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Duncan Stroik Tour of Carmelite Chapel

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Fiat

The Sisters of the Carmel of the Infant of Prague invite all readers to a tour of their newly renovated chapel.  Their monastery was founded by Mother Teresa Margaret, the last Sister to have completed her novitiate under the great … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Mother Mary Elias, Mexican Carmelite

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Fiat

A small portion of the brief history of the Traverse City foundation of Carmel as written in their flyer publicizing the upcoming renovations: ”Courageous women brought the Carmelite Reform [from Spain] to Mexico in the 1600’s.  Seven U. S. Carmels … Continue reading →

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Letter of Appeal from Bishop Hebda for the Cloistered Carmelites

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Fiat

I recently received a copy of the letter in which the bishop appeals to the generosity of the faithful to help these good Sisters with monetary donations in order to bring their chapel in line with the Holy Father’s more … Continue reading →

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Forthcoming Duncan Stroik Renovation

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Fiat

In this recent photo, you see the chapel of the Carmelite Monastery of Traverse City, Michigan.  Duncan Stroik has been commissioned to do the renovation.  I thought it would be fun to do a before and after.  But you will … Continue reading →

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