In Baptism we
are called to
follow Christ.
Each year we 
renew our promises 
at Easter.

 This is our 
Christian vocation. 
Consecrated Life 
is a deepening 
of our 
Baptismal Promises. 
 The Vows bear
witness to the world 
that the 
Kingdom of God
is present among us 
even now.

 

There is no type of person who is called to Carmel and each one's story is unique. Often however, the who is greeted by "You?!" when telling friends and relatives of our decision. God has a great sense of humor!

While there is no type, there is one common factor. . .each person has been siezed by God. Seized is a strong word, yet it graphically depicts what happens when we have been grasped by Christ. God freely gives this gift and, in order to be true to ourselves, the only free response we can give is the total gift of ourselves.

We are here because no other life would make sense for us. We are seized and our love is transformed into service for the Kingdom of God. Every Carmelite resonates with the words of our spiritual father, the prophet Elijah, when he declares, With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts!

 

PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS

Heavenly Father,
you renew the Church
in every age by
raising up religious women
to bear witness to you.

Fill the hearts of young women
with a spirit of courage and love,
and enliven in them
an awareness of their vocation
that they may hear your call.

 May those you have
chosen to serve you
provide by their way of life
a convincing sign
of your kingdom
for the Church
and the whole world.