What is the reality of being an OCDS in contrast to the fantasy world some live in (which is to pray and simply receive, letting someone else do the work. Who’s going to do the dishes, by the way?)
Group #18 responded:
Aspirants can have preconceived notions about what Carmel is. But you learn through formation. Every time you meditate and read you learn something different.
Form committees: liturgy – food – telephone – infirm – divine office – each member participates.
You can’t spend all your time praying as a secular. You have family obligations, work, etc, you can follow Br Lawrence and make those actions a prayer.
Structure allows you to focus. Be faithful to meditation.
Live the beatitudes by actively participating.
Practice spiritual communion.
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