Image: Matthew Janvier O.Carm and Desiderio Garcia Martinez O.Carm, Prior General On Saturday 3rd October, there was great joy and thanksgiving at The Friars, Aylesford, as our brother Matthew Janvier O.Carm made his Solemn Profession as a Carmelite. Surrounded by his family, friends and members of the wider Carmelite family, Matthew made his lifelong commitment to
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The Religious of the Assumption and the Carmelite Friars are collaborating to host a discernment weekend for young adults who may be thinking about Consecrated Life. It will take place in Aylesford Priory, the Carmelites’ ancient home, and will be an opportunity for young like-minded adults to take time out of the busyness of life and listen to what God may be
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For Young Adults (20s & 30s)
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On Saturday 5th July, we were delighted to celebrate the Ordination of Richard Green, O.Carm., to the priesthood. The celebration took place at The Friars, Aylesford, during a Mass celebrated by Bishop Paul Hendricks. We were pleased to welcome Richard’s family, Carmelites from the Province and beyond, as well as many people from Parishes and
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The retreat of the Simply Professed from the provinces, commissariats and delegations of Italy, France, Catalunia, Britain, La Bruna, Poland, Naples and Ireland, gathered in Nocera Umbra on Monday 29th July until Sunday 4th August for a week of prayer, retreat and fraternity. We are very grateful to the community in Nocera Umbra, and to our brothers
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Aged 18 -35 ? ‘Exploring Carmel’, starting in September 2024 on Zoom. 12 sessions providing the opportunity to grow spiritually and deepen awareness of God. Build relationships with others and explore the story and gifts of the Carmelite tradition. For more info and registration – https://forms.office.com/e/g1eeJcMTiN
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Today we celebrated the Diaconal Ordination of Br. Richard Green O.Carm, who was ordained by Bishop Philip Moger. With thanks to Bishop Philip and all who joined us at the Friars, Aylesford. Please keep Br. Richard in your prayers. Link to Photo album https://www.flickr.com/photos/gbcarmelite/albums/72177720315637156
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Going on this Lenten pilgrimage was one of the best things I have ever done in my life. To be surrounded by such rich Church history, and Saints who lived incredible lives; and to do all this with such a beautiful group of people was such a blessing. We began the pilgrimage in Paris to
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