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More Than Just Wearing The Habit
by: Sr. Ma. Concepcion of the Child Jesus Festin, O. Carm.

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To wear the Carmelite habit is so easy but to live what it signifies and follow the footsteps of Jesus are not, since self-denial, self-forgetfulness and the courage to take up the cross are necessary every day.  My fidelity also calls for a constant trust in God’s mercy and love.

            When I made my Simple Profession of Vows little was changed in my physical appearance but the desire to serve God grew more.  I felt that my heart and my soul were transformed in a way that only God and I can understand.  To become a Carmelite is a pure grace from God, and I am aware of   the great responsibility I have before Him and His people.  At that blessed moment, I did not feel any fear because I believed that God would always assist me in my needs and that He would not test me beyond my ability.  I trust Him with all my heart and soul and I hold on to His promise that he will

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