News from Carmel
Our latest writing, reflections and events.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...
Photo Gallery: Our Life at Carmel of Reno
The Meaning Behind the Carmel of Reno Logo
The flowing design along the bottom of the logo is meant to symbolize three things: mountains, water and the letter ‘M’ – all very important symbols for Christians as well as for Carmelites. The Carmelite Order traces its origin to Mount Carmel in the Holy Land where the early hermits gathered around the Spring of Elijah.