Ministry

Life of Ministry

"And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ." Ephesians 4:11–12, NRSV

"My vocation, at last I have found it...my vocation is love!" St Therese of Lisieux, Story of a Soul, B, 3r

The purpose of the Church is to spread the kingdom of Christ on earth so that all may share in that salvation brought about by the Cross. Lay Carmelites are called to this service.

God calls. We respond. Service is apostolic, diverse, and free.

Life in Ministry

• parish ministry (e.g., RCIA, Lector, Eucharistic Minister, ...)

• optional personal ministry (e.g., food bank, Bible study, Scouting, ...)