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El proceso de transformación de la persona puede realizarse de diferentes maneras, a través del descubrimiento de la fuerza personal, del propio fracaso imprevisto o al experimentar nuestra condición pecadora. La llamada al Carmelo es un camino de “fe pura, desnuda, obscura”, y los carmelitas, como personas de fe, responden a estas experiencias y las integran en la vida adulta, describiéndolas ya sea como un desarrollo natural o como un sorprendente evento de gracia. Por tanto, la atención al propio desarrollo humano a lo largo del recorrido de la vida como carmelita, es un elemento fundamental de la formación permanente en el Carmelo. El crecimiento y la transformación son considerados en términos de etapas de maduración del carmelita respecto a:
– su identidad como persona y como llamada a vivir la vida en “obsequio de Jesucristo”, progresando en la dimensión contemplativa de la vida;
– la capacidad de amar y donarse en el contexto de la vida comunitaria;
– la capacidad de una dedicación pastoral responsable, manifestada en el “servicio en medio del pueblo”.El proceso de transformación de la persona puede realizarse de diferentes maneras, a través del descubrimiento de la fuerza personal, del propio fracaso imprevisto o al experimentar nuestra condición pecadora. La llamada al Carmelo es un camino de “fe pura, desnuda, obscura”, y los carmelitas, como personas de fe, responden a estas experiencias y las integran en la vida adulta, describiéndolas ya sea como un desarrollo natural o como un sorprendente evento de gracia. Por tanto, la atención al propio desarrollo humano a lo largo del recorrido de la vida como carmelita, es un elemento fundamental de la formación permanente en el Carmelo. El crecimiento y la transformación son considerados en términos de etapas de maduración del carmelita respecto a:
– su identidad como persona y como llamada a vivir la vida en “obsequio de Jesucristo”, progresando en la dimensión contemplativa de la vida;
– la capacidad de amar y donarse en el contexto de la vida comunitaria;
– la capacidad de una dedicación pastoral responsable, manifestada en el “servicio en medio del pueblo”.(RIVC 10)
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Our transformational process can come about in different ways, by the discovery of personal strength and by a person’s unanticipated failure or as the experience of one’s own sinfulness. The call to Carmel is a journey of “pure, naked, dark faith,” and Carmelites as people of faith respond to and integrate these experiences into their adult lives, describing them as both a natural development and a surprisingly grace-filled event. Thus, attentiveness to one’s human development throughout one’s life as a Carmelite is fundamental to ongoing formation in Carmel. Religious growth and transformation is seen in terms of a Carmelite’s maturing sense of:
– identity as a person and as one called to live a “a life in allegiance to Jesus Christ,” growing in the contemplative dimension of one’s life;
– the ability to love and give of oneself in the context of community living;
– the capacity for responsible care and stewardship, expressed in “service in the midst of the people.”(RIVC 10)
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Over the years, the members of the JPIC Commissions have been drawn from the different groups within the Family. This handbook, addressed to the whole Carmelite Family, results from the reflections and work of those members. I suggest that this inclusive approach might be beneficial both to the ongoing development of our theoretical reflection and to our praxis in the area of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation. It is likely that different approaches or emphases will emerge from this shared reflection. -
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The Carmelite Jan Pascha’s handwritten manuscript The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Hierusalem (c. 1530) was rescued from oblivion by its original publication in Flemish (1563) by Peter Calentijn of Louvain, chaplain of its large Benguinage, and with the support of Katherine Brussaert, the Abbess of the monastery of Binderen in Helmont. Soon afterwards, also at Louvain, Jan Pascha’s spiritual masterpiece was translated and prayerfully adapted into its French editions (1566/1576) by the renowned scripture scholar Nicolas de Leuze à Fraxinis, who had edited the (Vulgate) French Louvain Bible (1552) with his assistant Francois de Larben. In turn, John Heigham, from his exile in Douai as an English recusant, translated and published Pascha’s Spiritual Pilgrimage for his English Counter-Reformation audience (1604-1605). With the present transliteration, annotation, and introduction by Dr. Edward J. Clemmer, Jan Pascha’s profound 16th-Century contemplation as interpreted by John Heigham is made accessible and intelligible to all for contemporary spiritual reflection and analysis.
American-born (1948) Dr. Edward J. Clemmer is a married dual-citizen living in Malta since 1992. He completed his Ph.D. in Psychology (1975) under a Jesuit mentor at Saint Louis University. After twenty years (1996), he retired” from university teaching, but still retains his psychological interests in language performance as a Founding Member Emeritus of the Association for Psychological Science. In retirement, Dr. Clemmer published his spiritual journey, Gospel (on the Road to) Emmaus, Vol. 1 & 2 (2011). Then, in 2012, he discovered the Carmelite Priory Mdina, Malta. Presently, Dr. Clemmer is taking a M.A. in Spirituality at the University of Malta, where he is writing his dissertation (2017) on Julian of Norwich.
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Fr. Redemptus Valabek, O. Carm. continues his reflections from the first volume, this time considering the impact of Vatican II on Carmelite life. These essays include reflections on the first general chapter after the close of the Council, and the identity and direction of the third order, as well as theological commentaries on various themes, such as the cross and reconciliation, communication, and liturgy.
