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Today marks the beginning of “24 Hours for the Lord”
Several Schoenstatt Shrines around the world are joining in the day of prayer. The Original Shrine is offering a special program.
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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.
Father Kentenich in the light of St. Joseph: Thoughts not only for Christmas
The following text is an excerpt from a talk by Fr. Josef Fleischlin – Mount Sion/Switzerland – during a conference in Schoenstatt. In the first part of the article, he analyzes the four milestones of Schoenstatt’s history and Father Kentenich’s mission from the perspective of a Christmas image.
International Invitation: Approaching the 75th Anniversary of the Pilgrim Mother Apostolate
One of the greatest apostolates and one of the great legacies of the International Schoenstatt Movement – the Pilgrim Mother Apostolate – will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2025. To celebrate this history of grace, the Schoenstatt Family in Brazil invites everyone to an international gathering in Santa Maria, at the Tabor Shrine, where it all began.
The Archdiocesan Youth Encounter: More than an event, a transforming experience
The Schoenstatt Family of Guayaquil, Ecuador, collaborated in the organization of the Archdiocesan Youth Encounter, which gathered more than 3,000 people. Our Family wants to contribute and make a lasting impression in the life of the Church. Take a look at the event and the testimonies of the participants.