Rome, Italy: The Superior General writes to the Congregation with joy as they approach the feast of Saint Anthony Mary Claret on October 24, marking the closing of the Jubilee Year for the 175th anniversary of Claret’s presence in the Canary Islands. He urges reflection on Claret’s life, emphasizing his missionary passion and commitment to community life. The letter encourages the brothers to ask themselves if their communities reflect the same fire for mission that Claret embodied. He calls for reading Claret’s life, sharing their mission, and strengthening community bonds, all inspired by Claret’s example. The message ends with a call for prayer and renewal in spirit.
Message of the Superior General on the Feast of the Foundation of our Congregation
Dear Claretians and brothers and sisters of the Claretian family, On this day as we conclude the jubilee of 175 years of the Foundation of our “querida Congregación,” my thoughts go to a Seminary room of the Diocese of Vic on July 16th in the year 1849. In that room,...
