Jean-Philippe Houdrey – Madame Acarie

Madame Acarie, or an abyss of humility

Post author:Jean-Philippe Houdrey
Post published:7 April 2021
Post category:Spirituality

When she was asked what inspired her during the foundation of the Carmel in Paris, her reply to Mother Anne of Jesus, St. Teresa’s companion, was, "The only part I…

Mrs Acarie

Barbe AVRILLOT, wife of Pierre ACARIE, born in Paris on February 1, 1566 and died in Pontoise, on April 18, 1618.

A woman in the world, married, 6 children, who heroically faced great trials , she is “the main initiator of Carmel in France”. Widow, she herself is called by God to become a converse sister : Sister Marie of the Incarnation, today Blessed.

In this woman of very good sense, the love of God is translated into the completed fulfillment of state duty. Joining to numerous natural gifts, an intense interior life, she knew how to simultaneously accomplish her duties towards God and the neighbor.

Madame Acarie is a model for us, men and women of today, whatever our state of life.

Madame Acarie is particularly prayed for for future births, and for the reception and protection of life in all circumstances.

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Madame Acarie, or an abyss of humility