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The Original Shrine hosts a gathering of Brazilian women
Women, inspired by the image of Mary: Brazilians living in Europe, gather for a special meeting in Schoenstatt, Germany.
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Franz Reinisch, a hero of the conscience, executed for not swearing an oath to Hitler
Father Theo Breitinger recounts central aspects of the personality of Father Franz Reinisch, a Pallottine and Schoenstatt priest, who was forced to swear an oath to Hitler and was beheaded for refusing to do so, thus remaining true to his conscience.
Pope at Eucharistic Congress: Bread must be shared on the table of the world
Pope Francis celebrates Holy Mass in the city of Matera at the conclusion of the 27th National Eucharistic Congress reminding Christians there is no eucharistic worship without compassion for the poor.
The General Chapter of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary has elected the General Council
The 7th General Chapter of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary, which has been in session at the Motherhouse on Mount Schoenstatt since September 8, 2022, has held more elections.
Schoenstatt Brazil celebrates the 50th anniversary of its Shrine in Atibaia, near Sao Paulo
The Schoenstatt Shrine in Atibaia, Brazil, whose mission is to be a Tabor Shrine of the Permanent Presence of the Father, celebrates its Golden Jubilee. More than 4,000 pilgrims participated in this celebration.
Asunción: The 25th anniversary of a Shrine where the young heart beats
The Schoenstatt Movement in Paraguay has celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Shrine in the city of Asunción. The Shrine was conquered by the Schoenstatt Youth in Asunción, who took the initiative for its construction and worked hard for its realization. The main commemorative Mass was held on September 21st.
Deep experiences at the blessing of the Corrientes Shrine in Argentina
On September 11th, 3,000 persons attended the blessing of the Shrine of Corrientes, Argentina, who came from all over Argentina, and also from abroad, especially from Paraguay, Chile and Uruguay. It was a deep experience for the Schoenstatters and for the faithful and clergy of the Church.
Father Franz Reinisch is an example for the youth who seek to be faithful to their conscience.
The grandnephew of Father Franz Reinisch draws our attention to the importance of this priest who refused to swear an oath to Hitler, paying for such audacity with his beheading at the guillotine. Today, he says, Reinisch can be an example to follow for young people who seek to be consistent with their principles.
Founding Chapter of the International Apostolic Federation of Schoenstatt Mothers
“The Mighty One has done wonders for us, Holy is his name” (cf. Lk 1:49).
Ver Sacrum Patris – A Stream from the USA Girls’ Youth
Every year, the leaders of the Schoenstatt Girls and Young Women are invited to the international Retreat Center in Waukesha, Wisconsin, for the annual Leaders’ Convention.
Father Kentenich, testimony of the boldness of TRUST!
September 15, 1968. After a long life dedicated to the Work and the mission God had entrusted to him, Father Joseph Kentenich departed for eternity
SEPTEMBER | For the abolition of the death penalty
We pray that the death penalty, which attacks the dignity of the human person, may be legally abolished in every country.
Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary elected Sister M. Joanna Buckley, USA as Superior General
The General Chapter of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary has held its first elections