Born in England in 1165, Simon Stock joined the Carmelites soon after it was established in England, then studied and preached in Rome and Mount Carmel. When he was about 82 he was elected the sixth superior general of the Carmelite order, revised its Rule, and helped it spread in England, Paris, and Italy. Despite the growing popularity of the Order, the Carmelites were oppressed by other orders and clergy, and in 1251 while Simon Stock was praying for the intercession of its patron, the Blessed Virgin Mary, she appeared to him, holding a brown scapular. Six months later, Pope Innocent IV issued a letter of protection for the Order, which has grown ever since.
CHALLENGE
The Blessed Mother told St. Simon Stock that the brown scapular, “is a sign of salvation, a safeguard in danger, and a special pledge of peace and protection till the end of time. Whosoever dies wearing this shall be preserved from eternal flames.” Many miracles are attributed to those devoted to the brown scapular. If you’re not already, get enrolled in the brown scapular. Then spread the devotion to others.
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