News and Events
Upcoming Events
July 21 - Chelsea: So You Think You Can Dance Contest;Manila: Adoration for vocationsJuly 23- Legazpi: Mass for the agedJuly 24-25 - Rhode Island: Fr. Dennis on Mission AppealJuly 25 - Dearborn: Joe's Top Dog Golf Outing; Legazpi: Mass for the Children; Manila: Value Formation at Guanella CenterJuly 26 - Memorial: Sts. Anne and JoachimJuly 28 - Chelsea: Field Day Competition |
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Pope Approves the Miracle of Blessed Louis Guanella
On July 1, 2010 Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI declared the validity of the miracle attributed to the intervention of Blessed Louis Guanella (1842 – 1915), the founder of the Servants of Charity and the Daughters of St. Mary of Providence. This special day was the final authorization needed leading to the canonization of Blessed Louis Guanella. Now we all look forward to the date to be set by the Vatican for the Canonization of Blessed Louis Guanella. With a series of 16 decrees made public on July 1, the Congregation for the Causes of Saints has advanced the causes of 41 candidates for canonization or beatification. At a private audience with Archbishop Angelo Amato, the prefect of the Congregation, Pope Benedict XVI authorized the release of the decrees, which recognized 31 martyrs, authenticated 5 miracles, and attested to the “heroic virtue” of 6 candidates for beatification. The Vatican will have a Consistory Meeting in February of 2011 to announce the date of the actual Canonization. Please follow our future issues for more information on the plans for the trip to the Canonization of Louis Guanella. Blessed Louis Guanella, soon to be Saint, pray for us! |
| Fr. General Visits Guanellian Communities in India
June 17th was Fr. Alphonso’s 71st birthday and it was celebrated in a grand manner. The community started with a procession of the Holy Eucharist, songs and prayers. DGMS served a dinner complete with a birthday cake. The seminarians presented a cultural program to entertain the guests. Fr. Alphonso was presented with gifts and momentos in on behalf of the Province and community. He thanked us and invited everyone to be ‘Young’ whatever your chronological age. In the morning both guests paid a visit to Don Guanella Rehabilitation Center, reflecting the presence of our Founder, Louis Guanella. That evening Fr. Alphonso met with the twenty-nine Theology students in a lively, open forum. He listened with fatherly affection to the desires of the young confreres. |
| TANZANIA: A Journey Full of Hope “It was an enlightening and moving experience full of faith!” Fr. Paul Oggioni, SdC, says when mentioning his recent trip to Tanzania, Africa. He attended the priestly ordination of a young man with whom he has corresponded for the last two years. The newly ordained Fr. Furaha Ntasamaye was frequently in contact via e-mail with Fr. Paul discerning the possibility of joining the Congregation. We do not know what God has in store, but we must keep our eyes, mind and heart open to His Will. The Vocation Director of the diocese will meet the students of Philosophy and Theology July 7. He promised to present information about our Congregation and mission and he asked Fr. Paul to stay in contact through e-mail with those who are interested in the Servants of Charity. This was a grace filled trip for Fr. Paul, the Province and Congregation. We ask the Lord to bless Fr. Furaha so that he may discern God’s Divine Will for him. |
Philippine Independence Day Legazpi —
It was a pleasant day for HKSF to have an outing with our residents on June 14th as it was the Independence Day holiday of the Philippines. The confreres, four search-ins and ten residents visited a resort, ‘Woo la la’. It was really a remarkable day because some of our residents were able to experience swimming. We also gave a warm welcome to Fr. Robert who recently joined our community. His presence is enriching our community and enhancing our STEP Program. |
Fishing Derby Kicks-off Summer Program at St. Louis Center
For more news about St. Louis Center visit the website www.stlouiscenter.org. |
A New Plant in the Garden of Guanella Home For Special Children
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Newsletters
The Provincial Newsletter "News and Views" is a work of Divine Providence Province to keep confreres and those associated with the Servants of Charity informed on happenings in the province. Along with reports on the most recent news in India, the Philippines and the U.S., the newsletter also contains a schedule of upcoming events and announcements. Click on the links below to view previous issues.
- Provincial Newsletter -July 2010 (PDF file, 1,632k)
- Provincial Newsletter - June 2010 (PDF file, 1,605k)
- Provincial Newsletter - May 2010 (PDF file, 1,995k)
See more newsletters in the archive.
The "Servant of Charity" is a publication from Quezon City. Click on the links below to learn about recent events and charitable activities taking place in the Philippines.
- Servant of Charity - July 2010 (PDF file, 1,148k)
- Servant of Charity - April 2010 (PDF file, 1, 746k)
- Servant of Charity - March 2010 (PDF file, 1,356k)
See more newsletters in the archive.
The "GLM News" is a new publication of the Guanellian Lay Movement in Michigan. The purpose of this publication is to share our Michigan experiences with you, the longer-term goal is to make it a voice for the larger US/Canada/Mexico Guanellian Family. If you would like to contribute to the newsletter, contact Sharon Pignanelli at the following address: pignanelli.sharon9@gmail.com.
- GLM News - Spring/Summer 2010 (PDF file, 265k)
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With much joy and gratitude we have long awaited good news to share with each of you. We have been offering our prayers and sacrifices since March 2002 for this special event. We thank you also for your prayers joined with us in this great celebration.
Chelsea - June 30 was the kick-off for the summer program at St. Louis Center with a fishing derby. The residents were treated to picnic dinner and the joy of fishing. There was plenty of bait for fishing and smiles on the faces of residents.