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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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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
‘Young people must go in haste to others, just like Mary’
Pope Francis releases a third message for World Youth Day 2022 – 2023, to be held in Lisbon in 2023, after being postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and urges young people to follow in the footsteps of Our Lady, going in haste to others and dedicating our lives to Jesus.
How the Original Pilgrim Mother image came about. This is the history of the image of grace.
More than 50 years have passed since John Pozzobon began his journey with the Pilgrim Mother, who accompanies millions of families throughout the world, bringing blessings to all those who receive her.
Opening of the 7th General Chapter of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary
On the Feast of the Nativity of Mary, September 8, 2022, the 7th general chapter of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary began in the motherhouse on Mount Schoenstatt. It was officially opened with a celebration in the Church of the Blessed Trinity (Adoration Church).
The Apostolic Federation of Schoenstatt Families has new International Leadership
On September 7, 2022, the 4th General Chapter of the Apostolic Federation of Schoenstatt Families elected a new International Leadership for a period of five years.