Feast Day: Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Our Lady of Mount Carmel continues to be a significant part of my BVM life. History tells the story of Hermits who lived on Mount Carmel in the 12th century and later of miracles attributed to Mary saving John…
Advent Week One
[Jesus said] What I say to you, I say to all: ‘Watch!'” Mark 13:37 “Watch” This warning has been sounded in our ears many times over the course of our lives. Sometimes it heralded something wondrous: “Watch what happens when we…
Summer Gathering “United in Heart”
UNITED IN HEART was an incredibly powerful experience for me. It was a stroke of genius to hold the event in the Mount Carmel chapel, where I, like most BVMs had my first experiences of religious life, and to which…
Lenten Reflections: Holy Week and Holy Feet
One of the most powerful images from Holy Week is one that many people skip right over. It is Jesus’ washing of the disciples’ feet. Here are the scripture verses so that you can reflect on the words a bit,…
St. Mary’s in Ecuador: Saturday
Today we went to the market in Otavalo! It was a scenic three hour drive from where we are staying, and along the way we saw some amazing sights.
St. Mary’s in Ecuador: February 16
Our group was completed with Denise's arrival at around 4AM. Her flight had some difficulties, but Sister Annie was there to give her a warm Guayaquil welcome and a safe ride to the hotel.
What Is Trafficking and What Can We Do?
January has once again been proclaimed as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month by President Obama. Also, at the end of December 2016, Pope Francis sent a letter to bishops about injustices regarding children including lack of education, malnutrition,…
2016 Ecuador Immersion Trip: Reflections about Damien House
The immersion participants share their thought on their experience in Guayaquil at Damien House.