Monastery of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Finland

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Monastery of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Finland

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Monastery of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Finland, Catholic Carmelite monastery in Espoo, Finland.

The monastery features dedicated spaces for worship, living quarters, and areas specifically designated for prayer and meditation for the Carmelite nuns.

Founded in 1988 by sisters from the Carmelite monastery in San Rafael, California, this religious institution operated until 2021 when the last nuns departed.

The monastery maintained French as its primary language of communication, reflecting its international connections within the Carmelite religious community.

The monastic complex provided spaces for spiritual retreats and individual reflection, accommodating both resident nuns and occasional visitors.

Twenty sisters from different nations formed this religious community, creating an international Catholic presence in predominantly Lutheran Finland.

Location: Espoo

Inception: 1988

Website: http://karmelfinland.org

GPS coordinates: 60.27528,24.65861

Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:00

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