SISTER OF OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL

Sister of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel –  Sister Eugenia Marie, O.Carm.                                                                              “With zeal I am zealous for the Lord God of Hosts”   –  the Prophet Elijah

Founders:  Reverend Charles F. Boutelou  (France)                                                                                                   Mother Thérèse Chevrel  (Louisiana)                                                                                                       Mother St. Paul Bazire  (Louisiana)

Place:  Tours, France originally; New Orleans, Louisiana presently

Years:  1825 A.D. (France); 1833 A.D. (Louisiana)

Her Charism:  This Sister, who loves God at all costs, is nourished by the Eucharist, contemplative prayer, community, and devotion to Mary, the Mother of Jesus.  Every moment she holds in her hands her own heart and offers it to God, reserving nothing for herself.  She is a woman of simplicity and deep faith whose prophetic call as a Carmelite moves her to be a contemplative in action, bringing about a more peaceful, just, and loving world.  This Sister educates, nurses, conducts retreats, accompanies others on their spiritual journey, and even advocates for God’s people at the United Nations.  She is a Sister of Our Lady and a faithful ambassador of Jesus Christ.