Schoenstatt News
Pope Francis and his teachings on sports
Pope Francis repeatedly mentions the importance of “putting oneself on the line” and the merit of “fair play”.
July 28, 2021
Pope Francis prayed with Grandparents
World day to be celebrated around Jesus’ grandparents Day: Saints Anne and Joachim.
July 27, 2021
Gabriel Oberle to be ordained deacon: like a child in the hands of God
Brazil: one more future priest for the Schoenstatt Fathers’ Institute
July 23, 2021
Mario Hiriart, a life of heroic sanctity
When Mario came into contact with Schoenstatt, he committed himself consistently and with fidelity.
July 23, 2021
Capital of Grace and serious aspiration for holiness
What do we offer to the Blessed Mother so that her graces may bear fruit from the Shrine?
July 18, 2021
Mario Hiriart, a layman with the makings of a saint
July 15, the day when venerable Mario Hiriart died
July 15, 2021
Fr. Joseph Kentenich: Steps taken toward clarification and revision
Steps taken toward clarification and revision
July 10, 2021
Croatia – becoming a heart in the Father
At the shrine in Ivanovici, which was inaugurated in 2018, it was possible to build connecting paths to the shrine last month
July13, 2021
Fr. Kentenich, a priest deeply anchored in God
“Grant, O my God, that all spirits may be united in truth and all hearts in love.”
July 10, 2021
Amoris Laetitia and Schoenstatt’s pedagogy: How to put it into practice?
It’s time to talk about family, here is an interview with Fr. Alexandre Awi and the Ghelardi Family
July 7, 2021
Against polarization and confrontation
Pope Francis emphasizes the value of dialogue in his monthly prayer intention
July 5, 2021
What are the stages in a canonization process?
Who are the Schoenstatters currently in the process of canonization and at what stage is their process?
July 3, 2021
Family love: a vocation and a path to holiness
Pope Francis presents the official logo of X World Meeting of families
July 2, 2021
Nathalie Becquart the Pioneer, Women in the Church
New paths are opening up for women’s participation in a Church that is becoming synodal.
June 30, 2021
Revitalizing the family as a preeminent instrument of evangelization
Online Amoris Laetitia forum with 350 participants from all over the world
June 29, 2021
Amoris Laetitia Forum: a place for meeting and pastoral exchange on family topics
Interview with Pilar and Luis Jensen regarding the Amoris Laetitia Forum, which covers the richnesses and weaknesses of the family
There are no borders to live the Covenant of Love
In the middle of the Amazon, in a rural school, the Blessed Mother was awaiting us: I was lost for words!
Juni 27, 2021
João Pozzobon’s secretary talks about his death
He died on his way to the Shrine
June 27, 2021
Karl Leisner: when passion and love shape a life
A one mass priest and Nazi prisoner, he gave his life through the strength of Jesus and the Covenant
June 23, 2021
Golden Jubilee at the Montahue Shrine
Schoenstatt celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Shrine in Concepción, Chile “among forests and the river”…
Karl Leisner: Shaping a life from a deep connection to the Shrine
A one mass priest and Nazi prisoner, he gave his life through the strength of Jesus and the Covenant.
June 22, 2021
Conquering a Marian oasis in Monterrey
The Schoenstatt family is now united in the aspiration to build a City Shrine, in Monterrey
June 16, 2021
The impact of organic thinking on business leaders
Schoenstatt’s mission applied to business for the leaders of a new world
June 15, 2021
Amoris Laetitia: accompanying by leading the way together
Summary of the second day of the Amoris Laetitia Forum
June 11, 2021
The beauty of marriage
The Pope expresses his desire that young people preparing for marriage have ‘the support of a Christian community.
June 2021
The family feast AT HOME, in Germany, awakens creativity
The Schoenstatt Families Festival held at the Original Shrine, face-to-face encounter at Home as well as a virtual encounter
June 7, 2021
She is the great missionary. She will work miracles
The Pilgrim Mother Apostolate expands in Germany.
