Apr 18, 2024 3 min read Springtime in Carmel On the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time, designated by Pope Francis as "Word of God Sunday," our community enthroned the Word of God in our refectory with a simple, yet beautiful ceremony.We had a beautiful winter season with camellias, Japanese Magnolias, and even apple blossoms!In March we had our annual Community Retreat with Fr. Anthony Ciorra on the topic of "Transitions." From Left to Right: Palm Sunday Procession; Easter Vigil Fire; Chapel is ready for Easter Liturgies!Easter Octave Festivities!The roses, too, have been rejoicing this Easter Season! Baby wrens in their nest right outside the Novitiate HouseMother wren coming to feed her little ones (can see you see the baby wren waiting with an open mouth in the nest?)