July: Dedicated to the Precious Blood of Jesus
By Maureen William OCDS, Christchurch President Welcome Dear brothers and sisters in Carmel, Hope you are keeping warm and dry in this rather cold weather. Congratulations to Marian Fallon as she moves forward in her Carmelite journey. May God’s abundant blessings be upon her as she makes her Definitive Promise on the 3rd of July. […]
June: Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Our sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with our dear Carmelite Sisters as they mourn for their beloved Sr Mary Teresa of St Augustine who passed away on 12th May.
May: Dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary
I am pleased to announce that our monthly meetings as of 1st May (Sunday) shall be held at the Carmelite Monastery once again. Thank you, dear Sisters, for making it possible for us to be back.
Through Lent to Easter in the Spirit of Carmel
Auckland Holy Family Community are proud to release our first newsletter for the Carmel OCDS Website!
April: Dedicated to the Blessed Sacrament
We are halfway through Lent; mid-way through our special time of prayer, fasting and alms-giving; an appropriate time indeed to pray for those in need of our prayers.
Prayer of St Teresa of Jesus
Lord,
Thou knowest better than I myself
that I am growing older and will someday be old.
Keep me from the fatal habit of thinking
I must say something on every subject and on every occasion.
March: Dedicated to St Joseph
Husband of Mary, Patron of Carmel, Feast Day: 19 March.
February: Dedicated to the Holy Family
Welcome back! I do hope all of you had a good break and a real rest – having celebrated a Spirit-filled Christmas with family and loved ones – and look forward to a blessed, happy and healthy 2022.
December: Dedicated to the Immaculate Conception
Advent is upon us now. May we prepare well for Our Lord’s coming – ever focused on Him amidst our busy-ness. May Jesus Christ, the birthday baby, be the centre of our Christmas preparations.
November: Dedicated to the Holy Souls
November – dedicated to the holy souls. We pray for our deceased family members, friends, loved ones and especially for those who don’t have anyone to pray for them. May God bring the dead into His light and comfort them with His presence.