Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel: A Joyful Celebration
On July 16th, the Cloistered Carmelite Nuns of Bangalore joyfully celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, a day held in deep reverence across the Order.

The Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese, His Excellency Joseph Susainathan graciously presided over the Holy Mass, joined by three Carmelite Fathers from Divya Sadan. The Mass commenced at 7 a.m., with Sr. Christine reading an insightful introduction on the significance of Mount Carmel. His Grace delivered a moving homily that beautifully reflected on the Carmelite way of life and spirituality.

The Mass witnessed a heartfelt gathering of friends, and benefactors, as well as devoted pilgrims who arrived from far and wide. The Feast of our Lady of Mount Carmel needs formal invitations, such is the devotion to our Lady and to her scapular. Hymns were soulfully sung by the Sisters of St. Ann's, adding grace and harmony to the celebration.

At the conclusion of Mass, the Bishop blessed and distributed scapulars to all present. Mother Prioress extended her warm gratitude through a touching vote of thanks. Following the Eucharist, breakfast was served to everyone present. The Priests, Sisters, and well-wishers then gathered in the parlour to greet and extend their wishes to the Carmelite sisters.

A special note of gratitude was placed on record to Rev. Fr. Alphonse Britto OCD, the Councilor-in-charge of Spirituality, of the Discalced Carmelites of Karnataka Goa Province, for overseeing the arrangements, and to Fr. Anil Veigas OCD and Fr. Jason Tellis OCD, for joining the occasion and contributing to the grandeur of the day.

May the Lord be ever praised, and may Mother Mary of Mount Carmel continue to intercede and protect us all.