June 5, 2021
Africa: a continent going through recession but with an infinite potential
A continent that needs to be acknowledged in its dignity
June 7, 2021
Light for the world
Enthusiasm and joy during the first International Week for the Original Shrine
June 2, 2021
Girl’s Youth in Brazil fulfill their mission in the midst of the pandemic
120 young women from the whole country become instruments of change
June 2nd. 2021
Saint Paul VI and a Schoenstatt Family promise
Today the Church celebrates St. Paul VI, a pope who played a very important role in Schoenstatt’s history.
May 29, 2021
In the arms of the Blessed Mother
Pope Francis concludes rosary prayer marathon for end of pandemic
May 29, 2021
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
The Triune God forms a family and invites us to follow his example
May 29, 2021
Mary, Mother of the Church, a relatively new feast
Mary, Jesus’ mother, is also mother of the members of his body, which is the Church
May 26th. 2021
Cardinal Turkson launches Laudato si’ Action Platform
to respond to the Pope’s constant invitation ‘to prepare the future together
May 26, 2021
Sr. M. Adelrita: still active at 90 years old as embroidery teacher
She is an Adoration Sister at Mount Schoenstatt, and she wove the phrase “Our path leads toward the Father”.
Consecration to Saint Joseph in Ecuador
As an example of obedience, humility, courage, and openness to follow God’s plan
May 25th. 2021
Latin American Bishops focus General Assembly on renewal process
“Weaving dreams, renewing commitments”.
May 20th. 2021
Ecuador: National pilgrimage that brings back hope
Mass celebrated by Archbishop Cabrera, bringing graces throughout Ecuador
May 20th. 2021
The Schoenstatt Families Festival: at home this year
Entertainment, creativity, interaction, prayer as family, with the motto: Together Strong
20 May 2021
Another Schoenstatt priest is named as bishop of San Francisco de Macorís, in the Dominican Republic
Father Ramón Alfredo de la Cruz Baldera has been appointed as bishop of the San Francisco de Macorís diocese in the Dominican Republic.
May 18th. 2021
Laudato Si’ week
The pope invites us to participate in the care of our common house
May 18th. 2021
Max Brunner: from rebel without a cause to a model of heroism
The intricacies of his story: from empty rebelliousness to the desire to make a difference in the world through self-education and love for our Blessed Mother
Ruffini: a good journalist must keep his eyes pure
“Only a pure eye is capable of seeing, of recognizing, of understanding, of bringing the fragmented complexity of reality back to a whole.
May 17th. 2021
Fifty years after the Blessed Mother’s coronation in Cambrai’s Shrine, France
Celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Blessed Virgin’s Coronation in Cambrai
May 17th. 2021
Old age: our future
The value of the elderly and how to take care of their dignity
May 14th. 2021
Celebration in Schoenstatt: A new priest and a new deacon for the Schoenstatt Fathers
“Here I am”
13. May 2021
Who are you? What are your life’s projects?
These ten questions might help you
May 12th. 2021
“The Family is Sacred”, Schoenstatt’s project in 800 parishes
Amoris Laetitia reaches the digital world expanding in 15 countries in the Year of the Family
May 11th. 2021
What is the meaning of the jug in the Shrine and why is it there?
Capital of Grace, food for the Spriritual life in Schoenstatt
Schoenstatt Fathers in Germany to welcome a new priest and new deacon
Bishop Ackermann will celebrate Mass in Schoenstatt
May 5th. 2021
Men conquer St. Joseph’s image in Brazil
To know, get inspired by and live like St. Joseph: this is the Men’s Rosary objective during 2021
May 3rd. 2021
Croatia: A Schoenstatt family full of passion
Schoenstatt grows from its two shrines
May 3rd. 2021
Youth in Chaco, Argentina: For everything or nothing
Misiones Universitarias Ita Pater Ita Mater
Schoenstatt in Cartago, Costa Rica: a festive celebration
Bishop blesses meeting place for the Schoenstatt Movement
Schoenstatt in Cameroon – building a pilgrimage center from the soul of its people
Father Baumberger succeeds in combining Schoenstatt’s spirituality with African culture
April 27th. 2021
Doing missionary work in times of pandemic: the MTA is still present
Testimonials from university students in Mendoza, Argentina with their mission VIA IESUM
April 25 2021
Family love: a vocation and a path to holiness
The official prayer of the 10th World Meeting of Families
April 24, 2021
Ándale, María: Woman, acknowledge your greatness and dignity (FJK)
A time to learn from Schoenstatt’s spirituality
Jubilee shrine, Guayaquil’s archbishop’s favorite place
Monsignor Luis Cabrera visits the Schoenstatt Shrine as a simple pilgrim
April 2021
Pope urges Catholics to pray in May for end to Covid-19 pandemic
It takes place under the theme “The whole Church was fervently praying to God,” which recalls a verse in the Book of Acts (12:5).
