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Listening and Fasting: Message of Pope Leo XIV for Lent 2026
In 2026, the Pope invites us to a different kind of fasting: abstaining from words that offend and hurt our neighbor.
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40 Days of a God-given adventure begin
This time at the desert is not a time of sorrow, but of happiness; it is not a time of darkness, but of light and joy. These forty days are a God-given adventure.
Healing the Sick by Healing Relationships – With Mary’s eyes!
Sister of Mary and doctor, Sister M. Teresa Olivares, from Chile, speaks about what characterizes Schoenstatt health professionals in their mission of living the Covenant of Love in the care of patients. And on this World Day of the Sick, she makes a comparison between the daily life of the sick and the 31st of May: a “very current” and challenging mission.
An extraordinary surprise for Schoenstatt seminarians
“We left the auditorium without believing what had happened,” said the young seminarians of the Schoenstatt Fathers who, without expecting it, were received by Pope Francis.
Baptism day is a day worthy of cakes and candles
From Pope Francis to Sister Emilie Engel: Tips for celebrating the day of baptism. Why is it important to celebrate it? What do the symbols of baptism mean? Let’s take a look at them below.
Registration is now open to celebrate the “31st of May” Jubilee in Chile
Please be sure to check out the official website and the program that will mark the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Schoenstatt’s Third Historic Milestone.
An intimate portrait of John Pozzobon: His daughter reveals what he was like as a father and husband
Getting to know a person intimately reveals a world of profound experiences. This is true of the account given by one of deacon John Pozzobon’s daughters, who reveals secrets about her relationship with her father and mother and how he interacted with his family. Known for having launched the Schoenstatt Pilgrim Mother Apostolate, he left an immense legacy of testimonies in his personal, professional, and social life. Today we will learn some more about the family life of this simple man who made his mark on the history of Schoenstatt.
Consecrated life has to do with saying YES in our everyday life
This February 2nd we give thanks to God for all consecrated individuals. On this date we also remember the founding of the Secular Institute of Our Lady of Schoenstatt in 1946. Mrs. Carminho Sarmento, who recently sealed her perpetual consecration in the Community, shares her testimony with us.
The Daily Life of a Consecrated Person – Between the Natural and the Supernatural
From the time he gets up to the time he goes to bed, the life of a consecrated person follows many “normal” activities: work, study, prayer…. But what makes it different? Mr. Harald Knes shows how the natural and the supernatural overlap in his daily life.
Pope’s February prayer intention: For the terminally ill
Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of February 2024, and invites everyone to pray for the terminally ill and their families.
Mary, make us like you: a “yes” to consecrated life in Schoenstatt
As the Day of Consecrated Life draws near, nine young women from three continents gave their “yes” to God. They left their countries to experience an adventure of love in the community of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary.
“I had to reassure myself three times that what I was experiencing was real”
The “Schoenstatt Zeit” program, hosted by the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary, invites young people from different countries to experience days of deep spirituality and discoveries in Germany, where the Movement began. Find out how the 2024 edition is going.
9 young women declare their “yes” in the community of the Sisters of Mary
Nine young women left their home and homeland to become part of a new home. They come from six different countries, and this Saturday they will receive the dress of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary. Their wish is expressed in this phrase: “Mary, make us likenesses of your image”. It is possible to participate live in the ceremony through the Youtube channel.