The feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, celebrated on July 16, was first instituted in the late 14th century in commemoration of the approval of the rule of the Carmelite Order a hundred years earlier.

After this the priest adds: By the power granted to me, I admit you to a share in all the spiritual works performed with the merciful help of Jesus Christ by the religious of Mount Carmel.

The festivities at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel Ave., continue 5 to 10 p.m. today and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday. Among the children Wellington formed a quick bond with were ...

At Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy in Lakeview, alongside the English Tudor Gothic-style Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, youngsters were all dressed up as cardinals and Vatican Swiss Guards.