Kentenich and Esser: Priestly Fatherhood
Here is a reflection by Father Balthasar Blumers on the internal closeness and external distance of Father Kentenich, illustrated by his relationship with Fritz Esser.
“Tell them that I will remain faithful until death!”
100 years ago, the young Fritz Esser, co-founder of Schoenstatt, hero from the first generation, gave his life. He left behind him a story of love and enthusiasm, of failures and new beginnings, of real life – illuminated by the Covenant of Love.
Romanian youth chose Schoenstatt to start 2024. Profound experiences
“With you, Mary, on the path of our lives”. This was the motto of the first official pilgrimage of students from the Diocese of Timisoara (Romania) to Schoenstatt.
Do you know who Fritz Esser was? We commemorate the centenary of his death
Do you know this young Schoenstatt hero? Probably not, but no doubt you have seen many times the product of his work, which can be found in all the Shrines of the Schoenstatt Movement: the light frame SERVUS MARIAE NUNQUAM PERIBIT around the image of Mary: A servant of Mary will never perish.
A Lesson on the Sacred Meaning of One Human Life
Dr. Sr. M. Elena Lugo, a member of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary, has passed away. Internationally recognized, she is a great reference for the Church and society, leaving many contributions in the field of bioethics and in apostolic life.
The Family, a covenant community and a community of love
On this first Sunday after Christmas, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Family of Nazareth. On this day we also remember and give thanks for all our families. In the light of Schoenstatt’s spirituality, we understand the family as a community of covenant and love.
Christmas message
“Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy” (Ps 47:1)
A Christmas dinner… in the streets, for the people of the streets
A buffet of special dishes, as well as presentations and songs, made up the dinner offered to the needy population of the city of Olinda, Brazil. The Schoenstatt Family, through the Mother Queen of Mercy Project, organized a special celebration for their brothers and sisters who are homeless. The diners were delighted by the special richness of the encounter.
In January: Adaptations at the altar of the Original Shrine
The Rector of the Original Shrine of Schoenstatt, Fr. Ignacio Camacho, communicates the renovations that will begin in January 2024 on the altar of the Shrine. The historic piece will undergo restoration work to preserve it and facilitate the pastoral life around this place of grace.
England: A group of women experiencing the Covenant of Love
Polish women from the Schoenstatt Mothers’ League living in England sealed their Covenant of Love in the Birmingham Shrine. It was the first time they met in person and visited the Shrine. This exciting moment was characterized by the joy of being together and entrusting their lives to the Blessed Mother.
Covenant Day… on the verge of Christmas
On the last Covenant Day of the year, we renew our consecration preparing ourselves to receive the Child God who comes at Christmas.
A Guide towards the Light: An Experience with Father Kentenich
At the end of the previous article, Father Fleischlin described that he came into contact with Father Kentenich after his return from exile, not necessarily through personal encounters, but rather during large conferences and retreats. The following describes one such encounter he had in November 1966 during a retreat organized by his community.