October 31

FOCAL POINT:

“They [religious] also strive to maintain a fundamental and reverent respect for the integrity and individuality of both students and teachers. Openness and availability to their students and co-workers will be an important means of fostering Christian community.” (Con. 207)

Deceased:

Fr. Tadeusz Barglik, 1979, Radziwillow, Poland

1. For the sick, the suffering and the dying, and for those who are lonely.
2. For living parents and benefactors of members of the Congregation.
3. For peace in the world.

FURTHER REFLECTION:

“In assessing the environmental impact of any project, concern is usually shown for its effects on soil, water and air; yet few careful studies are made of its impact on biodiversity, as if the loss of species of animals and plant groups were of little importance.” (Laudato Si’, 35)