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Historic First Carmelite Monastery TLM

By now readers do, indeed, know that Mother Prioress consented to Father’s request to celebrate the Tridentine Mass in their chapel. When I got to the “turn”, the Sister who answered was quite surprised by the nature of my message.  … Continue reading

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Historic Carmel TLM, Duncan Stroik Connection

As readers of this blog had noticed, we posted a flier put out by the Carmelite Sisters of Traverse City announcing a tour of their renovated chapel for July 27.   It was publicized that none other than the renown architect … Continue reading

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Like Night and Day – Rio vs. Traverse City

God  has spared me the night of the long blogs.  We had no access to the internet during our stay in Michigan, and though available, I did not watch T.V.   It was only yesterday that I caught up with the … Continue reading

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Traverse City Carmel TLM

We have returned from our trip with quite a story to tell! We assisted at the historic, first-ever, publicly celebrated TLM in the newly renovated chapel of the Traverse City Carmelite monastery.  Give me a day or so to organize … Continue reading

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Works of Art for the Service of God

We will not be posting again until early August.  It’s time to spend a little time outdoors and away from civilization – as far as that is possible, anyway In the meantime enjoy viewing these beautiful works of art: Above … Continue reading

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Duncan Stroik Tour of Carmelite Chapel

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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Do You Enjoy the Predilection of Our Lady?

Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel – The object of the feast is the special predilection of Mary for those who profess themselves her servants by wearing her scapular. From the Catholic Encyclopedia: This feast was instituted by the … Continue reading

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Biggest Scandal to Hit the Church!!

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Special Report Coming from Rome Today

I don’t know what to make of this.  We live in strange times filled with so much uncertainty! Note of June 26: It is being said that the calling together of the Cardinals has to do with the corruption associated … Continue reading

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Lace Patterns for Altar Cloth

The pattern is now available. Clicking on the link  will take you to a page with a free pattern for a lovely crochet edging. (Not the one shown above, though.) +++++++++ I’ve noticed that many people are finding themselves here … Continue reading

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