News from Carmel
Our latest writing, reflections and events.
Taizé evening of Song, Silence & Contemplation
Please join us for a Taizé evening of Song, Silence & Contemplation with a focus on Light in the Darkness Tuesday, November 12th 7pm — 8pm Carmel of Reno All are welcome ~ Admission is free
41st Annual Printshop Open House, November 3, 2019
Dear Friends, Please Join Us Sunday, November 3rd 10am - 4pm for our 41st Annual Printshop Open House In addition to the Christmas cards, we will have our full selection of all occasion cards available, as well as matted prints and original art works. Our Open...
The Treasure Within
Here is how the message of St. Teresa, a woman of the 16th century, is still so relevant and inspirational in our time, the 21st century.
Poetry, Prayer and Transformation
This is an exploration into the treasures of Carmelite Spirituality through the eyes of the Sisters By Sr. Carol Sachse, OCD That is quite a heavy title. I hope I can do this justice as I have wanted to share my thoughts on poetry, prayer and transformation for...
Art Show: Contemplation Through Art
Art Show: Contemplation Through Art See the art show featuring the paintings of Sr. Sa Ra Lee, OCD All are welcome! When: Open 12 – 4pm Tuesdays & Wednesdays from June 18 – July 20, 2018 Where: University Galleries: Jot Travis Building University of...
In Remembrance of Sister Joan Williams
“I know the old ways. They are as familiar to me as the path I walked this morning. Now I dream of a new path that will lead to the heart of the mountain where it is always Advent, where Christ both hides and reveals himself” (the closing words from Sister...
Photo Gallery: Our Life in Carmel of Reno – 2017
These are photos from our life in Carmel of Reno. Click images you would like to see at full-size.
Carmel of Reno Gets a New Monastery Signpost
How many years have passed since we’ve been thinking about making a new signpost? The first one began to deteriorate 20 years ago! Thanks to our dear friend Steve Lawrence, we have a new one now. It bears the witness of a long term friendship and his labor of love....
Video Profile: About the Carmel of Reno Print Shop
https://www.pbs.org/video/arteffects-local-feature-episode-223/ KNPB's Arteffects featured a profile of how Carmel of Reno built their "Print Shop," which supports the monastery. This episode features the history of how the "Print Shop" at Carmel of Reno came to be....
KNPB Produces Documentary on Carmelite Virtual Choirs
KNPB DOCUMENTARY Learn about the making of The Carmelite Virtual Choir Technology is giving Carmelite Nuns around the world a chance to be unified without ever having to leave their monasteries. A Carmelite Nun from Reno, Sister Claire, wrote music to mark the 500th...