Faq

The Secular Carmelite assumes three principle obligations: (1) To recite the Church’s Divine Office: Morning and Evening Prayer (Lauds and Vespers); and, if possible, Night Prayer (Compline) before retiring. (2) To spend at least half an hour (30 minutes) each day in silent mental prayer. Mental prayer constitutes the very essence of Carmel. (3) To wear the brown Scapular of Carmel, the habit of the Order, as a sign of consecration to Mary and dedication to Our Lady’s Order. For a good reason, the Scapular may be replaced by the Scapular Medal. 

The Secular Carmelite is also urged, as far as possible, to assist at daily Mass; to have a special devotion to Mary such as daily recitation of the Rosary, meditating on the mysteries; to undertake spiritual reading, especially the Bible and the Carmelite writings, on a regular basis; to practice fraternal charity and participate in the Church’s apostolate.

An important requirement is faithful attendance at the monthly community meeting, where one’s vocation is nourished through study of the Teresian tradition of the Order.