Profound missionary experience in Mexico, the virtual way
The goal is for Mexico to become “The Light of Mary”
Heroic month dedicated to St. Joseph
Schoenstatt Apostolic Women’s League in Mexico praying to deepen their understanding of St. Joseph in his jubilee year.
April 19, 2021
New International Initiative: A Week for the Original Shrine
Save the date – Week for the Original Shrine
April 17, 2021
Youth: the great challenge for the Church in the US
Eye-opening report from the National Dialogue
April 17 2021
A new international catholic news agency is born: Exaudi An interview with Alberto Ramírez, CEO:
Exaudi’s objective: to reinforce unity with the Pope
Fourth Anniversary of the silence and prayer groups “Covenant of Love Fr. Joseph Kentenich”
Virtual visit in Schoenstatt – Groups Silence and Prayer celebrated their fourth anniversary.
Schoenstatt is present at the national inauguration of the Year of the Family in Costa Rica
Schoenstatt Costa Rica – national inauguration of the Year of the Family
Portugal: Recycled wood and plastic for rosaries at World Youth Day 2023
Preparations for the WYD 2023 with handmade rosaries made in Fatima
Jesus and Mary visit the youth in Uruguay using technology and creativity
Box Tabor, youth’s response to adversity.
April 5th. 2021
Holy Week 2021: a challenge
What does the Holy Week tell us? Where are we heading? How can we accompany Jesus?
2. April 2021
Pope calls priests to conform themselves to Christ
on the day of the Priesthood
1st April 2021
Being reborn in a storm
Pope Francis walks alone across the poorly lit empty St. Peter’s Square
March 27, 2021
4th Anniversary of Schoenstatt Shrine in Costa Rica
Bishop Daniel Blanco: “This Shrine is a blessing for the Archdiocese of San Jose and for the whole Church.
26 March 2021
Inauguration of the “Amoris Laetitia Family Year”
Amoris Laetitia Family Year – The Church must immerse itself in real life
Towards the 2022 Pentecost Congress
Survey for the 2022 Pentecost Congress to every Schoenstatt member
March 22, 2021
St. Joseph inspires us to live with joy the Holy Family’s ideal
His place and mission in Schoenstatt
Information from the General Presidium
regarding an accusation against Fr. Joseph Kentenich
Look who is also present in Iraq!
Before the Blessed Mother’s image, we join the Pope spiritually during his visit to Iraq
International Women’s Day – drawing attention to equal rights
“We can’t be successful if half of us are held back.” (Malala)
Fr. Juan Manuel Pérez Romero – Servant of Mary in Mexico
One of the founders of Schoenstatt in Mexico
Legal steps against the Publication of the Book by Dr. Alexandra von Teuffenbach
Information for the Schoenstatt Movement
Cardinal Parolin: Pope Francis’ visit is sign of closeness to the Church in Iraq
First visit of a Pontiff to the Islamic State
Joseph Kentenich’s vision of women
In the questions currently being discussed about the Schoenstatt’s founder Joseph Kentenich, his contact with women plays a major role
The Covenant of Love and the first 100% Brazilian satellite
Preparations for the launching of “Amazonia-1” lived through the Covenant of Love
Alone among bishops: Beate Gilles introduces herself
This is the first time that a woman has held this position.
Argentina has a new Shrine: Los Olmos
Shrine prepared with much capital of grace and 18 million Hail Marys
Father Opeka of “Akamasoa” nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
father Opeka “is a living beacon of hope and faith in the fight against poverty”
We Are Fragile, But We Know How to Pray: This Is Our Strength
Extract: I had Covid. How can I pray when I am unable to?
