The Test of Time
Antonio Zebedeo Abad, August 16, 2021 It is a great honor to graduate from the top Carmelite university in the world, Universidad de la Mística in St Teresa's home, the medieval city of Ávila. It is the most preserved medieval city with walls intact, surrounding the entire old part of the city, that protected it from invaders. These are real old castles in Spain, unlike the replicas in Disneyland. I am now certified as a Carmelite Spiritual Director. The Spanish term of Acompañante Espiritual, or Spiritual Companion is more accurate because we were taught that our sole purpose is to lead the faithful to the Holy Spirit, who is the true spiritual director. Note that a companion doesn't just mean someone you meet casually and walks along with you. The…