Many people are unaware that the Scapular originated from persecution suffered by the Carmelite Order within the Church itself.

St. Simon Stock, superior general of the Carmelites, never ceased to turn to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, imploring her to help his sorely tried Order, and to give him a sign that the intimate covenant that united them remained intact.

And the sign came directly from the hands of Our Lady, who gave him the Scapular, for Mary never abandons her children and devotees, especially in times of greatest need. A touching story that renews our confidence in this incomparable Mother.