Baptism day is a day worthy of cakes and candles
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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.
Sister M. Emilie’s secret: small and steady steps. To trust and take a leap
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February 8 is the day of Sister M. Emilie’s Baptism (1893-1955), the most important day for her. She was truly tested in adversity and lived a life of holiness in joy.
The Covenant of Love: Renewal of our Baptismal Consecration
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In the Original Shrine, at the founding of Schoenstatt, God manifested himself anew to his people through Mary with a specific charism and introduced his congregation in a special way into the great current of the universal covenant.