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July 16 · Optional · White

Our Lady of Mount Carmel

The Carmelite Order traces itself to the hermits on Mount Carmel in 12th-century Palestine. Tradition recalls a 1251 apparition of Mary to St Simon Stock, presenting him with the brown scapular.

When is the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel?

The feast is celebrated on July 16 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel?

The feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is celebrated on July 16 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was Our Lady of Mount Carmel?

The Carmelite Order traces itself to the hermits on Mount Carmel in 12th-century Palestine. Tradition recalls a 1251 apparition of Mary to St Simon Stock, presenting him with the brown…

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