The 5th Asian Meeting of the Lay Associate of the Holy Family took place at Wennappuwa in Sri Lanka from 06th – 10th May 2009 and the theme was "Called to bring forth life". There were forty-seven participants from four countries – India 2, Pakistan 4, Philippines 5, Jaffna 17 and Colombo 19. Asian... Read more
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03/06/2009
In Newbridge (Ireland), from the 4th to the 8th June 2009 there will be a meeting of the Leaders of the Lay Associates of Europe with the leaders and presidents of the National Committees of Britain, Spain, France, Italy and Ireland. In Newbridge (Ireland), from the 4th to the 8th June 2009 there... Read more
22/05/2009
This year's World Communications Day falls on Sunday 24 May 2009. The theme is New Technologies, New Relationships. Promoting a Culture of Respect, Dialogue and Friendship. This year's World Communications Day falls on Sunday 24 May 2009. The theme is New Technologies, New Relationships. Promoting... Read more
22/05/2009
An historic event for the Holy Family took place on our continent on the 25th and 26th April. In Resistencia (Argentina) there was an assembly of 46 Sisters, two of them contemplatives. In this meeting we launched the Holy Family Network of Latin America. Many Sisters and Councils sent their good... Read more
07/05/2009
Despite the enormous difficulties and challenges presented by the war situation in the North and East of Sri Lanka, every effort seems to be made to “choose life” and not postpone important events. Despite the enormous difficulties and challenges presented by the war situation in the North and East... Read more
01/05/2009
The situation of the people trapped in the Vanni Region of Sri Lanka, caught in the crossfire, and then herded into displacement camps in and around Vavuniya (central Sri Lanka), has been very much in the news over the past weeks. Introduction The situation of the people trapped in the Vanni Region... Read more
20/04/2009
What Kind of religious life are we formining for? This was the main theme of a meeting of temporary professed of Latin America which took place in Peru last January. We hope that what follows may give you an idea of the experience of our Sisters at this meeting. This was the main theme of a meeting... Read more
17/04/2009
The strong earthquake in Italy, more specifically in the Abruzzo area, happened just at Eastertide, the time when we were celebrating the resurrection of the Lord who brings us new life. It was a catastrophe of immense proportions: 294 people dead, The strong earthquake in Italy It has been a time... Read more
09/04/2009
Today we wish to share something of our life with you. Moved by the desire to choose life, several sisters have committed themselves to doing some voluntary work according to their possibilities Choose life, create life The community of Villa Elvira, a community of retired sisters has sent us this... Read more
31/03/2009
For a long time now, the Council has contemplated adapting our archives to the new technologies in order to make them more accessible. For a long time now, the Council has contemplated adapting our archives to the new technologies in order to make them more accessible. This is why they contacted a... Read more
30/03/2009
Second Year Novices Arockia Mary, Vimala Kumari, Salomi, Shireesha, Philomina and Princy were to go to North East for their Missionary Experience. Second Year Novices Arockia Mary, Vimala Kumari, Salomi, Shireesha, Philomina and Princy were to go to North East for their Missionary Experience. They... Read more
28/03/2009
A group of Greeks, probably pagans, approached the disciples with an admirable request: “We would like to see Jesus.” On hearing this request, Jesus responded with a vibrant discourse in which he summarized the profound destiny of his life. The hour has come. Everyone, Jews and Greeks, will soon... Read more
07/03/2009
Women and men united to end violence against women and girls I nternational Women's day 2009 Women and men united to end violence against women and girls "All of us – men and women, soldiers and peacekeepers, citizens and leaders – have a responsibility to help end violence against women. States... Read more
04/03/2009
On March 6, 2009, the women of Papua New Guina invite us ... "In Christ There Are Many Members, Yet One Body" (Rom 12) On March 6, 2009, the women of Papua New Guina invite us to have the confidence of Ruth, who left what was familiar to her and went with Naomi to another land. They call us to... Read more
02/02/2009
Fr. John Finlayson, Fr. Danisa Khumalo, Srs. Bernadette Boulle and Joy Money joined many others, march in protest against the xenophobic attacks in Gauteng during which many of our foreigner brothers and sisters lost their lives and others their homes and possessions. Fr. John Finlayson, Fr. Danisa... Read more
17/01/2009
Between 18 and 25 January WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY Between 18 and 25 January WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY “That they may become one in your hand” Ezekiel 37: 17 http://www.oikoumene.org/fileadmin/files/wcc-main/documents/p2/WOP2009_fre.pdf We propose to be united in the f ourth day... Read more
16/01/2009
We cannot be impervious to:The World Day of Migrants and Refugees on the 18th January 2009.There are more than 20 million refugees in the world. This is a drama that impacts on our countries, our families and our Sisters. We cannot be impervious to: The World Day of Migrants and Refugees 18th... Read more
08/01/2009
A couple with a little child was fortunate to receive a gift of a little cottage. The family had been living in a thatched hut. It is worth sharing how their dream of a home became a reality. A warm welcome A family received the gift of a cottage from the Holy Family students of Kurunagala in Sri... Read more
02/01/2009
Monday 29 December 2008 – Friday 2 January 2009 40,000 young adults from across Europe and other continents gathered in Brussels at the call of the Taizé Community. After Geneva, Zagreb, Milan, Lisbon and Hamburg, the Brussels meeting is the 31st meeting of European youth led by Taizé. This new... Read more
01/01/2009
As it was with Mary, we begin the New Year with grace, blessings and hope. Like her, we receive the same blessings that Yahweh bestowed on His people, Israel, as spoken to Moses. Mary, Mother of God As it was with Mary, we begin the New Year with grace, blessings and hope. Like her, we receive the... Read more