Carmelite Conversations
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May 13, 2013
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May 06, 2013
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April 29, 2013
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April 22, 2013
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April 1, 2013
In this particular program Mark and Frances discuss the simply yet remarkable life of a Secular Carmelite from Spain named Josefa Naval Girbes who lived from 1820 – 1893. Blessed Josefa lived a perfectly simple life, opening her home as a school for embroidery. She used the quiet hours of labor to instruct her young [...]
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March 18, 2013
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March 11, 2013
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February 25, 2013
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February 11, 2013
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February 4, 2013
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January 21, 2013
During this conversation Frances Harry interviews Mark Olson, a member of the Dayton community of the Secular Order of Discaled Carmelites. This program in a continuation of the conversation on the article written by respected scholar and Carmelite Priest, Father Ernest Larkin, on St. Teresa of Avila on Prayer. Here Frances and Mark explore the [...]
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January 14, 2013
In this program Mark and Frances begin a series on the writings of Carmelite Priest and scholar Ernest Larkin. Father Larkin was a highly respected scholar in the field of contemplative prayer, the interior life, and most especially Carmelite spirituality. This particular conversation is a review of a very important article Fr. Larkin wrote about [...]
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November 19, 2012
During this program Mark and Frances complete the series of conversations on a work about the last months of the life of St. Therese of Lisieux, entitled, “Last Conversations.” This remarkable work, a true gift to the whole Church, is not as well known as St. Therese’s autobiography “Story of a Soul,” but none-the-less, offers [...]
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November 12, 2012
In this program Frances Harry continues a discussion on St. Therese of Lisieux’s “Last Conversations.” This particular week she is joined by Colleen Sollinger, who is a member of the Dayton Community of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. Colleen, who herself has a great devotion to St. Therese, and has visited her childhood home, [...]
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November 05, 2012
This program is a conversation between Frances Harry and Lynn Bete. Lynn is a member of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites in Dayton OH. Lynn and Frances share their perspectives in insights on a wonderful work about the life of St. Therese of Lisieux, in a book entitled “Last Conversations.” This work, which is [...]
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October 22, 2012 – the “Last Conversations” of St...
In this program, Mark and Frances will begin a series on the “Last Conversations” of St Therese of Lisieux. This is a collection of the statements and brief writings from her last months on earth. These reflections are very rich in spiritual depth and insight. St Therese seemed to want to impart the most important [...]
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September 24, 2012 – St. Teresa of the Andes part 3
During this program Mark and Frances delve into the ‘Spiritual Diary’ which St. Teresa of the Andes kept from the age of 16. Along with her letters, this Diary represents the clearest picture we have of this young Saints interior life. It reveals both the great graces the Lord bestowed on her, but also the [...]
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September 17, 2012 – St. Teresa of the Andes part 2
This particular program is the second in the series on St. Teresa of the Andes. During this conversation, Mark and Frances explore what it was that made this young Chilean Carmelite so significant so quickly. They discuss some of the miracles associated with her and also spectacular events that began to happen right after her [...]
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September 10, 2012 – St. Teresa of the Andes
This particular program is a conversation on one of the lesser known, but very important Carmelite Saints, St. Teresa of the Andes. In this conversation Mark and Frances discuss the earthly life of this wonderful Saint. St. Teresa of the Andes, who died in 1919 at the age of 19, is a model for young [...]
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September 3, 2012 – Praying without Ceasing
In this program, Mark and Frances discuss the prayer fo the Church, or the Liturgy of the Hours. They discuss a little about the history of the prayer, the different elements of the prayer, how it is prayed by the entire Church and some of the benefits of praying this prayer. They cover some of [...]
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August 27, 2012 – Frances Harry
This particular program is dedicated to Frances Harry’s recent trip to the Annual Carmelite Congress, held just outside of Boston. Frances discusses the them of the Congress, which was, “Do Whatever He Tells You.” She provides a synopsis of some of the major presenters including Fr. Calloway, who escaped a childhood of drugs and anger, [...]
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August 20, 2012 – Marika Zimmerman
During this program Mark interviews Marika Zimmerman, a member of the Secular Order of Carmel in Dayton, Ohio. Marika is preparing to make her temporary promise this year. Mark explores with her the details of her Catholic upbringing, what brought her to Carmel and a discussion about some of her favorite Saints. They also discuss [...]
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August 13, 2012
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August 3, 2012 – Mary in the life of St Raphael...
On this program Mark and Frances speak again about the importance of Mary in the life of St Raphael Kalinowski. They also discuss the role he played in helping to bring unity between the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox churches. Finally, they discuss how St. Kalinowski was actually a forerunner for the teachings [...]
