Novena to Saint Teresa of Avila: 2018
This year our Fall novena will focus on St. Teresa of Jesus. Each night during the novena we will reflect on one or more topics related to St. Teresa’s writings. Our guide will be Emiel Albalahin, O.Carm.
Community Announcements
Here you'll find information about events specific to our local community (Our Lady of Mercy) and details about events for the Bay Area Region and our Province (the Most Pure Heart of Mary). See the News section for events sponsored by the Order around the world.
Community News, August 2018
Read the news from our August 2018 community meeting. Of special note is a reflection on the Feast of the Transverberation of the Heart of St. Teresa of Avila. Ongoing formation homework and details about the next community meeting are also included.
Community News, July 2018
Read the news from our July 2018 community meeting. Of special note are a recent letter from our Prior General, reflections on the recent Regional Spring Day of Recollection and the upcoming Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Ongoing formation homework is also included.
Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel: 2018
2018 Novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel. This year our reflections for this beautiful feast will focus on intimacy with God. Each night during the novena we will reflect on one or more aspects of this topic as we honor Mary and seek her guidance along our Carmelite journey. Read the full article for details about the schedule — including dates, times, and locations — for the 2018 novena at Holy Spirit Church.