The Cultural Struggle for the “Father”
The title Father is associated with a great fullness of power, which relates to the people entrusted to him in each case
Four new vocations for the Schoenstatt Fathers in Mexico
“When God calls, it’s difficult not to listen to him.”
Daring to yearn for greatness and working to achieve it
Schoenstatt’s movement in Romania; small with great ideals
75th Anniversary of the Founding of the Ladies of Schoenstatt
Understanding the changes in society and in the church
Sister Emilie – Artist of hope and trust in difficult times
What can we learn from her in times of crisis?
Candlemas – more relevant today than ever!
The importance of the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord for Schoenstatt
The graces of the Home Shrine transforming families in Australia
As one of the great gifts of the Schoenstatt spirituality, five families invite the Blessed Mother to dwell in their homes
How Did the Episcopal and Apostolic Visitation in Schoenstatt Come About?
New Things Move the Church Forward
Marriage can be more adventurous with good preparation
Marriage preparation courses compact – popular offers for couples who want to get married soon.
Covenant Culture in COVID times
How the Covenant of Love helped me to coordinate an entire section of a hospital in Brazil
The Conflict over Father Kentenich – Attempt at a Comprehensive Vision
It was not only Fr. Kentenich
A parish in Paris welcomes Our Lady of Schoenstatt in a special place, close to the Seine
The Mother was enthroned under the title of Queen of Physical and Spiritual Health
Austria: The Seven Pillars of the Schoenstatt Family – creative, near, and apostolic
to build “Holy City” to make world meaningful.
The Amoris Laetitia Family Year
The purpose of the family mission:
The Amoris Laetitia Family Year
The Child’s Exam – A controversial issue with many misinterpretations
What is it actually about?
Goodbye old year, happy new man!
The certainty that God remains with us and has the reins in his hands.
“We have seen his star and we have come to glorify him”
Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord: With the Wise Men we go to Bethlehem
The Light of Bethlehem in Schoenstatt
A light travels through Europe, wanting to remind all those who see and receive it, of its contribution to peace in the world
To Live and To Form Society as Laity in the World
Ernest M. Kanzler, Superior General of the Brothers of Mary Passed Away
International youth united in the heart of Rome
Lisbon’s youth receive the World Youth Day 2023 cross
Mother: you must lead our Family
Schoenstatt media community crowns Mary in the Original Shrine
Fr. Bodo-Maria Erhard passed away to the Father’s House
One of the most prominent personalities of the Community of the Schoenstatt Fathers
A different and unexpected Kentenich year
Both certainty and uncertainty characterise the path we are now taking with our founder
Why Was There Silence for So Long?
Regarding the confusion surrounding the figure of Fr. Kentenich
How Can One Actually Recognize Good Historical Research?
Characteristics of a job done responsibly
As women, to be protagonists of a new world
One Hundred Years of Women participation at Schoenstatt
For me this is the dream job!
100 years of the Women’s Movement in Schoenstatt – A conversation with Sr. M. Linda Wegerer
AFRICA – BECOMING A CONTINENT
Interview with Sister M. Iona from Zimbabwe, she joined the community of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary in South Africa in 1975.
The pandemic changes everything
Schon eine lange Zeit kämpfen wir in Kaliningrad – Russland mit der COVID-19-Pandemie.
Yes, Father, we go with you!
Monsignor Jorge Gonzalez encourages us from the Shrine of Liberation to deepen our motto
“MINT Teacher of the Year”
A Sister of Mary from the Schoenstatt Movement is the “MINT Teacher of the Year
Father Alexandre Awi Mello is appointed advisor to the Pontifical Commission for Latin America
The Press Office of the Holy See announced this Friday, November 13, the new appointment by Pope Francis.
Status of the investigation in the Vatican Archives about Fr. Kentenich
Fr. Eduardo Aguirre, postulator of the cause of canonization reports
At the side of traumatized children
Prospérine Masika, a member of the Secular Institute of Our Lady of Schoenstatt, is in charge of a program to help orphans in the diocese of Butembo-Beni, Congo.
