Brocard, the Unknown Carmelite

2016-11-11T16:39:42-05:00

(to whom the Carmelite Rule was addressed) by Father Leopold Gluckert, O. Carm. How does one write a biography of someone whose known data consists of no more than his initial? The “Brother B” to whom the Carmelite Rule is directed remains shrouded in the mystery of the ages, even though some fanciful stories developed [...]

Brocard, the Unknown Carmelite2016-11-11T16:39:42-05:00

Angelo Paoli

2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

by Father Leopold Gluckert, O.Carm. In a world known for its callous disregard for the poor and downtrodden, the example of Angelo Paoli is a refreshing breath of air.  Angelo cared so well for his unfortunate brothers and sisters that he was known as “Father Charity” or “Father of the Poor.”  Fortunately, he did more [...]

Angelo Paoli2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

Blessed Frances d’Amboise

2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

Many Carmelite saints have come from colorful backgrounds, but very few from the highest ranks of the nobility.  Frances d’Amboise is one of the exceptions.  Frances was born in 1427, daughter of Louis d’Amboise, Prince of Talmont, and his wife Louise-Marie de Rieux.  She grew up as a lively, attractive girl, but could not escape [...]

Blessed Frances d’Amboise2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

Blessed John Soreth (1394-1471)

2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

[pdf version] by Leopold Gluckert, O.Carm. John Soreth is a Prior General who dramatically changed Carmelite life for the better.  Some even credit his reforms for enabling the Carmelite Order to survive the spiritual earthquake of the Reformation.  John was born near Caen in Normandy in 1394.  He entered the Carmelites in that city, and [...]

Blessed John Soreth (1394-1471)2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

Saint Peter Thomas (1305-66)

2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

by Leopold Gluckert, O. Carm In a world like our own, where factionalism and deep religious and political divisions poison our relationships, a saint like Peter Thomas is like a breath of fresh air.  His life as a devout Carmelite and a diplomatic healer and trouble-shooter reminds us that reconciliation and common ground are always [...]

Saint Peter Thomas (1305-66)2016-11-11T16:39:43-05:00

Call for Papers: Vilma Seelaus Prize

2013-02-01T11:20:33-05:00

The Carmelite Institute announces the annual Vilma Seelaus, ocd, Prize for Carmelite Writing. The Seelaus prize will be awarded for the best new piece of writing submitted on the subject of Carmelite Spirituality. Carmelite Studies How can Carmelite Spirituality speak to the contemporary world? What does this centuries-old spirituality have to offer young people today? [...]

Call for Papers: Vilma Seelaus Prize2013-02-01T11:20:33-05:00

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