St. Clare

FOCAL POINT:

“The local community meeting was an important element in the life of the community of believers which Bogdan Janski gathered together. At such meetings, the religious evaluate their life and mission in the light of the Gospel, of the Charism of the Congregation and of the signs of the times.” (Con. 139)

Deceased:

Fr. John Drzewiecki, 1936, Fox Lake, USA
Fr. Martin Piwko, 2020, Radziszowska, Poland

Final Vows:

Br. Christopher Trimpe, 2001, USA

1. For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
2. For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
3. For the Order of Poor Ladies who celebrate their foundress today, St. Clare.

FURTHER REFLECTION:

“The superior is tasked with sharing the ‘power’ of office, putting others and their needs first, and helping the membership to develop in their service of God.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors, I-III)