What is a woman? A God’s promise to humanity
Vinculo Magazine celebrates 100 years of women in Schoenstatt
A new throne for our Mother in Argentina
First Shovels for the Sanctuary of the city of Corrientes
Author of the WYD logo and her experience with Mary in the Country Mission initiative
“That’s when I started to get to know Our Lady better”.
Schoenstatt’s Contribution in the Political Sphere
Experiences of Four Schoenstatters in the World of Politics and Public Service
The passing to the eternal Schoenstatt of Father José Antonio Arbulú Atoche “Toño
Two months after his passing, we still remember Father Toño from Peru
Covenant of Fraternity
The renewal of our Covenant has a greater social dimension this year due to the pandemic.
Schoenstatt Movement establishes International Research Group
Schoenstatt representatives from different countries meet to share ideas, suggestions and present proposals
What if there was a way to know Father Joseph Kentenich?
Brushstrokes of a Father Vol. 5: an insight into the life of our founding father.
The Covenant of Love, a Transforming Response
October 18 will be the 106th anniversary of Schoenstatt’s founding
“The campaign is really beautiful!”
The Pilgrim Mother visits and gives special blessings to more than 46,000 German families.
A Covenant Life in times of uncertainty
#OurCovenant2020 is the way for the renewal of our offering to the Blessed Mother this October 18th.
To be land, to be faithful, to be holy, an ideal
Chillán, in Chile, prepares for its silver jubilee
Federation of Families: meetings, support and technologies even in the pandemic
Young couples begin their journey in Schoenstatt.
rEVOLution – the world is not too big?
The “Night of the Shrine”, the faith festival of the Schoenstatt Youth.
Sister M. Petra returned home to our Heavenly Father
She left everything behind to follow a great mission
A son of Schoenstatt was ordained bishop for the Argentinean episcopate
The new Argentinean Bishop assures that Fr. Kentenich encouraged and motivated his presbyterate
Monsignor Jorge González: an Argentinian bishop born of the Shrine
As a young man he participated in the Schoenstatt Boys’ Youth, now he will be appointed auxiliary bishop of La Plata. The story of Father J. González.
Diaconal Ordination in the Community of the Schoenstatt Fathers
This is custom heading elementWith the motto "On earth as it is in heaven" (Mt 6:10), the community of the Schoenstatt Fathers celebrates the ordination as deacon of the Brazilian seminarian Rafael Tavares da Mota. He was ordained in São Paulo on Saturday, August 15, 2020, in an open-air Mass in front of the Sion [...]
The Pilgrim Mother Campaign is a missionary sign of a Church on the way
Through the Pilgrim Mother, the Church goes from house to house in more than 150 countries
The greatest love: a YES to God’s call.
With the blessing of our Mother, three young women from Brazil arrived at the Original Shrine to present their formal candidacy to the Schoenstatt Sisters.
Cor Unum in Patre: One heart in the Father
The Schoenstatt Family of Paraguay unites for a Rosary Marathon initiative.
An Artist for the Church
Artist of Hungary leaves a great legacy for all the artistic community and believer of God.
Corona Mater, an initiative that marked Schoenstatt worldwide
The response of the Schoenstatt family to the pandemic that affects all our brothers and sisters
Covenant of Love in Nicaragua from the Schoenstatt Shrine in Costa Rica
How is that possible? A Covenant of love with our Queen from one place to another. These new times also call us to reinvent ourselves and to use tools to approach God by all means.
Heroic Childlikness: An Exciting Proposal!
On August 20, 2020 will be celebrated the 71st anniversary of the coronation of the Mother ThriceAdmirable, Queen, and Victress of Schoenstatt at the Tabor Shrine in Santa Maria/RS, Brazil,
Our Dear Mother and Queen continues to conquer new hearts
Even in times of difficulty our Mother attracts new hearts to her. Young people with different stories decide to seal the Covenant of Love with Mary in the Original Shrine.
The Shrine of São Paulo Celebrates its 50th Anniversary
The Tabor Shrine of Victorious Confidence in the Father, in the city of São Paulo, Brazil, commemorated 50 years of existence on July 8, 2020.
