A viral and emotional video of how the Carmelite nuns receive a sister joining their enclosed monastic life. The Carmelite order traces its origin to the 12th century on Mount Carmel, following the footsteps of the prophet Elijah. Carmelite nuns live in monasteries and are secluded from people. Once you enter the monastery's door, you have entered a different world. You will literally leave father, mother, sister, brother, and in fact your own very self to dedicate your entire life to prayers, s

July 17 Feast of the Carmelite Martyrs On July 17, 1794, sixteen Discalced Carmelite nuns, lay sisters, and externs from the Carmel of Compiègne, France, faced the guillotine at the Place de la Nation in Paris, marking a profound moment of courage during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. Known as the Martyrs of Compiègne, these women—led by their prioress, Mother Teresa of St. Augustine—were executed for their unwavering Catholic faith and refusal to abandon their religious vows in the fa

1.1K views · 86 reactions | As we commemorate Saint Teresa of Avila's great devotion to God and to the Carmelite Order, let us take you to get a glimpse into the cloistered life of the Carmelite sisters. They don’t view themselves as living in isolation - they are a community. Wouldn’t it be nice if we all could be so similarly at peace in our wider communities. | Archdiocese of Brisbane | Facebook