The love of Christ urges us on
On September 5th, the world marked the International Day of Charity, a time to celebrate generosity and the difference it makes in the lives of others. In Kanzalendo Parish, in the southern region of Malawi, that spirit of charity is already transforming lives through the humble beginnings of a new pre-school. Kanzalendo, known locally as …
We recently gathered for our 32nd General Chapter, a sacred time of prayer, discernment, and renewal. Guided by the theme “Living our future together in Faith, Hope & Courage,” the Chapter began with an eight-day silent retreat rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius. In the quiet rhythm of prayer, Eucharist, and spiritual accompaniment, …
The Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady is always a special day for our Congregation. From the beginning, Mary Aikenhead entrusted its care to Our Lady and chose this feast as the patronal celebration. This year’s gathering carried particular significance as it took place in the Year of our General Chapter. On August 15th, …
BECOMING ADEQUATE INSTRUMENTS OF MERCY FOR THE POOR “Mary Aikenhead’s love of the Poor” The year 1842 was not an easy one for Ireland. The country carried on its shoulders the burden of misery: large families living with little or nothing, men and women almost entirely dependent on the potato crop, always at risk …
A fidelity that does not tremble “Lord, increase my faith.” (MMA 2nd June 1837) It was not a whisper among many, but the cry of one who knows their poverty before the mystery. In that frozen summer of 1837, Mary Aikenhead entrusted to these words of Saint Peter her entire life, the mission she had …
The plight of refugees and immigrants is at the heart of our sisters’ concern everywhere in the world. In particular, in the US, our sisters are participating in efforts to raise awareness over the dignity of immigrants and use their voices to advocate for human rights and due process. In California, our members have witnessed …
