Reflection on Our Lady of Mt. Carmel

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Jul 29, 20247:24Religion & Spirituality

How did the title of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel come about? What is the connection with the Prophet Elijah? How did the spirituality of Elijah spread across the world? What happened on July 16th that is so significant to Car...

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