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July 30, 2012 – Staint Raphael Kalinowski
On this program Mark and Frances speak about the great Ploish Staint Raphael Kalinowski. St. Kalinowski was the boyhood hero of Pope John Paul II. He is noted primarily for his teaching on prayer and the need to find solitude in order to deepen our prayer life. St. Kalnowski spent 10 years in Siberia, as [...]
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July 23, 2012
On this program Mark and Frances speak about the great prophet Elijah. Elijah is identified as the Father of the Order of Carmel. They discuss how Elijah’s life and message serve as the perfect model of the Carmelite life and charism. They also discuss the importance of silence, living the interior life and how even [...]
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July 2, 2012 – Spiritual Direction
“In this particular program, Mark and Frances explore the nature of Spiritual Direction and its importance in helping one achieve holiness. They first discuss the objectives of Spiritual Direction and the reasons why someone should engage with a Spiritual Director. They also discuss those instance that are not appropriate for Spiritual Direction. They also discuss [...]
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June 18, 2012 – The Holy Face Part 3
This is thethird in a series of 3 that focuses on the Holy Face.
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June 4, 2012 – Fr. Daniel Chowning
“This program is an interview with Fr. Daniel Chowning. Fr. Chowning is an internationally recognized speaker on Spirituality, Prayer and the Carmelite Order. In this particular program, Mark and Frances talk to Fr. Chowning about the importance of Silence and Solitude, and how to find these important elements in our modern busy world. They also [...]
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May 21, 2012 – The Holy Face Part 2
This is thesecond in a series of 3 that focuses on the Holy Face.
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May 14 – Mary as Virgin
In this program we focus on Mary as Virgin, Mother, and Spouse. As Virgin, we are with her at the Annunciation and see anew her great purity of heart and her receptivity to the great news from St. Gabriel. Mary, with her “Fiat,” clearly emphasizes “Thy will be done.” Then, she “ponders” all these things [...]
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May 7, 2012 – Devotion to the Holy Face Part 1
This particular program picks up on the series of Devotion to the Holy Face. Mark and Frances trace the history of this devotion within the Church, and then outline some of the key events which led to its reinstitution on a number of occasions. They also provide specific details on the lives of Sr. Mary [...]
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April 30, 2012 – Carmelite Books
On this program, Mark and Frances cover a list of their favorite Carmelite Books. This is a list of the less well known, but none-the-less very useful books on a whole range of Carmelite topics; including Carmelite spirituality, contemplative prayer, Mystical Theology and outlines of some of the key figures in the history of the [...]
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April 23, 2012 – Divine Mercy and the Carmelites, Part...
“Carmelite Conversations” Host Frances Harry welcomes guest, Deacon Russell Baldwin back to the program to continue our conversation on “Divine Mercy and the Carmelites.” We focused on the 5 Stages of the Mercy of God with examples from our Carmelite Saints followed by deeper insights on “Divine Mercy” by St. Therese of Lisieux, the little [...]
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April 16, 2012 – Divine Mercy and the Carmelites, Part...
“Carmelite Conversations” Host Frances Harry welcomes guest, Deacon Russell Baldwin to the program. The topic for this program is the “Divine Mercy Devotion” and the Carmelites. We discussed the 5 forms of Devotion to Divine Mercy as presented to St. Faustina from her Diary, now published and available to the public (“Divine Mercy in My [...]
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April 9, 2012 – Devotion to the Holy Face – Part 1
This program began a four part series on the Devotion to the Holy Face. This remarkably powerful devotion was actually instituted by Veronica when she wiped the face of Jesus as He climbed to His crucifixion on Calvary. The program goes on to discuss four other instances in the history of the Church where this [...]
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March 12, 2012 – Brother Lawrence’s Letters
This program draws from Brother Lawrence’s own letters to other religious who he maintained correspondence with in his later life. These letters represent the best source of information for understanding what Brother Lawrence himself had to say, not only about the Practice of the Presence of God, but just as importantly, how to overcome the [...]
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March 5, 2012 – Brother Lawrence’s Teachings On...
This program discusses Brother Lawrence’s basic teachings on detachment, the need for silence and the process for practicing the presence even in our daily life. The discussion focuses largely on the Spiritual Maxims, and Brother Lawrence’s “Conversations” with Fr. Beaufort. The program also discusses the evidence provided by Fr. Beaufort as to how Brother Lawrence [...]
