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A reflection on Easter

A reflection on Easter

The ultimate among Solemnities, the greatest among Feasts – Easter is the day we celebrate the crowning, central truth of our faith in Jesus Christ.

A Valentine from Saint John of the Cross

A Valentine from Saint John of the Cross

What then can be more complete than the most perfect degree of perfection obtainable in this life? Perhaps St. Teresa of Avilla stated it best when she said, “I die because I do not die”.

Religious Life Article

Religious Life Article

Mother Maria Luisa Josefa of the Most Blessed Sacrament, affectionately known as Mother Luisita, was one of the women who recognized the dangers and sought to preserve the precious vocations entrusted to her by God by coming to America.

Remembering St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus

Remembering St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus

Most people who know of St. Therese, “The Little Flower,” are acquainted with the popular image of a young Carmelite nun, standing bathed in a heavenly light, with a serene smile, holding a crucifix surrounded by cascading roses.

His Power

His Power

Religious life is a supernatural life of faith that is expressed in the very real, very concrete details of daily life. Learning all the customs and procedures, the hows and whens of accomplishing even the simplest tasks in a new way, can feel daunting.