Lay Carmelites are servants. They are called to active participation in the ministry of the Church. They practice stewardship - sacrificing time, talent, and treasure for the betterment of their families, work, and society.

For Reflection

• "Then Mary said, 'Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.'" (Luke 1:38, NRSV)

• "You must give yourselves to work of some kind ..." (St. Albert Avogadro, The Carmelite Rule 20)

• "Lay Carmelites, as all baptized persons, are called to be deeply involved in the ministry of the Church. Immersed in the world as they are, they shall reflect a Christian spirit of service to their families, in their work or professional surroundings, in their social responsibilities and relations with others and in every action of their day." (Provincial Statutes I, 5:1)