Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha

I have deliberated enough. For a long time my decision on what I will do has been made. I have consecrated myself entirely to Jesus, son of Mary, I have chosen Him for husband and He alone will take me for wife.

-- Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha

Beat The Heat

The good Carmelite Monks of Wyoming have some great ways to beat the heat and quench your thirst during this hot weather around the country with their Mystic Monk Coffee iced coffee's and iced teas.

First, there is the new Banana Cream Iced Coffee, a blend of banana's and sweet cream, that the good monks suggest be served over ice with whipped cream. To help you make the iced coffee of your choice there is also available the Bodum Ice Coffee Maker, and double-walled glasses from Bodum to keep your coffee cold for hours. 

If tea is more to your liking, then you'll love their Iced Tea Blend. This is a blend of black tea, black currant leaves and fruit flavor. Each bag makes a full gallon of tea for you to enjoy and share.

So go take a look at these and other great coffee and tea from Mystic Monk Coffee.

Your purchase helps support the monastery of the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming and this blogger!

Saint Teresa of the Andes

Let's live intimately united with Him, since one who loves tends to be united with the one loved. The fusing of two souls is done through love. 

-- Saint Teresa of the Andes

Saint Francis of Assisi

Nor did demons crucify him; it is you who have crucified him and crucify him still, when you delight in your vices and sins. 

-- Saint Francis of Assisi

Saint Benedict of Narsia

Prayer ought to be short and pure, unless it be prolonged by the inspiration if Divine grace. 

-- Saint Benedict of Narsia

Saint Madeline Sophie Barat

Let us attach ourselves to God alone, and turn our eyes and our hopes to Him. 

-- Saint Madeline Sophie Barat

Saint Paulina of the Agonizing Heart of Jesus

Be humble. Trust always and a great deal in divine Providence; never never must you let yourselves be discouraged, despite contrary winds. I say it again: trust in God and Mary Immaculate; be faithful and forge ahead! 

-- Saint Paulina of the Agonizing Heart of Jesus