Posted on January 4, 2013 by The Editor - Community
Originally sent as an email to Brothers of the Congregation on December 29, 2012 (click here to download PDF version) Dear Brothers, In a homily I heard on Christmas, the preacher was reminding us of the reality of Christ’s birth, a reality that can stand in stark contrast to the often serene and pastoral images…[read more]
Posted on December 16, 2012 by The Editor - Community
On the fifth and final day of the meeting, Brothers did two meditations. Please engage in one or both of the following exercises, then read the Councilors’ Reflections below. Exercise One Several Brothers use the British Jesuit daily podcast, pray-as-you-go, as part of their daily prayer. You can find the podcast at the site [http://www.pray-as-you-go.org]…[read more]
Posted on December 15, 2012 by The Editor - Community
On this fourth day of the meeting, Brother Lawrence Harvey presented the Gospel reading and a song for reflection: Exercise One Come to a place of interior quiet. Read the follow Gospel passage. …the word of God came to John the son of Zechariah in the desert. John went throughout the whole region of…[read more]
Posted on December 14, 2012 by The Editor - Community
The third day of the meeting opened with a hymn for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception and was proceeded by the following reflection (based on the Founder’s Week Day 8 “Further Reflection”): Exercise God’s bidding often moves us beyond ourselves and into places and situations that are not often comfortable or familiar. And yet,…[read more]
Posted on December 13, 2012 by The Editor - Community
The second day of the meeting started with two reflective periods: first, the gospel of the day; second, a song by Margaret Rizza. Please take a few moments to engage in one or both of these prayers. Then read the reflections from the Brothers below. Exercise One Take several deep breaths, as you come to…[read more]
Posted on December 12, 2012 by The Editor - Community
Brother John Olsen visited the Generalate in Baltimore in November to discuss his life as a Xaverian Brother. We’ve chosen here to share a few clips on the theme of Vocation. Brother John has been a Xaverian Brother for over 60 years. He is currently the Associate Director at the Assisi Bridge House and Independent…[read more]
Posted on December 10, 2012 by The Editor - Community
Over the past five days, General Superior, Brother Lawrence Harvey, and an advisory council met to reflect on a variety of Congregational matters. The council members present were Brothers Daniel Skala, Roger Demon, Paul Murray, François Musongo, Louis Calmel, and John Hamilton. The Meeting began with an opening prayer and reflection [Click here to view…[read more]
Posted on November 26, 2012 by The Editor - Community
The following was orginally sent as an email to Brothers, Associates, and Collaborators on November 26, 2012, the Anniversary of the Death of Theodore James Ryken. Dear Brothers, Associates, and Xaverian Collaborators, For some years now we have taken the 8-day period between November 26 (the anniversary of the death of the Founder) and December 3…[read more]
Posted on November 19, 2012 by The Editor - Community
A proposal concerning reflection and meditation for those who are preparing for final vows in the Congregation of the Brothers of St. Francis Xavier as well as continuing formation for all (both religious and lay Xaverians).…[read more]
Posted on November 15, 2012 by The Editor - Community
Often, when I’m trying to find the words to express something that is important for me personally or for the community — for example how I live the Xaverian charism or more than that what I felt and what I still feel when I realized that I’ve fallen in love with God and with His service and what…[read more]
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