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Sisters of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Item No.: SP023B (Modified Habit)
History
Father Charles F. Boutelou founded this Congregation in Tours, France, in 1825. The Revolution of 1830, aimed at destroying the Church in France, forced the community to disperse. The founder sought refuge in New Orleans, Louisiana. Upon his arrival there, he told the Bishop of New Orleans of the plight of his sisters. The Bishop invited them to his diocese. On September 8, 1833, Mother Theresa Chevral and Mother St. Augustine Clerc left France to establish the community in the United States.Purpose
The primary purpose of the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is the sanctification of its members by the observance of the simple vows of Poverty, Chastity, and Obedience. The secondary objective is the Christian education of youth and the care of the sick.
TrainingThe six-month postulancy if followed by a two-year novitiate. Temporary vows are made for five years after which perpetual vows are pronounced. After first profession, the sisters continue their spiritual formation while taking college courses necessary for their teaching or nursing degrees.
Qualifications• Age: 15 to 30. Widows under 30 will be accepted.
• Average intelligence.
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