St john of the cross

The “dark night” dismantles the machinery of self-absorption.

Carmelite Spirituality of St. Teresa of Jesus and St. John of the Cross explained in great depth. Includes an explanation on how the Carmelite Monks live their spirituality daily.

Quote/s of the Day – 9 July – The Memorial of Saints St Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions, Martyrs of China “Even though I should have to die with you, I will not deny you.” Matthew 26…

Our greatest cross is the fear of crosses – St. John Vianney.

The spiritual nature of women is as little considered as the principles of their historical development. Not only is violence being done to the spirit by a misinterpretation of biology and by current economic trends, but also by the materialist and fundamental point of view of the opposing groups. St Edith Stein, daughter of St John of the Cross.

"Faith and love are like the blind man's guides. They will lead you along a path unknown to you, to the place where God is hidden." (St. John of the Cross) #ChooseToBeBrave #SaintlyQuotes #YearOfTheLaity #StJohnOfTheCross

The man we have come to know as St. John of the Cross was actually named Juan de Yepes y Alvarez and was born on June 24, 1542, in Old Castile, Spain. His father hailed from a wealthy and noble family, but was disowned by them when he married John’s mother, who was a weaver’s daughter. Therefore, […]

Whoever does not seek the cross of Christ, doesn't seek the glory of Christ - St. John of the Cross