News index 2013
Parish St. Andrea in Antognano (Parma) wished farewell to Fr Maurizio Vismara
Sunday, September 1st, the community of St. Andrea in Antognano - Parma – expressed its gratitude to father Maurizio Vismara for the stretch of road walked together and wished him farewell!
Joyful gathering of monks and nuns at Betharram
On September 5, the shrine of Betharram welcomed more than 70 monks and nuns for a day of sharing and celebration.
Happy Birthday, Monsignor!
August, 23 - The Ban Garicoits community hosted the 87th birthday celebration of the Bishop Emeritus Joseph Sangval, former Bishop of the Chiang Mai Diocese, to express the gratitude of the Congregation.
New book on Saint Michael
On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the death of St. Michael Garicoits a little book on the Saint of Betharram, entitled "From the Heart of Jesus, in the heart of the world", has just been published.
Pilgrimage on the footsteps of St. Michael at Ibarre
Ibarre, August 28 - To celebrate the Golden Jubilee of the 150th anniversary of the death of St. Michael Garicoïts, the traditional program has been slightly modified: masses at 7 a.m. (for those who live nearby) and 10,30 a.m; Vespers at 3 p.m. followed by the procession to the house of S. Michael; the Eucharistic adoration in the church from 12.30 to 14.30 was added to the program, followed by the recitation of the Rosary and Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament; the relics of Saint Michael were exposed in his native house throughout the day.
Fr Wilfred’s participation in the Jesus Youth Faith Conference
On 24th August, Saturday, Fr. Wilfred had been privileged to be part of Jesus Youth Faith conference held at Pioneer Centre in UK.
Priestly Ordination of Fr Éder Chaves Gonçalves
On August 24, at 16, in the city of Medeiros (Minas Gerais, Brazil), Br Éder Chaves Gonçalves was ordained as a priest ...
Exhibition cum sale in favour of the “Saint-Michel Centre” of Bouar
15 August – The Missionary Group Arcobaleno (Rainbow) of Trambileno (Trento, Italy), set up the traditional exhibition cum sale on the Assumption Day.
The Feast of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven and India’s Independence Day on August 15
On the Assumption and Independence Day, we receive and we share this message sent in by our Indian brothers.
Class on the Correspondence of Saint Michael Garicoits
During his short visit to Thailand (27 July / 8 Aug 2013), Fr Dominic Innamorati spent a few days in the north to visit the mission centres and his presence encouraged the members to share the Betharram spirit.
Betharram and Vocation promotion among the youth
Saturday, August 10 a meeting was held to promote vocations among the youth; a team of betharramite religious and lay people organised the event, which took place at the “Collegio Apostolico” San José in Asunción (Paraguay).
Day of spirituality for the youth
On August 10th , the betharramite missionary community of Sabará held a recollection at the Capuchins’ religious house for 60 young people.
The feast of our Lady of Betharram
On 3rd August 2013, the Ban Garicoits and Ban Sampran Communities invited the neighbouring religious communities along with well-wishers and friends to celebrate the feast of our Lady: more than 500 faithful turned out to join them.
Final Profession in Thaland
On 27 July 2013, the vicariate of Thailand organized a congratulation day for the three brothers who offered their life to the Lord in the family of Betharram: Bros Albert Saat Prathansantiphong, Dominic Athit Kasetsukchai and David Pitak Bi-thu. The Mass was presided by Fr Tidkham, the Regional Vicar; Fr Austin, the Regional Superior received the Vows.
Celebration in honor of Saint Cajetan in Buenos Aires
On Wednesday, August 7, a solemn celebration was held in the archdiocese of Buenos Aires: thousands of faithful flocked to the shrine of Saint Cajetan to ask for bread and work, to express gratitude for the graces received and to fulfil their promises.
Festival in honor of O. L. of Betharram in Mangalore
On August 5, the community of Maria Kripa (Mangalore) celebrated the feast of Our Lady of Betharram.
Solemnity of Our Lady of Betharram
Sunday, July 28, a new event to mark the Jubilee Year: the feast of Our Lady of Betharram.
The Betharramite priests of the Bangalore Archdiocese share their experience
On 22nd July 2013 the community of Shobhana Shaakha hosted a meeting for the priests of our congregation residing in various parts of the Bangalore Archdiocese.
First meeting of the “Magic 7”
The first meeting of the Council of the Sacred Heart Vicariate was held on 2nd of July 2013.
… Stay with us!
We have just ended the experience that brought about 40 young people from different countries, in which the Congregation is present, to share about the spirituality of St. Michael in the 150th anniversary of his death and then to attend the World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro.
A challenging spirituality for our daily life: Saint Michael Garicoits
Paulinia 19 July 2013 - After a good breakfast we welcomed our friends who had come from France, led by Br Emile Garat scj. Then all the members of the group were invited to reflect on the spirituality of Saint Michael Garicoits, our Founding Father, in his 150th death anniversary.
A strong experience of life and faith
All the young people taking part in the World Youth Day in Rio have arrived in Paulinia.
Official opening of the WYD
On July 17, young people from Paraguay, Argentina and Italy (pictures show how tired they are because of the long journey) officially inaugurated the World Youth Days. Other young people from France, will join the group on July 18 in the evening.
A prayer for Fr Hervé’s mother
On 17 July 2013, Mrs Alphonsine, the mother of Fr Hervé Kouamé Kouakou scj, Regional Vicar of the Ivory Coast, has gone to the Lord, after a long illness.
In memoriam...
Mrs Maria José Trameri, sister of Fr. Albino Trameri scj, passed away during the night from the 16 to 17 the July at the age of 83.
A special memorial day
13th July 2013 - On a beautiful sunny morning at Olton Friary cemetery was held a memorial day to pray for the departed souls.
Assembly of the Vicariate of Italy at the end of the canonical visitation
Tuesday, 9 July 2013 - The Assembly of the Vicariate of Italy at the end of the canonical visitation of Fr Gaspar, Superior General was held in Albiate.
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