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Franciscan friars unite nationwide to form Our Lady of Guadalupe Department
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Congregation of the Minor Brethren has newly unified the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe across the United States. Brother Massimo Fusarelli, General Minister of the Minor Fraternities, established the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe on October 17 during a conference called the “Union Synod.” The meeting was attended by the first provincial president, acting provincial president, and seven council members. It was installed. The new province, headquartered in Atlanta, will unite more than 700 monks who were part of six traditional provinces founded in the long history of the American Order of Minority. Tracing their history back to St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare, the monks, by uniting their provinces, have expanded the life and spirit of the Franciscan Order by living the Gospel through service to the poor and those living on the margins of society. I believe that this will pave the way for the rebirth of sexuality and friendship. (OSV News)
Catholic bishops reiterate moral permissibility of coronavirus vaccines
WASHINGTON — U.S. Catholic bishops reiterated the moral acceptability of coronavirus vaccines available to Catholics in the United States as booster shots become available ahead of flu and cold season. Chieko Noguchi, spokeswoman for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, asked whether the moral guidelines for the use of COVID-19 vaccines for Catholics issued in January 2021 apply to the latest version of the vaccine. “The guidance previously provided by the Holy See and the moral principles articulated by the USCCB remain valid in the context of the COVID-19 vaccine.” In 2020 and 2021, vaccines become available to Americans. A short time ago, the Holy See’s Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith (now the Dicastery), Catholic bishops, and theologians issued a statement saying it is morally permissible for Catholics to receive the coronavirus vaccine. . These statements come as the U.S. bishops have encouraged Catholics to seek certain brands of vaccines over others due to their degree of connection (albeit distant) to abortion-derived cell lines. different. In 2021, the U.S. Bishops’ Conference urged Catholics to choose vaccines that are “least associated with abortion-derived cell lines.” (OSV News)
Mass highlights how Catholics can support victims of domestic violence and recognize abuse
WASHINGTON — Approximately 20 people in the United States are physically abused by an intimate partner every minute. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, this abuse affects more than 10 million men and women each year. To mark October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and raise awareness of the issue, Family Peace Education Research Catholics on Domestic Violence will hold a Mass on October 7 at the Cathedral of the National Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Washington. did. Ms. Charles Antonicelli, pastor and vicar of the Archdiocese of Washington, celebrated the Mass. I am influenced by that. … We want to break the silence, break the cycle and begin healing,” the priest said in his homily. During the Mass, it was emphasized that initiatives within the Catholic Church can play an important role in raising awareness of local populations in need about the resources available through local and national organizations. Catholics for Family Peace offers a “Pastor Packet” at catholicsforfamilypeace.org. This packet includes tips on how to deal with domestic violence, as well as breaking news, prayers, and social media posts. (OSV News)
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Pope says water is a precious and finite resource that must be protected and shared
VATICAN CITY — Water must be protected and managed “in a wise, prudent and sustainable way so that everyone can enjoy it,” Pope Francis said. “The arbitrary management of water resources, their distortion and pollution, which particularly harms the poor, is a shameful insult to which we cannot remain indifferent,” he said. Quoting the encyclical Laudato Si On, he said, “Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental and universal human right, because it is essential for human survival and therefore the exercise of other human rights.” This is because it is a condition for doing so.” Take care of our common home. ” The Pope made the comments in a written message to mark the celebration of World Food Day on October 16. The theme of the 2023 celebration is “Water is life, water is food. Leave no one behind.” The United Nations Development Program estimates that approximately 500 million people face water scarcity throughout the year. Masu. Approximately 4.2 billion people lack sanitation. 2.2 billion people lack safe drinking water. 700 million people could be displaced by water shortages by 2030 (CNS)
Thousands of children meet Pope Francis and share dreams
Vatican City — Thousands of children representing Italy and other parts of the world will meet with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Nov. 6 to express their hopes, dreams and questions. Announcing the initiative on October 1, the Pope said: “This will be a conference that will demonstrate the dream that we all have: to regain the innocence of childlike feeling, because the Kingdom of God… for they belong to those who are like children.” He called for “learning from boys and girls.” “Children teach us about transparency in relationships, spontaneous welcoming of strangers, and respect for all creation. Dear children, I look forward to learning from you too. ” said the Pope. Cardinal José Tolentino Mendonça, head of the Ministry of Culture and Education, which is sponsoring the event, told reporters on October 17 that the pope has repeatedly encouraged young people to have the courage to make their dreams a reality. He said he was there. (CNS)
