Charism
Experiencing God’s Love as All Sufficing in contemplative prayer, lived in a simple, joyful and life giving community and shared with all, especially the poor through Education and other Apostolic Ministries..
Mission
Experiencing God in contemplative prayer and sharing it through prophetic witness in our life and mission.

Message From The Regional Superior
A Journey of Faith and Service in the East Africa Region
Inspired by the life and vision of our foundress, Venerable Mother Veronica, whose undaunted courage, deep faith, and spirit of humility continue to guide us, we carry forward our mission with renewed zeal. Her compassionate love for humanity and her unwavering trust in God remain a source of strength and inspiration for us. Following her example, we strive to serve with simplicity, dedication, and a generous heart, responding to the needs of our time with hope and commitment.
Dear Sisters, collaborators, and friends of our mission,
I greet you with gratitude and joy. It is a privilege and a blessing to serve as missionaries in the East Africa Region. I thank God for the gift of our vocation and for the generous commitment of each sister who faithfully lives our charism through prayer, service, and loving outreach to God’s people.
I would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude to our former Regional Superiors Srs. Susheela, Winifreda and Maria Deepthi for their dedicated service and inspiring leadership in guiding the East Africa Region. Their commitment has laid a strong and meaningful foundation for the growth of our mission. I am equally grateful to our Superior General, Sister Maria Nirmalini, and her team for their constant encouragement, collaboration, and support. Their guidance strengthens us and inspires us to continue our mission with faith and dedication.
Our presence in the East Africa Region is a sign of hope and compassionate service. Through our ministries in education, pastoral care, healthcare, and social outreach, we seek to bring dignity, compassion, and the healing presence of God to the communities we serve. Every mission, whether large or small, becomes an opportunity to witness God’s love and to respond generously to His call.
I extend my deep appreciation to all the sisters serving faithfully in our communities. Your commitment, sacrifices, and joyful witness of consecrated life touch the lives of many and reflect our shared passion for serving humanity. I also express sincere thanks to our collaborators, benefactors, AC Associates, and friends who accompany us in our mission and support us with generosity and goodwill.
Like every mission entrusted to us, we encounter challenges along the way. Yet, with faith and trust in God’s providence, we remain confident that the Lord continues to guide and strengthen us. These experiences invite us to grow in unity, creativity, resilience, and deeper trust in God’s loving presence.
As we journey forward together, may we continue to nurture our spiritual life, strengthen the bonds of our fraternal communities, and respond with courage and compassion to the needs of our time. Let us remain open to the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and always be faithful to the charism entrusted to us.
May God bless our Region, our communities, and all those whom we are privileged to serve. Let us continue this journey with faith, hope, and love, trusting that the Lord will walk with us and guide every step of our mission.
- Apostolic Girls’ Secondary School, Buruburu.
- Carmelvale Catholic Primary School, Donholm.
- Carmel Catholic Primary School, Utawala.
- Carmelhill Catholic Primary School, Naromoru.
- Apostolic Carmel Primary School, Malel.
- Carmel Primary School, Olasiti, Arusha-Tanzania
- Carmelview Primary School, Kimwanga.
- Apostolic Carmel Girls Secondary School, Race Course.
- Carmel Secondary School, Olasiti, Arusha- Tanzania
- Carmel primary school, Kampala Uganda.
- Mt. Carmel Girls’ Secondary School, Gathugu.
- St.Jude Catholic Primary School, Donholm.
- Fr. Diaz Girls Secondary School, Moiben.
- St. Jude Catholic Primary , Jinja, Uganda.
- Mt. Carmel Girls’ Secondary School Boarding, Gathugu
- Apostolic Carmel Girls Secondary School Boarding, Buruburu
- Carmelhill Catholic Primary School Boarding, Narumoru
- Fr. Diaz Girls Secondary School Boarding, Moiben
- Carmelview Primary School Boarding, Kimwanga
- Apostolic Carmel Girls Secondary School Boarding, Race Course
- Carmel Secondary School, Olasiti, Arusha- Tanzania
- Carmel Social Service Centre, Donholm
- Daycare Center
- Tailoring (production) Center
- Women Empowerment Center(Tailoring, Knitting And Salon)
- Self Help Groups
- Dispensary
- Mother Veronica Social Service Centre, Kimwanga
- Dispensary
- Daycare Centre
- Self Help Groups
- De-addiction Centre
- Regional House, Nairobi
- Aspirancy, Nairobi
- Postulancy,Naromoru
- Novitiate, Utawala
History
The Apostolic Carmel Congregation of Women Religious was founded in Bayonne, France, on 16 th July 1868 by Mother Mary Veronica of the Passion.
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Foundress
Mother Veronica (Miss Sophie Leeves), Foundress of the Sisters of the Apostolic Carmel, Mangalore, was deeply religious and highly intellectual.
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