Recently, the D. R. of Congo has seen serious difficulties cause by the war that is bringing about insecurity and ever-increasing poverty. The people, in spite of their efforts to claim their rights, remain powerless faced with the complexity surrounding the external and internal causes about them... Read more
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29/03/2013
During the International Meeting for Basic Formation in the Institute, March 2012, the sisters representing Canada and the countries of Europe, together with the sisters of the Vicariate, once more raised the issue of the topicality of our Charism for today’s world. INTERNATIONAL MEETING FOR THE... Read more
26/03/2013
Since 2010 the sisters of the Delegation of Cameroon-Chad have wanted to open a second community in Chad to reinforce the community of Gounou-Gaya. The Visit of Animation by the two members of the General Leadership Team, Ana Maria and Micheline, helped us to reflect and decide on our priorities as... Read more
21/03/2013
Every time you see or use water, remember it is a gift of God. Learn to develop a reverential attitude to this vital liquid. It is not just a commodity or object but rather “our sister”. By developing a contemplative gaze we are led to the Creator through creatures: “All praise be Yours, my Lord,... Read more
19/03/2013
I thank the Lord that I can celebrate this Holy Mass for the inauguration of my Petrine ministry on the solemnity of Saint Joseph, the spouse of the Virgin Mary and the patron of the universal Church. It is a significant coincidence, and it is also the name-day of my venerable predecessor: we are... Read more
13/03/2013
Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected as Supreme Pontiff, the 265th successor of Peter, and has chosen the name Francis I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE ELECTION OF THE POPE Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected as Supreme Pontiff, the 265 th successor of Peter, and has chosen the name Francis I... Read more
07/03/2013
The status of women in Pakistan varies considerably across classes, regions, and the rural/urban divide due to uneven socio-economic development and the impact of tribal, feudal and capitalist social formation on women's lives. The Pakistani women of today enjoy a better status than most Muslim... Read more
04/03/2013
Wednesday, 27 February 2013, was a special day in St. Peter’s Square, Rome, where the sun shone brilliantly. An immense multitude invaded the square with one desire, to thank and greet for the last time a Pope who had been loved as a father, a friend, a master. In the crowd banners of every country... Read more
18/02/2013
Thinking back over the Family Congress and the Assembly of Priest Associates in which I had the joy of participating, I would like to share two convictions that seem to me insightful for the exercise of my ministry as a diocesan priest. TWO INSIGHTFUL CONVICTIONS Thinking back over the Family... Read more
12/02/2013
I have convoked you to this Consistory, not only for the three canonizations, but also to communicate to you a decision of great importance for the life of the Church. After having repeatedly examined my conscience before God, I have come to the certainty that my strengths, due to an advanced age,... Read more
07/02/2013
Pierre Bienvenu Noailles, Founder of the Holy Family of Bordeaux died on 8 February 1861. Here is a testimony from one of his contemporaries: HE LIVES FOREVER! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------... Read more
02/02/2013
3 February: We celebrate the 191st Anniversary of the Miraculous Benediction that took place in 1822 in our community at the beginning of the Foundation of the Holy Family of Bordeaux, the Family of Pierre Bienvenu Noailles. 3 February 1822 - 3 February 2013 3 February: We celebrate the 191 st... Read more
18/01/2013
The traditional period in the northern hemisphere for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is 18-25 January. Those dates were proposed in 1908 by Paul Wattson to cover the days between the feasts of St Peter and St Paul, and therefore have a symbolic significance. The search for unity: throughout... Read more
08/01/2013
In preparation of the 2013 International Year of Water Cooperation, and World Water Day 2013, the 2012/2013 Zaragoza International Annual UN-Water Conference focuses on how to make water cooperation happen. International Annual UN-Water Zaragoza Conference 2012/2013 'Preparing for the 2013... Read more
03/01/2013
These days you hear of disaster caused by heavy rain all over our dear country. I would wish to share our experience here in Rattota which is situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, surrounded by the famous range of Knuckles Mountain. Our experience here in Rattota These days you hear of... Read more
01/01/2013
EACH NEW YEAR brings the expectation of a better world. In light of this, I ask God, the Father of humanity, to grant us concord and peace, so that the aspirations of all for a happy and prosperous life may be achieved. BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS 1. EACH NEW YEAR brings the expectation of a better... Read more
29/12/2012
The family, according to him, has its origin in the mystery of the Creator who attracts a man and a woman to become “one flesh”, sharing their lives in a mutual self-giving, prompted by a free and gratuitous love. A DIFFERENT FAMILY What would a family inspired by Jesus be like? The family,... Read more
24/12/2012
The Word was in the world, and though God made the world through him, yet the world did not recognize him. He came to his own county, but his own people did not receive him. JOY - PEACE The Word was in the world, and though God made the world through him, yet the world did not recognize him. He... Read more
17/12/2012
The Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, in the Pastoral Constitution Gaudium et Spes, recalled that “the Church goes forward together with humanity” (No. 40); therefore “the joys and the hopes, the grief and anguish of the people of our time, especially of those who are poor or afflicted, are the... Read more
19/11/2012
On the 26th October, the Sri Lankan sisters in the Generalate organised a prayerful reflection with the aid of a power point presentation to mark the 150th year of the arrival of the Holy Family Sisters, in Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan sisters in the community of Via dei Gracchi joined this... Read more