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International Congress of Lay Canossians
From 12 to 20 July 2025 the International Congress of Lay Canossians will be held in Rome - Ottavia with the theme: WITH MAGDALENE PILGRIMS OF HOPE IN THE WORLD. The Lay Canossian in the Synodal Church
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The Canossian wind on Terra Rossa: Mother Josemary’s visit to Giardino América and its big-hearted community”
A true passing of the Lord and of St. Magdalene through the red soil. From June 3rd to 5th, the Canossian Mothers’ community of Giardino América had the grace of welcoming the General Visitor, Mother Josemary Keelath. With her serene, humble, and joyful presence,...
Behind the Veil: the spiritual Journey of the Canossian sisters in Timor-Leste
Becora, June 3–11, 2025 – In an atmosphere of prayerful silence and deep communion, the second of five spiritual retreats planned for this year took place at the Provincial House in Becora, Dili, gathering the Canossian Sisters of the Province of São José,...
Visions, hearts, and the future: the Canossian response to the educational challenge in Timor Leste
Becora, June 13–14, 2025 – In an era when education calls for fresh perspectives and steadfast hearts, 45 Canossian Sisters from 18 educational communities gathered at the Provincial House in Becora, Timor-Leste, for a two-day seminar dedicated to ongoing formation....
My garden, greater than the world: women cultivating life
Soil, hope, future, and autonomy—these are the threads, among many others, woven into the project Meu quintal maior do que o mundo: Mulheres que plantam semeando a vida—"My Garden, Greater Than the World: Women Who Plant, Sowing Life", promoted by the Associação...
On the road for good: volunteers ready for a transformative summer of giving
As summer approaches, it brings with it a wave of enthusiasm and hope that sweeps through the young volunteers of the Canossian Foundation VOICA. This exceptional group is preparing to embark on summer missionary experiences and, on Saturday, June 21, during...
The whisper of calling: emerging promises in the Land Where the Sun Awakens
Kyushu, Japan – 8 June 2025, Solemnity of Pentecost Bathed in the light and grace of Pentecost Sunday, the Canossian Family in Japan rejoiced in a moment of profound spiritual joy as six new members were welcomed into the Canossian Lay Association. During a simple yet...
Shaping the Heart in Summer: Life Lessons from the Canossian Schools’ Summer Camps
In the schools of Northern India, summer carries the fragrance of smiles, discovery, and the jubilant voices of students who, in keeping with a cherished tradition, take part in the summer camps organised by the Canossian Schools and the Canossian Sisters. These camps...
Sowing Seeds of Freedom: In Lauriya, Northern India, the Canossian Sisters Guide the Community to Live from the Land and Walk with Hope
In the rural heartlands of northern India, where agriculture remains the lifeblood of daily life and sustenance, the Canossa Social Centre of Lauriya has launched a remarkable initiative intertwining cultivation, education, and creativity—a celebration of holistic...
“Come and See!” – The Diocesan Jubilee of Lisbon Transforms Estoril into an Oasis of Faith, Hope and Joy
On Saturday, 31 May, under a sun-kissed sky and amid an atmosphere of boundless enthusiasm, more than seven thousand people gathered to celebrate the Diocesan Jubilee of Lisbon, entitled “Vem Ver” (“Come and See”). A true feast of faith, the event welcomed people of...
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The whisper of calling: emerging promises in the Land Where the Sun Awakens
Kyushu, Japan – 8 June 2025, Solemnity of Pentecost Bathed in the light and grace of Pentecost Sunday, the Canossian Family in Japan rejoiced in a moment of profound spiritual joy as six new members were welcomed into the Canossian Lay Association. During a simple yet...
MAGDALENE OF CANOSSA shares Her Marian Experience
The last time we met in this way, I shared how I experienced Easter. Today, I want to tell you about one of my greatest joys: considering myself a daughter of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Since I was a child, I’ve had a tender and profound devotion to her—a devotion that...
Habemus Papam: A New Shepherd to Guide the Church in a Time of Hope
After days of eager anticipation, yesterday the bells of St. Peter’s rang out joyfully, and the sky over Rome turned white: the long-awaited smoke signal announced to the world that the Church has a new Pope. Habemus Papam—ancient words, rich in meaning, that echo...
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