CarmelCast
Our goal here is simply to talk about the spiritual life from a Carmelite perspective - something that we already do in the monastery on a regular basis. Through this podcast, we hope to open the conversation up for you to listen and join in. We’re by no means experts on these topics, but we believe that our Carmelite tradition and saints have a lot to offer to those seeking to grow closer to God.
Episodes
In this episode, we answer your questions about Carmelite spirituality and the Carmelite saints!
For more information:
http://www.icspublications.org
http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org
In this episode, we sit down with Fr. John Sullivan, O.C.D., to explore the inspiring story of the newest Carmelite saints—sixteen Discalced Carmelite nuns martyred during the French Revolution.
For more information:
http://www.icspublications.org
http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org
In this episode, we sit down to explore the power of spiritual autobiographies and what St. Edith Stein (Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) can teach us about how to read them.
For more information:
http://www.icspublications.org
http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org
In this episode, we sit down with Anne-Elisabeth Giuliani to discuss the life and teaching of the Carmelite friar, Blessed Marie-Eugene.
For more information:
http://www.icspublications.org
http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org
In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Marc Foley, O.C.D., to discuss the experience and teaching of St. Therese on scrupulosity.
For more information:
http://www.icspublications.org
http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org
In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, to discuss the human soul and how we grow closer to God in our lives.
For more information:
http://www.icspublications.org
http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org
We are all in need of healing in our lives. In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Daniel Chowning, O.C.D. to hear what St. John of the Cross teaches about healing and contemplation.
Check out Fr. Daniel's new book: Healed by Love https://www.icspublications.org/products/healed-by-love
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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
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Easter is not just a single day—it is a season, a transformation, and an invitation to see with new eyes. In this reflection, we ponder the Paschal mystery through the lens of Faith, exploring how the Resurrection of Jesus offers not only victory over sin and death but also a renewed perspective on our struggles, failures, and defeats.
Even when Lent feels like a missed train or our resolutions fall apart, the empty tomb s...
What do you see when you look at a crucifix?
Is it guilt? Indifference? Or can it become your greatest comfort?
In this reflection, we explore the powerful mystery at the heart of the Christian faith: the Crucified Christ. With the help of St. Thérèse of Lisieux—who clung to the cross in life and in death. We reflect on why this image is not a symbol of defeat, but of victorious love.
This is not a sentim...
Envy poisons the soul, making us see others as rivals rather than companions in grace. But St. Thérèse of Lisieux discovered a truth that uproots envy completely—God’s love is infinite, merciful, and personal.
We explore St. Thérèse’s profound garden imagery and how it reveals the key to overcoming envy. She once longed to be like the rose, yet she found peace in accepting her place as a simple violet or daisy. Her wisdom...
Why give yourself completely to God? St. Thérèse of Lisieux shows us the answer: because He is Mercy itself. Throughout her life, Thérèse sang of God’s mercy, not just in words but in how she lived—with total trust and surrender. But what does it really mean to trust in God’s mercy? And how do we respond to it?
In this reflection, we explore the heart of Thérèse’s spirituality—her confidence in God's love, even in wea...
Lent is a season of conversion—a time to return to that first encounter with God’s love. St. Thérèse of Lisieux remembered hers clearly: Christmas night, 1886. After years of spiritual struggle, she received the grace to overcome her self-preoccupation and embrace love and sacrifice.
Like Moses at the burning bush and the Samaritan woman at the well, Thérèse’s encounter changed everything. God calls us to the same transfor...
How can we find Jesus hidden in our daily lives? St. Thérèse of Lisieux sought to see Christ’s face even in moments of darkness, offering her suffering for others and recognizing His presence in those in need. In this video, we explore her devotion to the Holy Face, her “trial of faith,” and how her spiritual insights can help us see Christ in both glory and suffering. Join us as we uncover the beauty of seeking Jesus, even when He...
Temptation can feel like a burden, but St. Thérèse of Lisieux saw it as a hidden grace—a path to spiritual growth and deeper union with God. Through Scripture, the wisdom of the saints, and Thérèse’s own letters, this reflection explores how struggles with temptation can strengthen our faith rather than weaken it. Listen now to discover how to embrace trials with trust and confidence in God’s plan!
Your dignity as a human being surpasses all creation—you are made for union with God. St. Thérèse of Lisieux not only believed this but lived it daily, longing so ardently for this union that she desired to die of love.
Raised in a deeply devout family, she entered Carmel at 15, embracing her “Little Way”—a path of confidence, love, and offering every sacrifice for God.
At 24, through suffering and darkness of fa...
Both Mary and Thérèse lived lives deeply centered on Scripture, not merely as a text to study but as a living encounter with Jesus Christ. Discover how their prayerful pondering of the Word invites us into deeper intimacy with God, both in the liturgy and personal prayer. This Advent, let their example inspire you to hear God’s voice in Scripture and respond with your whole heart.
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St. Thérèse of Lisieux’s life reminds us that everything is grace, even in moments of suffering or deprivation. Her profound Eucharistic spirituality teaches us how to trust in God’s love, offering our lives to Him with confidence and humility. As we journey through Advent, her “Little Way” inspires us to await Christ’s coming with hope, knowing that His grace transforms all things. At Christmas, we celebrate the ultimate gift of g...
St. Thérèse of Lisieux exemplifies profound confidence in God’s merciful love, illustrated through her metaphor of the little bird. This imagery highlights her humility in recognizing spiritual poverty and her bold trust in God’s strength rather than personal efforts. Her example demonstrates that confidence in God is accessible to all, as it rests entirely on His goodness, not human perfection. Through the bird’s gaze fixed on the...
Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus exemplified spiritual childhood, but its ultimate model is Christ Himself, who eternally receives everything from the Father. This filial receptivity is the essence of Christian prayer, as seen in Christ’s relationship with the Father and reflected in contemplative prayer, which St. John of the Cross describes as pure receptivity. Thérèse lived this deeply, seeing prayer as a heartfelt aspiration, e...
This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we discuss the legacy of St. Teresa passed down to us through her spiritual works.
For more information:
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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org
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