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Challenges of the golden years
Mother Luisita, who suffered many physical and spiritual trials throughout her entire adult life, always placed her trust and confidence in the Sacred Heart of Jesus and accepted the challenges as part of her own ‘walk with Jesus’.
Peace of Soul
“Peace of soul is our life; without it we cannot say we are truly living.” These words from Mother Luisita tell us that regardless of the pressures on us, we must guard our peace of soul at all costs.
The Fatima Prayers
The angel spoke: “Do not be afraid! I am the Angel of Peace. Pray with me.”
Kneeling on the ground, he bowed down until his forehead reached the ground. The children did the same. Then he led them in this prayer three times…
The Miracle at Santa Teresita
When asked why this miracle occurred, Father Parrish gave a two-fold response: “First of all, because I believe God wanted it because He willed to have Blessed Claude de la Colombiere declared a saint. But, most especially, to give an impetus to the devotion to the Sacred Heart.”
Venerable Mother Luisita – Why She Matters
She provides confident reassurance for our lives: “Between Jesus and the soul there flows a current no one can see and a dialogue that no one hears. Form a rich and beautiful tabernacle for our Lord within your heart and then do not let Him go. In that way, you will always have Him within you…”
Practical Tips | Getting to Know Jesus
Life is full of new beginnings. This begins in the family by getting to know all the ins and outs of daily life. Our spiritual life has new beginnings as well. Each day we grow more and more in our knowledge and love of God.
Children Are Our Favorite Things
Each blessed child of our families is precious, unique and unrepeatable and needs a special approach in their formation. Prayer to Mother Luisita will assist parents in discerning just the right approach for each child.
A Family of Vocations
As we celebrate National Vocation Awareness Week, we are reminded of this year’s theme, “Family Created for Love.” We are privileged to have such a family right here in our Carmel! The seed of vocations start in the home and the divine Gardener found fertile soil in...
God’s Grace | Wind Beneath Our Wings
By Sister Carmelina “I can fly higher than an eagle, for you are the wind beneath my wings.” The pain and disappointment of being childless can only be understood by those who have suffered this sadness. Mother Luisita is one who can relate to this sorrow since she...
Practical Tips for Family: Words of Wisdom
Sister Jeannine Marie, O.C.D. Many of you, I am sure, have sat patiently and listened to the flight attendants give you all the safety tips before your flight. "Please adjust your own mask before helping other's with theirs." Family life is filled with practical tips...