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(1515-1582) "Prayer is an intimate sharing between friends, it means taking the time frequently to be alone, with Him who we know loves us." In 1452, the nuns became part of the Order of Carmel. A century later, St. Teresa of Jesus initiated her refoundation of the Order (based on the Primitive Rule), which became known as the Discalced Carmelite Order. In her monasteries St. Teresa ardently endeavored to form houses of prayer where intimate friendship with Christ would be sought and valued above all else, and where God would be served with fidelity and with a burning love. St. Teresa of Jesus is cherished as our "Holy Mother" and a "Doctor of the Church". The Discalced Carmelite Order has been very blessed with three Doctors of the Church: Teresa of Jesus, John of the Cross and Therese of the Child Jesus. Presently, the process of granting a doctorate to Teresa Benedicta of the Cross is underway. Saints continued...
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