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February 27, 2012 – The Writings of Fr. Beaufort
This programis drawn from the writings of Fr. Beaufort, who wrote and delivered the eulogy at Brother Lawrence’s funeral. He drew from his own communication with Brother Lawrence to offer an objective review of the man’s life, his teachings and how he manifested them in his very person. He speaks about a man of great [...]
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February 6, 2012 – Introduction to Brother Lawrence
This program is the introduction to Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection’s life and biographical sketch. It details his early military experience and his failed effort to become a hermit. It ends with his entry into the Carmel in Paris where he spent the rest of his life.
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December 19, 2011 – Elizabeth of the Trinity IV
“This conversation will address Elizabeth of the Trinity’s Last Retreat, offered not long before her death. The conversation focuses on Elizabeth’s sublime theology of how we must learn to rise above everything in our life that is not God, and how all that happens to us can truly be used to help us to enter [...]
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December 5, 2011 – Elizabeth of the Trinity III
“This particular program deals with our univeral vocation in Christ. As baptized Christians, we are all called to Union with God through Christ. This conversation explores our call to build ourselves into Holy Temples where the Trinity might dwell and where we can participate in the very life of the Three Divine Persons. Blessed Elizabeth [...]
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November 28, 2011 – Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity II
“This program picks up on the biographical sketch of Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity after her entry into Carmel. It then goes on to explore some of her major writings, both her individual retreats and her letters. Blessed Elizabeth understood very clearly the need to dispense with anything that did not lead her to God, [...]
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November 21, 2011 – Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity I
“This program offers a brief biographical sketch of Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity. Blessed Elizabeth was a Carmelite nun who lived in France and died in her early twenties, in 1906. Her remarkable writings are considered materpieces of spiritual insight, and they deal largely with the life of the Trinity dwelling within each of us. [...]
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November 07, 2011 – Purgatory
This program covers St Therese’s profound teaching on Purgatory. Begining with a brief explanation of the Church’s teaching on Purgatory, in this program we discuss how St Therese taught that we do not necessarily need to go to Purgatory. She argues there is a way to avoid it, and that is simply to have trust [...]
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October 24, 2011 – St. Therese
This program explores the details of the earlthly life of St Therese. ThroughMark and Frances’ discussion with someone who has actully visited Lisieux and the childhood home of Therese and the convent where she lived the last stages of her young life, this conversation explores the real person of Therese. It discusses how the experiences [...]
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October 17, 2011 – St. Therese
This program covers St Therese’s mission of the little way and it is affected her prayer life. Mark and Frances discuss Therese’s desire to become a missionary and how, in many ways, she not only fulfilled that desire through her own life, but also through many souls who were impacted by the example of her [...]
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October 10, 2011 – St. Therese – Suffering
This programdiscusses the reality of suffering in the spiritual life. More importantly, St Therese of Lisieux helps us understand the great value of accepting our everyday trials and sufferings, and how to transform them into a deeper experience of Love. This is the science of the saints, to use everything in our life, good and [...]
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September 26, 2011 – Changes to the Missal – Fr. Tony
This program covers the upcoming changes to the New Roman Missal. Fr Tony Geraci, is a scholar of the Roman LiturgyIn this program he explains both the history of the current revisions and the motivation behind the specific changes to the language reflected in the new version. Fr. Tony helps us to understand how a [...]
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September 12, 2011 – St. John of the Cross
This program deals with the last and most difficult of St John of the Cross’ four stages of the spiritual journey, the Passive Night of Sense. Here the Lord takes us through the later stages of interior prayer. This is where God takes us through the very painful experiences necessary to teach us that He [...]
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August 29, 2011 – St. John of the Cross – Active night...
This program provides an introduction St John of the Cross’ teaching on the four nights that he uses to describe the spiritual journey. This program introduces the Active Night of Spirit. Here the soul must take responsibility to begin to detach itself from even the spiritual consolations we experience along the journey. We must look [...]
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August 22, 2011 – St. John of the Cross
This program provides an introduction to St John of the Cross’ teaching on the second of the four nights, the Passive Night of Sense. In this night the Lord begins to finish the work of detaching us from our over dependence on material comforts, supports and consolations.
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August 15, 2011 – St. John of the Cross
This program provides an introduction to the teaching of St John of the Cross on the first of the four nights that John uses to describe the progress of the interior life.The first stage inthis process isthe Active Night of Sense. Here the soul must take the responsibility to begin to practice detachment from anything [...]
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August 8, 2011 – St. John of the Cross
This program provides a brief biographical sketch of the life of St Joh of the Cross. It covers the experiences of his early life which help to shape, direct and inform his future teaching on mystical theology and the interior life.
