A special day of celebration for the Schoenstatt Fathers in Burundi
The Schoenstatt Fathers celebrated 50 years of mission in Burundi, Africa, with a special moment: the ordination to the priesthood of Deacon Samuel Sibomana. Three bishops and more than 50 priests took part in the celebrations.
The Pilgrim Mother begins her journey to Mozambique
Learning about the Schoenstatt Pilgrim Mother Apostolate and the graces she showers on those she visits, prompted a Mozambican priest to take the MTA image to his country to visit families in his community and transform hearts. “Wherever I am, I will always share this experience,” he says.
First Schoenstatt missionaries arrived in Africa 90 years ago
90 years ago, the first group of Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary arrived in Africa. The seven pioneers brought our spirituality to the continent, opening the doors to the graces of the Mother and Queen on African soil.
The Schoenstatt Family of Zimbabwe holds its “October Weekend” 2023
Every year the Schoenstatters of Zimbabwe gather for a meeting of formation, spirituality, and unity. Together, they determine the Movement’s new motto for the year. This country, located in southeast Africa, has a small Schoenstatt Family, but it is faithful to the Covenant of Love – and it dreams of one day conquering its daughter shrine.
Pope decries conflicts and economic colonialism in DR Congo
Pope Francis addresses the most pressing issues affecting the African nation, including ongoing conflict and economic colonialism, and urges the Congolese people to reject violence.
Swiss Schoenstatt priest builds national shrine in Cameroon
Father Alois Baumberger was entrusted by the Bishops of Cameroon with the responsibility of building a national pilgrimage center. He works with the pilgrims employing Schoenstatt’s spirituality, dealing closely with their experiences and needs.