Christian Mysticism, The Brown Scapular, and The Little Way (Fr Michael-Joseph Paris, O.C.D.)

Fr. Michael-Joseph Paris, O.C.D., is a dedicated Discalced Carmelite priest currently serving as the Subprior and Director of Postulants at the Carmelite community in Holy Hill, Wisconsin. He was ordained in 2011 for the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C., and later joined the Carmelites in 2016. Known for his deep devotion to St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Fr. Paris has extensively studied her life and writings, sharing his insights through various platforms. He is also a co-host of the "Carmelcast" podcast and the "Catholic Classics" series on Ascension Presents, where he delves into profound spiritual and theological topics. — Discalced Carmelites, Immaculate Heart of Mary Province https://www.discalcedcarmel.org/ ICS Publications Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ICSPublications — 🍺 Get episodes a week early, 🍺 score a free PWA beer stein, and 🍺 enjoy exclusive streams with me! Become an annual supporter at https://mattfradd.locals.com/support 💵 Show Sponsors: Exodus 90: https://exodus90.com/matt Hallow: https://hallow.com/mattfradd Strive21: https://strive21.com/matt 💻 Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd X: https://www.x.com/@Pints_W_Aquinas TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pintswithaquinas 👕 Store: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com/ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:40 Being called to the Carmelites 14:30 Founding of the scapular 31:16 Revival in the Carmelite order 36:20 Saint Teresa 53:04 Saint John of the Cross 1:01:20 The different convents 1:19:00 Introduction to Teresa 1:35:00 Talking to God 1:43:33 The lives of saints 1:56:33 Holiness and humility 2:01:57 Teresa on her deathbed 2:16:00 How to use the scapular 2:17:32 Monastic differences 2:24:30 The dark night analogies 2:31:43 Prayer for structure 2:38:35 Joining the Carmelites 2:43:30 Wrap up