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August 1, 2011 – The Brown Scapular
In this program, Mark Danis and his guest host discuss the Brown Scapular.
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June 27, 2011 – Debbie Koch
On this program, Mark interviews Debbie Koch, past President of the Carmelite Community in Cincinnati Ohio. Debbie shares her journey leading to Carmel, her thoughts on the impact her devotion to Carmel has had on her life and considerable experience in leading a Secular Carmelite Community. She also shares information on the process of spiritual [...]
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June 20, 2011 – The Interior Castles III
“In this program Mark and Frances continue their conversation on St Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castles. Here they will explore the latter part of the 6th Dwelling where the soul is encouraged to continue to reflect on the humanity of Christ, most especially His passion. This is also where the soul experiences God through intellectual [...]
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June 13, 2011 – Reconciliation
“In this program Mark and Frances will explore the history, significance and the current environment in the Church surrounding the Sacrament of Pennance and Reconciliation. Their guest is Michele Foley who has done extensive research in the field of Reconciliation and the need for and benefits of frequent confession. This particular program challenges to the [...]
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June 6, 2011- Spiritual Life
Have you ever wish for mystical “flights of spirit?”have you wondered how the saints disposed themselves for intimate union with God? Listen into this interesting conversation onwhat a Doctor of the Church and a Master of prayer, St Teresa of Avila has to say about these any other topics in the spiritual life. Learn how [...]
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May 16, 2011 – Mary, Jesus, and Catholicism in Film
In this thought provoking program, Mark interviews Michael Duricy STL,from the International Marian Research Institute. Michael did his graduate research on Mary in Films. This particular conversation will focus on how Hollywood has portryed Mary, Jesus and Catholicism in general. It is an interesting exploration into both religious and secular culture as depicted in film.
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May 9, 2011 – The Interior Castle II
Have youever wondered if your prayer life was useful, and whether you were making progress. In this insightful program,Mark and Francescontinue their conversation on Teresa of Avila’s “The Interior Castle.” They will discuss theneed forand benefits of Spiritual Direction. They also discuss the role of dryness in prayer and offer insights on the signs that [...]
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May 2, 2011- The Interior Castle I
Have you just begun to pray more seriously, or are you still struggling with finding the time and commitment. On this program Mark and Francis begin a discussion ofSt Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castles. Today they discuss the first three “Dwellings” or Mansions in St Teresa’s explanation of the Seven Interior Castles. If you are [...]
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April 25, 2011- St Teresa of Avila
During this Conversation, Mark and Frances are joined by William Corey, President of the Cincinnati Community of Discalced Carmelites. They willdiscuss more aboutSt Teresa of Avila’s teachings on the prayer of Recollection. They will also go through each of the verses of the “Our Father” and provide St Teresa’s insights on what she among othershave [...]
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April 11, 2011 – St. Therese of Lisieux
This programfocuses on St Therese of Lisieux. We explore the major events of her childhood, the events that led to her entry into Carmel and the significant contribution she made in her short life. We focus primarily on her most famous work, The Story of a Soul. From this work we will explore the teaching [...]
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March 21, 2011 – St Teresa of Avila’s Way of Perfection
A conversation about St Teresa’s guidance to her Carmelite Sisters on prayer and meditation.
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March 14, 2011 – St. Teresa of Avila
This program introduces the life of St Teresa of Avila and her useful teachings on the Way of Perfection. This program focuses on the life of Teresa of Avila and her main teachings on prayer, community, sacrifice and entering in to relationship with the Lord. The principle texts for this program are her Way of [...]
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March 07, 2011 – Devotion to Mary
This program focuses on Carmel’s deep devotion to Mary and the role she plays in forming us spiritually. The program will focuses on Mary’s primary example to Carmel, her Purity of Heart and Simplicity of Life. The material covers Carmel’s special relationship to Mary and Marion devotions, as well as how Mary plays a personal [...]
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February 28, 2011 – Living the Call
This program focuses on the basic elements of living the call to Carmel in our time. This includes a very brief introduction to The Rule written by St Albert, and the Constitutions of Carmel.Wethen discuss what is meant by “Carmel,” and how both the Rule and the Constitutions are supported by the Secular Communities. Again, [...]
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February 21, 2011 – Introduction
This program begins with asimple history of the Order and its foundation in our Father, Elijah. The primary text for this programis “Journey to Carith” and the ICS publication on entitled “Elijah.” This programprovides a basic understanding of what led to the establishment of the Carmelite Order, and also profiles some of the key figures [...]
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