HOW CAN WE STAY CONNECTED TO THE ORIGINAL SHRINE?
During this times is important to find ways to maintain our faith and keep the true connection to our Shrine.
The rehabilitation of Father Joseph Kentenich is not in question for the Schoenstatt Movement
Since August 3, 2020, a letter from the former Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, dated April 2, 1982 and addressed to the then Superior
With you, life is more, Mary – 100 years of the Woman in Schoenstatt.
The Women’s League International community is celebrating 100 years of participation in the Schoenstatt Movement.
The Matrimonial Route: Our way to the Shrine
A road full of special experiences that invite the marriages to deepen the dialogue and to strengthen the bonds of love.
“The elderly are your grandparents” – A campaign of virtual hugs and love.
A campaign that was born from the desire of the Holy Father, Pope Francis, to strengthen the bonds of family and love with the people who need it most.
An important step in João Luiz Pozzobon beatification process
During an interview, Father Vandemir J. Meister, postulant of John Pozzobon’s cause, tells us about new advances in the beatification process.
New edition of Schoenstatt News
The Corona virus restricts people all over the world. The Schoenstatt Family has collected in a magazine with texts and pictures how they are affected by the virus.
Novena in Adoration in the Original Shrine
The hours of Adoration will be offered in the Original Shrine for 9 weeks. Learn how you can participate from anywhere in the world in these moments of prayer together with Jesus in the Blessed
IN THE PANDEMIC PERIOD
Shrines all over the world are also affected by the current great crisis. How can we practice our faith and stay connected to our beloved shrine? The history of the Shrine in Brazil inspires
CARITAS – A PIECE OF HEAVEN ON EARTH
In times of a pandemic, the Schoenstatt Sisters offer their talents to serve the community. A Sister of Mary in Poland shared her experiences of helping in the medical and health field during
Ready for a Pilgrimage in the Air
How the Blessed Mother took to the air with a helicopter in Guayaquil, Ecuador
What matters to me is the “canonization of truth”. Everything else is secondary for me at the first instance.
P. Strada had met the Schoenstatt Founder and was a postulator in the beatification process. In the interview he comments on the current questions.
Appointment of a New Commission of Historians for the Beatification Process of Father Joseph Kentenich
The Diocese of Trier will appoint a new commission of historians for the beatification process of Father Joseph Kentenich.
“Perhaps it is not always advisable to remain nobly silent!”
Schwester M. Doria Schlickmann, die die Geschichte der Schönstatt-Bewegung kennt, sprach mit schoenstatt.de über die aktuelle Debatte.
Statement on Allegations of Abuse against Father Joseph Kentenich
Secular Institute of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary
Statement on abuse accusations against Father Josef Kentenich
This statement was prompted by accusations against the founder of the Schoenstatt Work,
Father Joseph Kentenich.
“My living crown”
On April 15, 2020, the Hungarian family movement joined the initiative, in unity with the international community, to crown Our Lady as Queen of the Crown Crisis.
Obituary to Norbert Martin
Norbert Martin was called to the Father House on June 18th at the age of 83, crowning a life full of hard work and dedication to his family and the Family Federation.
Brazil lives a year dedicated to João Luiz Pozzobon
In 1950, on September 10th, the first Pilgrim MTA image was sent out from the Shrine. It all began in southern Brazil and gained worldwide repercussion.
News from all over the world
In addition to the homepage and the PDF-magazine “Schoenstatt News”, from now on there will also be a regular newsletter.
Dare to dare a future: a Schoenstatt Shrine for Budapest
In Budapest, many young people from the Schoenstatt Boys’ and Girls’ Youth go to the university. For this reason, years ago the desire arose to have a place where they could meet
October week 2019 in the Czech Republic
In the Czech Schoenstatt Movement, as in other countries, the October Week is a time of profound sharing after the example of Father Kentenich, but at the same time it is a time of preparation
How Schoenstatt Movement in Australia Has Been Affected by Fires
This is from a personal perspective as I cannot speak for everyone in the movement. However, these catastrophic fires are burning across New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Western Australia,