Carmelite Sisters

of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles

Carmelite Sisters

of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles

We exist to stand in the presence of the living God,
and with Mary, to make known to the world the love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Our Heritage

Carmelite Spirituality

Our Foundress

Venerable Mother Luisita

Our Community

Carmelite Sisters
of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles

Our Community

Carmelite Sisters
of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles

We are a Catholic women’s religious community whose lives are totally given to contemplative prayer and loving service in the Church.

Our Heritage

Carmelite Spirituality

From the conception of our community in Mexico in the early 20th century, our Sisters have always lived a life of contemplative prayer in the Carmelite tradition of St. Teresa of Avila.

Our Foundress

Venerable Mother Luisita

Venerable Maria Luisa Josefa of the Most Blessed Sacrament, who is on her way to sainthood, responded to God’s call to found our community amid religious persecution and insurmountable obstacles.

Digital Lent Reflections 2024

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In His Heart: 365 Days with the Carmelites

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Reclaim Hope: A First Friday Celebration

Adoration, Confession, and Holy Eucharist on each First Friday

Upcoming Events

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With Joy We Announce

The results of the Eighth General Chapter of Elections
held in our Motherhouse in Alhambra, California, on March 9, 2024:

Superior General
Mother Gloria Therese of the Holy Spirit (Laven), O.C.D.

Vicar General
Sister Mary Scholastica of the Cross (Lee), O.C.D.

General Council
Sister Marie Suzanne of the Heavenly Father (Stewart), O.C.D.
Sister Faustina of Merciful Love (Deppe), O.C.D.
Sister Veronica del Carmen (Maldonado), O.C.D.

With great joy and confidence in God, we go forward with your prayerful support.

With Joy We Announce

The results of the Eighth General Chapter of Elections
held in our Motherhouse in Alhambra, California, on March 9, 2024:

We welcome:

Superior General
Mother Gloria Therese of the Holy Spirit (Laven), O.C.D.

Vicar General
Sister Mary Scholastica of the Cross (Lee), O.C.D.

General Council
Sister Marie Suzanne of the Heavenly Father (Stewart), O.C.D.
Sister Faustina of Merciful Love (Deppe), O.C.D.
Sister Veronica del Carmen (Maldonado), O.C.D.

With gratitude to those who served from 2020-2024:

Superior General
Mother Gloria Therese of the Holy Spirit (Laven), O.C.D.

Vicar General
Sister Mary Kathleen of Jesus (Burns), O.C.D.

General Council
Sister Mary Clare of the Infant Jesus (Mancini), O.C.D.
Sister Mary Patrice of the Guardian Angels (Matamoros), O.C.D.
Sister Marie Suzanne of the Heavenly Father (Stewart), O.C.D.

With great joy and confidence in God, we go forward with your prayerful support.

“How beautiful it is to be in the hands of God,
searching His Divine Gaze in readiness to do whatever He wishes.”
Venerable Mother Luisita, Foundress of the Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles

How We Serve

From our own life of prayer that flows into our service of the whole person, we accompany others throughout all stages of life through education, retreats and healthcare in their experience and encounter of the personal love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

How We Serve

From our own life of prayer that flows into our service of the whole person, we accompany others throughout all stages of life through education, retreats and healthcare in their experience and encounter of the personal love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

“For greater things you were born.”

Deepen Your Friendship with Christ

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Watch

Videos on Carmelite Spirituality, vocation stories of the sisters, reflections which will inspire you and draw you to a deeper friendship with the Lord.

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Read

Practical Carmelite spirituality for your daily life. The reflections and insights of the sisters flow out from their own life of prayer and experiences.

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Listen

Draw inspiration from talks on a multitude of topics tied to elements of Carmelite spirituality. The sisters’ music will also lift up your soul.

We Invite You

Link to our Volunteer page

Volunteer

Helping with retreats, gardening, visiting the elders, assisting with mailings, being a part of our mission in a concrete way. Experience the blessings that come from serving.

Link to our Donation page

Donate

We know we do not do this alone. If our mission resonates with you and you desire to become a Friend of Carmel and share your gifts and talents, click below.

Link to Our Services page

Services

We serve in elementary schools and a high school, host retreats for all ages and care for our elders. To learn more about our services or, if interested in applying for a position, click below.

“May the Sacred Heart be your dwelling.”

–Venerable Mother Luisita