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our saintly forefathers laid down how everyone, whatever his station
and the kind of religious observance he has chosen, should live a
life of allegiance to Jesus Christ – how, pure in heart and steadfast
in conscience, he must be unswerving in the service of his Master.
-- The Primitive Rule of Carmel The Secular Carmelites are committed to dedicate themselves more
profoundly to the Church and to the world within the context of
their family life, work place, and local church parish. They express
this dedication by promising to live a more The Discalced Carmelite Friars of the Oklahoma Province of St.
Thérèse collaborate with the Secular Carmelites of
our province. We serve as To learn more about the Secular Carmelites of the Oklahoma Province of St. Thérèse, visit their current web site by clicking here.
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The
family of Discalced Carmelites also includes a large number of lay
people, married and single, who share in the Carmelite charism of
living a life of contemplative prayer at the service of the Church.
These lay Carmelites are known as "Secular Carmelites."
They commit themselves to daily prayer. They also assemble one afternoon
per month in their respective cities for meetings that include community
prayer, study of Carmelite spirituality, and recreation. 
evangelical
life, witnessing to God's presence in the world through the evangelical
counsels and the beatitudes. These promises are more than a pledge
to pursue personal holiness. They are a commitment to the Church
for her needs and concerns in this world.
spiritual
assistants to the communities of Secular Carmelites that are located
in the cities where we have communities of friars. We also offer
spiritual formation to the Secular Carmelites by leading days of
recollection and retreats, as well as by offering individual spiritual
direction.