward to Jerusalem to fulfill his mission of death and resurrection. However, the more we immerse ourselves in the mystery of the Christ; the call to “pray backwards” might be the most appropriate invitation for these last Lenten days.

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