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The history of the Order of Carmel overflows with the presence of the Virgin Mary. It began with the presence of the Virgin Mary. It began on Mount Carmel where the first hermits dedicated to her a little chapel. (Const. 3:54)
By choosing the Blessed Virgin Mary as Mother and Patroness, the Carmelite Order places itself under her protection, and it takes the mystery of her life and her union with Christ as its ideal model of consecration. (Const 1:2)
Mary's presence among her daughters and sisters pervades the entire Carmelite vocation. It imparts a special Marian tone to their contemplation, sisterhood, evangelical self-denial, and apostolic spirit. (Const. 3:53) |
If you are:
~ in good physical and mental health
~ between the ages of 18 - 35
~ have a desire to belong wholly to Jesus
in the hidden life of the cloister
~ and to serve the Church by a life of prayer
and sacrifice |
For more information, you may contact:
(for vocation inquiries only)
(616) 691-7625
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Our Monastery is located about 20 miles northeast of Grand Rapids, Michigan in a small rural area called Parnell. We are just west of the historic St. Patrick's Church with its tall steeple, which we can see illuminated at night from our monastery. | |
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