A Sister of Mary in theology’s halls of power
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For centuries, men have predominantly overseen the academic domain of theology and key committees in the Church, but women have an essential role to play. Sr. M. Isabell Naumann, Schoenstatt Sister of Mary, shares insights on her journey as a woman in various leadership roles within the Church.
Water floods destroy the south of Brazil
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Rio Grande do Sul is experiencing its worst natural disaster to date. The Sisters of Mary formed a support network.
Electricity is out in Mutumba and hundreds of people are left homeless
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A landslide struck the premises of the Schoenstatt Center in Mutumba, Burundi, Africa. 2,485 people in the region have been left homeless and without electricity. The Schoenstatt Sisters, committed to the dignity of the families in the region, are in need of help to recover the damaged turbine and help the families dealing with such complicated situations.
Healing the Sick by Healing Relationships – With Mary’s eyes!
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Sister of Mary and doctor, Sister M. Teresa Olivares, from Chile, speaks about what characterizes Schoenstatt health professionals in their mission of living the Covenant of Love in the care of patients. And on this World Day of the Sick, she makes a comparison between the daily life of the sick and the 31st of May: a “very current” and challenging mission.
Mary, make us like you: a “yes” to consecrated life in Schoenstatt
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As the Day of Consecrated Life draws near, nine young women from three continents gave their “yes” to God. They left their countries to experience an adventure of love in the community of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary.
“I had to reassure myself three times that what I was experiencing was real”
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The “Schoenstatt Zeit” program, hosted by the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary, invites young people from different countries to experience days of deep spirituality and discoveries in Germany, where the Movement began. Find out how the 2024 edition is going.
9 young women declare their “yes” in the community of the Sisters of Mary
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Nine young women left their home and homeland to become part of a new home. They come from six different countries, and this Saturday they will receive the dress of the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary. Their wish is expressed in this phrase: “Mary, make us likenesses of your image”. It is possible to participate live in the ceremony through the Youtube channel.
First Schoenstatt missionaries arrived in Africa 90 years ago
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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.
A Lesson on the Sacred Meaning of One Human Life
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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.
Completion of the “Good Future” sewing workshop in Burundi
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Presentation of certificates in Burundi: A new group of women have completed the sewing course offered by the Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary. This social project aims to change society and contribute to the professional and spiritual development of the women.
Bienvenue à Cambrai – Welcome to Cambrai
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The Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary are establishing themselves once again next to the Unity Shrine in Cambrai, France. Sister M. Resia Käppeler and Sister Mirjam Metzler have been there since October 4, 2023.
Father Joseph Kentenich’s Secretariat: great outreach and change of directorship
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“They choose Father Kentenich as a model for their own lives”, stated Sister M. Adele, at the end of the 30-year cycle in which she was responsible for Father Joseph Kentenich’s Secretariat. Sister Gisela-Maria Mues has now been given this assignment.