Bede . 10/10/26 Bede . 10/10/26

Our Statue Blessing, a Time of Joy

Our statue blessing on September 27 was both solemn and festive, with a spirit joy prevailing.

Bede . 10/10/26 Bede . 10/10/26

10 Tips on Prayer From St. Teresa of Avila

Pope St. Paul VI proclaimed our Holy Mother Saint Teresa of Avila as the Doctor of Prayer. This article reviews some of her best advice on this most important skill.

Bede . 9/25/26 Bede . 9/25/26

The Art of Remembering God in Daily Life

To remember God always as we walk through each day is the height of virtue. This article looks at ways to remain in a state of remembrance.

Bede . 9/25/26 Bede . 9/25/26

Construction Update: New Mosaics Installed

We finished installing our beautiful new mosaics.

Bede . 9/13/26 Bede . 9/13/26

Invitation to the Blessing of Our Statues

We invite you to join us for the blessing of our new statues on September 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

Bede . 9/1/26 Bede . 9/1/26

The Installation of Our New Statues

This newsletter recounts the story of our new statues.

Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 8/14/26 Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 8/14/26

Construction Update - August 14 2026

Interior work progresses with drywall and wallboard installation.

Bede . 8/12/26 Bede . 8/12/26

5 Encounters With Solitude in the Life of St. John of the Cross

St. John of the Cross (1542-1591) was an outstanding proponent of solitude.

Bede . 8/1/26 Bede . 8/1/26

St. Joseph and the Virtue of Constancy

We have great need of constancy amid the ebb and flow of life. St. Joseph shows us how to gain it.

Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 7/31/26 Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 7/31/26

Construction Update - July 31, 2026

The shingles, gutters, and brick work are nearly complete.

Bede . 7/17/26 Bede . 7/17/26

Our Black Currant Harvest

Black currants may be the most nutritious fruit on Earth. This article reveals many interesting facts including their spiritual significance.

Bede . 7/12/26 Bede . 7/12/26

A Visit From our Prior General (with photos)

Our dear Prior General visited our community and we held our first Canonical Election.

Peter 12/11/25 Peter 12/11/25

"Give Thanks!"

Br. Charles of Mary, Star of the Sea professes final vows. It was a milestone in an interesting life.

Peter 11/6/25 Peter 11/6/25

“A Moment of Blessing”

Archbishop Bernard Hebda blessed the cornerstone of our new chapel.

Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 5/13/25 Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 5/13/25

Construction Update - May 14, 2025

Peter 3/5/25 Peter 3/5/25

Christ is Mine and All for Me

Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 3/5/25 Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 3/5/25

Construction Update - March 4, 2025

Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 2/1/25 Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 2/1/25

Construction Update - February 1, 2025

Peter 10/31/24 Peter 10/31/24

In Silence You Will Find God

Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 10/31/24 Rev. Elijah Schwab, O.Carm. 10/31/24

Construction Update - October 31, 2024