Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
On this day for the last time in the cycle of the liturgical year, the Church invites us to contemplate the mystery of Jesus’ humble, hidden life.
Glory to God
What is the primary end of the Incarnation, God becoming human?
The Nativity of Our Lord: Christmas Day! The Savior has Appeared
What do St. Alphonsus, St. Bonaventure, St. Catherine of Siena all have to say about the Nativity of Our Lord and Savior? Find out when Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen reflects on the Day Jesus Christ was born for us, an excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
The Great Mystery is Accomplished
“Of all the works done by God in time and outside of Himself, the redemptive Incarnation of the Word is the greatest.” -Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen
Interior Silence
What constitutes interior silence? And just how important is it?
Seeking God in Our Daily Duties
How important are our usual daily duties and obligations? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen explains in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Solemnity)
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is in perfect harmony with the spirit of Advent; while the soul is preparing for the coming of the Redeemer, it is fitting to think of her, the all-pure one, who was His Mother.
Sanctity and My Duties
Can we find holiness in our day-to-day duties, even if they are not religious ones?
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King of the Universe
In what way is Christ the King? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects on the last Solemnity and Sunday of the Church’s liturgical year, in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.