Reflections

The Image of the Garden

It appears that the image of a Garden plays an important role in Christian theology, in the life of Christ Jesus, and in our lives.  In Christ Jesus’ life, many important events took place in a...

Reflections on Advent

For Christ the Pantocrator Celtic Carmelite Wisdom Mission and Monastic Community, the season of Advent begins on November 15 each year. Advent is a period of preparation which covers the forty days...

Change or Transformation

I no longer believe in the concept of change. That is to say, I no longer believe that it is possible for us to make and maintain changes in our lives, in and of ourselves. You may think that it is...

Reflections from the Celtic Carmelite Wisdom Path of Life

Several years ago, the Holy Spirit led me to look at an old book on Church Growth and Development. I had not looked at this book in many years. I opened the book and read these words, which were at...