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"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.



"Christmas Reflection" 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) Click here to read more... "Christmas Prayer " When Jesus came to us as man, He scattered the darkness of this world, and filled this holy season with his glory. Click here to read more... "Haiti Update... December 2007 " Haiti continues to be a country of drastic contrasts. In the midst of dire poverty and scarcity of resources there appear glimmers of hope and progress. Click here to read more... 2008 Spring Schedule Days of Reflection Retreats Classes Click here to read more...	Carmelite Articles "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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