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Here we share moments of grace from our Carmelite life — the Eucharist, reflections, prayers, and stories that draw hearts closer to God. Carmel of God’s Love – Bacolod

The Carmel of Bacolod is a part of the Discalced Carmelite Order (OCD). Our vocation is rooted in Marian, Biblical, Prophetic, and Apostolic traditions, which we embody through a life of silence, simplicity, and prayer. The monast

ery was founded on May 13, 1946, by five Sisters from Jaro Carmel in Hacienda Carmen, Talisay, Negros Occidental. It was later formally relocated to Mandalagan, Bacolod, on October 14, 1949. This monastery is the third Carmelite monastery in the Philippines and is now part of a federation consisting of 23 Carmels. Currently, our community consists of 18 Sisters—13 cloistered and 5 externs—who are dedicated to prayer, sacrifice, and service. Our charism, which was named by our Foundress Mother Mary Louise, is the “Carmel of God’s Love.” This represents our mission of hidden intercession and our quiet witness to God’s mercy.

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21st Sunday in Ordinary Time23 August 2026Celebrant-Homilist: Rev. Fr. Marvin Labasan.
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21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
23 August 2026
Celebrant-Homilist: Rev. Fr. Marvin Labasan.

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17 August 2026
Celebrant-Homilist: Rev. Fr. Ramil Oraiz, OCD

The homily focuses on the concept of spiritual freedom and detachment, using the metaphor of a bird tied to a branch to represent the soul's inability to fly toward God due to worldly attachments.

Key themes from the homily:
The Analogy of the Thread: Citing St. John of the Cross, the priest explains that it does not matter if a bird is held by a thick rope or a thin thread; as long as it is tied, it cannot fly. Similarly, even small attachments—whether wealth, pride, or habits—can keep a person from fully following God.

Reflection on the Gospel: Fr. Ramil references the young man in the Gospel of Matthew who followed the commandments but still felt something was missing. When Jesus asked him to sell his possessions, he walked away sad because he was attached to his wealth.

The Invitation to Freedom: The homily clarifies that possessions themselves are not inherently evil. Instead, the challenge is to identify what "owns" us, or what holds us back from a total commitment to God.

Practical Application: The faithful are encouraged to identify their "thread"—the one thing they are hesitant to release—and offer it to God in prayer this week, emphasizing that letting go creates an open hand ready to receive more from God (15:32-17:40).

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