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Justice & Peace

Carmelite Justice and Peace

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Ever since the General Chapter of 1971 the call to justice and peace has appeared frequently in the statements and in the commitments of the Carmelite Order. Over these years Carmelites have worked on the question of justice in the world through study, reflection and ministry to and with the poor and the other victims of injustice in the world.

Mary the Prophet: Mary as an Inspiration in the Work for Justice

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By Fr. Joseph Chalmers, O. Carm.

Mary is a model for Carmelites and therefore a model for Carmelites who work in the area of peace and justice. Mary’s way of believing is a light and example for the work of the Carmelite NGO, as I hope to be able to explain in this article.

Christmas, consumerism and traditional celebrations

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David Cheah
Friend of The Carmelites

I remember my first Christmas celebrations back in Malaysia where I grew up. As a child, I had always sensed the wonder of ‘holy’ days, knowing deep inside that every special day worth celebrating had spiritual roots.

Being Asian, food was always a big part of any celebration and that came as an added bonus. Those holidays were meaningful, significant and every childhood memory became seminal treasures. Dishes and types of food were unique to each celebration or season,

Carmelite NGO Celebrates "Freedom of Belief" on World Human Rights Day

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103/2010-19-11
Carmelite NGO Celebrates "Freedom of Belief" on World Human Rights Day

The Carmelite NGO is inviting people around the world to celebrate World Human Rights Day on December 10, 2010, by focusing on "Freedom of Belief." People are asked to reflect on what is happening, to pray for all the people involved, and to make some concrete commitment that will help improve the situation.

Fr. Boby Sebastian attended World Food Day at FAO Rome

Fr. Boby Sebastian

On the 15th of October 2010, the United Nations’ Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) in Rome organized World Food Day in which Fr. Boby Sebastian (James Tharakunnel), O. Carm., executive secretary of the JPIC Commission of the Order participated.

Presentation by Fr. Eduardo Agosta Scarel at UISG Rome on Climate Change

Presentation by Fr. Eduardo Agosta Scarel at UISG Rome on Climate Change

Fr. Dr. Eduardo Agosta Scarel, O. Carm., from the Spanish Province of Castilla in Argentina gave a presentation on “Carmel Caring for Environment” for the Integrity of Creation Working Group (ICWG) of the Union of Superior Generals (UISG & USG) in Rome 11 October 2010 from 10 a.m.-12 noon.

International Symposium on Climate Change and Justice

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89/2010-12-10
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The German Catholic Bishops’ Organisation for Development Cooperation (Misereor) together with the Pontifical Justitia et Pax Council organized an International Symposium on Climate Change and Justice in the Vatican City, October 1st-3rd 2010.

Announcement of the Titus Brandsma JPIC Essay Competition 2009-2010 for Carmelite Students

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84/2010-20-08
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The winners of The Titus Brandsma JPIC Essay Competition 2009-2010 for Carmelite Students are:

  • First prize 1000 Euro: Bro. Glen Attard, O.Carm (Mel) writing on "Contemplation and globalization in a Carmelite perspective".

JPIC Seminar in Zimbabwe

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69/2010-05-08
JPIC Seminar in Zimbabwe

The International JPIC Commission of the Order organized a seminar on Climate change in Harare, Zimbabwe, for our African Carmelite students (friars and sisters) between July 25 and 29, 2010. There was a good Carmelite representation. Fr. Eduardo Agosta Scarel (Cast) from Argentina spoke about the scientific basis of climate change and gave some clues on contemplative ecology. Fr. Boniface Kimondolo (Cat) from Kenya talked about the pastoral aspects of climate change in Africa.

First meeting of the International Commission for Justice and Peace, and Integrity of Creation of the Order

The first meeting of the JPIC commission was held in Sassone, Italy, from September 1-5, 2008. All members of the commission (Cees Bartels (Ner), David Scott Blanchard (PCM), Eduardo Agosta Scarel (Cast), Gilbert Sabado (Phil), Boniface Makau Kimondolo (Cat), Michael Agung Christiputra (Indo), and the General Councillor Albertus Magnus Herwanta) were present. Boby Sebastian (James) Tharakunnel of the St. Thomas Province (India), who has been appointed as an executive secretary of the commission, was also present. The Most Rev. Fr.

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