Carmelites contribution during the Second Vatican Council. The books that we have the pleasure to offer you, are representative of the topics covered by the Second Vatican Council, where the Carmelites have participated in several sessions.
“In these articles, P. Redemptus touches a wide range of issues and questions …. The author describes some of the most interesting moments of the history of the 20th century, from a series of sessions of the Second Vatican Council II and debates held on important issues both within the Council room and beyond.” Fernando Millán Romeral, O.Carm. Prior General
Tags : Carmelites and the Council, Christian prayer, Language of the Liturgy, The Laity, Religious Liberty, Sacraments, The Saints, Christ the Saviour, Fraternity, Authority is Service, Life and the Ecumenical movement, Use of Silence, Mary’s place in Carmel, The Vows, All Christians are Priests, The Heart of Liturgy.Contents:
The Saints after the Council
Meeting Christ in the Sacraments
Jesus Christ, the One and Only
Salvation History – Then and Now
The Carmelite General Chapter, 1971
The Abiding Cross of Christ
Words vs. Life
Making Liturgical Prayer Personal
Challenge for the Carmelite Third Order – Commentary on the Third Order Rule
Faithful and loving servants
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This book offers a collection of essays by Fr. Redemptus Valabek, O. Carm., that were originally printed in Carmel in the World. They offer perspectives on various topics as they relate to both the experience and doctrine of Vatican II and the Carmelite perspective. It is a wonderful source of historical, theological, and spiritual reflection.
Carmelites contribution during the Second Vatican Council. The book that we have the pleasure to offer you, are representative of the topics covered by the Second Vatican Council, where the Carmelites have participated in several sessions.
“In these articles, P. Redemptus touches a wide range of issues and questions …. The author describes some of the most interesting moments of the history of the 20th century, from a series of sessions of the Second Vatican Council II and debates held on important issues both within the Council room and beyond.” Fernando Millán Romeral, O.Carm. Prior General
Tags : Carmelites and the Council, Christian prayer, Language of the Liturgy, The Laity, Religious Liberty, Sacraments, The Saints, Christ the Saviour, Fraternity, Authority is Service, Life and the Ecumenical movement, Use of Silence, Mary’s place in Carmel, The Vows, All Christians are Priests, The Heart of Liturgy.Contents:
FERNANDO MILLÁN ROMERAL – A witness to the Council and to the evolution of the Order and the Church in the 20th century
The Unity of Prayer Life
Resurrecting Easter
The Bishops look at the Liturgy
The Searching Church
AWorld to be Loved
Move towards Modernity
Brotherly Love
Tottering Clericalism
Preview of the Last Session
Poverty at the Council
To encounter Christ
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La Regola del Carmelo prescrive: “Rimanga ognuno nella propria cella, o vicino ad essa, meditando giorno e notte la legge del Signore e vigilando in preghiera, a meno che non debba dedicarsi ad altri giustificati impegni”. Vigilare in preghiera con Cristo è l’apostolo principale, anche se non esclusivo, del Carmelo. In questi brevi appunti storici, chiari e impegnativi, P. Valabek riporta all’attenzione su testi o personaggi che hanno giocato un ruolo significativo nella formazione spirituale dei Carmelitani, facendo conoscere così le linee principali della ricca tradizione di preghiera del Carmelo.
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This small volume richly documents the events that took place surrounding and including the beatification of Blessed Titus Brandsma, O. Carm. on November 3, 1985. In addition to the liturgy itself, the volume also describes the people present and the actions that took place. Also included are the various homilies given to celebrate the occasion, as well as essays, poetry and music dedicated to Titus’ honor.
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Historian Joachim Smet, O. Carm. offers a glimpse into Carmelite women’s monastic life that spans centuries and continents. Beginning with the affiliation of various individuals and groups, his book takes the reader on a journey through the formation of the first formal monasteries to the successes and struggles of subsequent groups, to the founding of other monasteries beyond European boundaries. Photographs and references complete his account of these cloistered members of the Carmelite family. (Second printing: 2011)
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This fourth and final volume by Fr. Redemptus Valabek, O. Carm. recounts the stories of eleven European Carmelites, including St. Edith Stein, OCD, St. George Preca, and Margaret of the Eucharist, TOC, and highlights their contribution to both the Order and the Church. The volume concludes with dedication to Fr. Valabek, who died in 2003.
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The Carmelite background of St. John of the Cross is examined in this work by historian Balbino Velasco, O. Carm. He proposes that his formation as John of St. Matthias, a little studied aspect of the saint’s life, was as much a contributing factor to his eventual participation in the Teresian reform. Translated by Joseph Chalmers, O. Carm. from the original Spanish with a helpful glossary of terms. – Translated by Joseph Chalmers, O.Carm.
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Elements of the Carmelite tradition provide the basis for developing a contemplative prayer stance in today’s world. This book, composed of talks given by Joseph Chalmers, O. Carm. to various audiences, provides thoughts for reflection and practical advice for confronting the challenges of prayer and “reading the signs of the times” through a Carmelite lens of hope, faith and love.
Tags: Contemplation, Carmelite Rule, Light in the Darkness, St Thérèse of Liseaux, Obedience, The Scapular, Mendicant, Meditation, Carmelite Prayer, Vocations, Spirituality, Formation, Justice and Peace. Mission, Into the Castel, Prophet, Devotion.
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