“Ten years ago, I read Fire Within by Fr. Dubay. He made Teresa of Avila’s description of the soul’s particular receptivity to God in the various stages of perfection accessible. Ever since, my prayer life with the Lord has steadily matured. The emphasis of Carmelite spirituality on intimacy with the Lord has been a solid foundation for my life, bringing a sense of permanence of His Presence amidst any situation. His permanence allows me to trust in God’s unfathomable mercy, as I know that I can trust in Him. Our Lady is the greatest manifestation of this mercy, and by Her Son’s dwelling in me, She has been able to radiate to others through me. We can never love Her too much, and I have worn her Scapular now for 10 years as well!” 

Maria