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.

Episode 66: Difficulties in Prayer with St. Thérèse

Distractions, drowsiness, dryness... these are struggles that we all face during our times of prayer. In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Marc Foley, OCD to discuss what St. Thérèse can teach us about how to approach these difficulties in prayer.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

05-02
44:43

Episode 65: The Practice of the Presence of God

Pope Francis has named this year, 2024, a year dedicated to prayer. This season of CarmelCast will examine this essential element of the spiritual life to help you go deeper in your prayer. In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Steven Payne, OCD to discuss how we can always remain in God's presence through the spiritual teaching of Br. Lawrence of the Resurrection.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

04-25
44:37

Episode 64: The Foundational Virtues of Prayer

Pope Francis has named this year, 2024, a year dedicated to prayer. This season of CarmelCast will examine this essential element of the spiritual life to help you go deeper in your prayer. In this episode, we will start at the very beginning by discussing what prayer is and the fundamental virtues necessary to grow in prayer.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

04-18
54:36

Episode 63: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity—Sickness and Death

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880–1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss the final years of her life and her profound witness of suffering in conformity with Jesus.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

12-19
01:02:50

Episode 62: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity—Her Prayer to the Trinity

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880–1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss her Trinitarian spirituality, especially as it is manifested in her prayer to the Trinity quoted in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

12-13
53:57

Episode 61: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity—Interior Silence

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880–1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss her spiritual teaching on silence as a place for encounter with God.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

12-06
52:15

Episode 60: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity and St. Thérèse of Lisieux

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880–1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss how she was influenced by the witness and teaching of St. Thérèse of Lisieux and how their spiritualities are similar, yet each unique.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

11-29
54:00

Episode 59: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity—The Apostolic Spirit of Carmel

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880–1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss her apostolic spirit and what it can teach us about being contemplatives in the midst of our busy lives.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

11-22
58:21

Episode 58: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity—Discernment and Vocation

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880–1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss the ups and downs of her journey to answer God's call to become a Carmelite nun.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

11-15
49:26

Episode 57: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity—Birth and Childhood

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (1880-1906) is a mystic for our times with a profound spirituality rooted in the indwelling of the Trinity. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss her family, childhood, and personality, which were significant in her path to sanctity.For more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

11-08
52:20

Episode 56: The Living Flame of Love - Stanza 4

The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss Stanza 4 in which St. John describes how we participate in the life of the Holy Trinity.You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

08-07
40:47

Episode 55: The Living Flame of Love - Stanza 3, Part 2

The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we discuss the second half of Stanza 3 in which St. John describes the three blind guides that can lead us astray in our spiritual lives.You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

07-31
36:11

Episode 54: The Living Flame of Love - Stanza 3, Part 1

"O lamps of fire! in whose splendors the deep caverns of feeling..."The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we dive into the first half of Stanza 3 which describes how the soul's faculties of intellect, memory, and will are transformed to be united to God .You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

07-24
47:25

Episode 53: The Living Flame of Love - Stanza 2, Part 2

"...that tastes of eternal life and pays every debt! In killing you changed death to life."The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we dive into the second half of Stanza 2 which describes how the wounds of God's love transform us.You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

07-17
47:06

Episode 52: The Living Flame of Love - Stanza 2, Part 1

"O sweet cautery, O delightful wound! O gentle hand! O delicate touch that tastes of eternal life and pays every debt! In killing you changed death to life."The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we dive into Stanza 1 which describes how the Trinity brings about this union with God.You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

07-10
36:26

Episode 51: The Living Flame of Love - Stanza 1

"O living flame of love that tenderly wounds my soul in its deepest center! Since now you are not oppressive, now consummate! if it be your will: tear through the veil of this sweet encounter!"The Living Flame of Love by St. John of the Cross tells of the union of the soul with God through love. In this episode of CarmelCast, we dive into Stanza 1 which describes how the Trinity brings about this union with God.You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

07-03
44:09

Episode 50: The Living Flame of Love - Introduction and Prologue

Join us over the next 7 weeks as we dive into this spiritual masterpiece of St. John of the Cross and learn how we too can be completely united to God through love.You can purchase your copy of our brand new study edition here: https://www.icspublications.org/products/the-living-flame-of-love-study-editionClick here to download the reading plan for the book study: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1501/1742/files/Living_Flame_Reading_Guide.pdfFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  Contact us with comments, questions, and suggestions at carmelcast@icspublications.org

06-26
38:38

Episode 48: St. Thérèse's Last Conversations

In preparation for the celebration of the 150th birthday of St. Thérèse on January 2, 2023, Fr. Pier Giorgio and Fr. Michael-Joseph discuss her Last Conversations and what they reveal about St. Thérèse's spirituality.Save 40% on all in-stock books about St. Thérèse by using the promo code "CarmelCast" at www.icspublication.orgFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

12-26
40:38

Episode 47: St. Thérèse's Prayers

In preparation for the celebration of the 150th birthday of St. Thérèse on January 2, 2023, Fr. Daniel Chowning discusses her Prayers and what they reveal about St. Thérèse's spirituality.Save 40% on all in-stock books about St. Thérèse by using the promo code "CarmelCast" at www.icspublication.orgFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

12-19
32:34

Episode 46: St. Thérèse's Plays

In preparation for the celebration of the 150th birthday of St. Thérèse on January 2, 2023, Fr. Michael-Joseph of St. Thérèse discusses her Plays and what they reveal about St. Thérèse's spirituality.Save 40% on all in-stock books about St. Thérèse by using the promo code "CarmelCast" at www.icspublication.orgFor more information:http://www.icspublications.orghttp://www.discalcedcarmel.orghttp://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

12-11
27:12

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