Eternity began the day I conceived your soul.

How is it that a verse from poet’s hand can bridge the chasm from mind to soul?

And I cried, for His offer of love was so great;
to remain with Him in the Carmel where no rocks nor weeds nor thorns exist, but only good soil.

Poem by Michelle Estep, OCDS

In soil deep/ The darkest rest/ The warmth of Love does pierce my breast.

Poem by Tim Bete, OCDS

How many days did he walk, mulling over words he would say to a father scorned and insulted, replaying scenarios in his mind.

Poem by a member of the the OCDS community.

I must seek that company, that holy communion, in him.