Both Mary and Thérèse lived lives deeply centered on Scripture, not merely as a text to study but as a living encounter with Jesus Christ. Discover how their prayerful pondering of the Word invites us into deeper intimacy with God, both in the liturgy and personal prayer. This Advent, let their example inspire you to hear God’s voice in Scripture and respond with your whole heart.


This video is for the fourth week of Advent and accompanies an online retreat:
http://www.retreat-online.karmel.at

Presenter: Br. Vladimir Guadalupe, O.C.D.
Voiceover for St. Therese: Emma Self

Learn more about the Basilica of the Little Flower mentioned in today's video: http://www.LittleFlowerBasilica.org

St. Thérèse of Lisieux’s life reminds us that everything is grace, even in moments of suffering or deprivation. Her profound Eucharistic spirituality teaches us how to trust in God’s love, offering our lives to Him with confidence and humility. As we journey through Advent, her “Little Way” inspires us to await Christ’s coming with hope, knowing that His grace transforms all things. At Christmas, we celebrate the ultimate gift of grace: God made flesh, dwelling among us.

This video is for the third week of Advent and accompanies an online retreat:
http://www.retreat-online.karmel.at

Presenter: Br. Isaiah of the Holy Face, O.C.D.
Voiceover for St. Therese: Emma Self

St. Thérèse of Lisieux exemplifies profound confidence in God’s merciful love, illustrated through her metaphor of the little bird. This imagery highlights her humility in recognizing spiritual poverty and her bold trust in God’s strength rather than personal efforts. Her example demonstrates that confidence in God is accessible to all, as it rests entirely on His goodness, not human perfection. Through the bird’s gaze fixed on the Divine Sun, she reveals a spirituality centered on God’s love and the hope of being lifted to holiness by His grace. Rooted in Advent’s themes of waiting and trusting in God’s promises, her life inspires a deeper awareness of the need for Christmas. 


This video is for the second week of Advent and accompanies an online retreat:
http://www.retreat-online.karmel.at

Presenter: Br. John-Magdalene, O.C.D.
Voiceover for St. Therese: Emma Self

Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus exemplified spiritual childhood, but its ultimate model is Christ Himself, who eternally receives everything from the Father. This filial receptivity is the essence of Christian prayer, as seen in Christ’s relationship with the Father and reflected in contemplative prayer, which St. John of the Cross describes as pure receptivity. Thérèse lived this deeply, seeing prayer as a heartfelt aspiration, even amid dryness, and trusting God’s guidance in her daily life. Her spiritual path mirrors Christ’s, who always turned to the Father, doing only what He saw the Father doing (John 5:19).

This video is for the first week of Advent and accompanies an online retreat:
http://www.retreat-online.karmel.at

St. Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face will help us prepare for Christmas
Presenter: Br. Nathanael of Jesus, O.C.D.

This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we discuss the legacy of St. Teresa passed down to us through her spiritual works.

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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

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This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we are joined by Fr. Celedonio Martinez, OCD to discuss the passion and genius of St. Teresa in her challenging adventures founding monasteries throughout Spain.

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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

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This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we are joined by Fr. Steven Payne, OCD to discuss the foundations of the first Discalced Carmelite nuns and friars.

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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

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This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we are joined by Fr. Mark O'Keefe, OSB to discuss mystical experiences and spiritual direction in the life of St. Teresa.

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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

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This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we are joined by Fr. Daniel Chowning, OCD to discuss the importance of conversion in the life of St. Teresa.

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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

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This season of CarmelCast explores the life of St. Teresa of Avila, foundress of the Discalced Carmelites and Doctor of the Church. In this episode, we are joined by Fr. Marc Foley, OCD to discuss a period of 18 years in which St. Teresa struggled with physical illness, worldly attachments, and difficulties in prayer.

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http://www.discalcedcarmel.org
http://ocdfriarsvocation.org  

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