July 18
2026-07-18
FOCAL POINT:
“We, too, will withdraw from time to time from our apostolic labors in order to devote some time exclusively to reflection and prayer. This withdrawal for prayer will serve to render our apostolate more fruitful by strengthening our union with Christ.” (Con. 65)

Deceased:
Fr. Peter Ellert, 1951, Kitchener, Canada

For fidelity to our charism and our vows, and for the spirit of the resurrection.
For all the intentions of members of our Congregation, especially for health and spiritual growth.
For our General Curia members who serve the international Congregation.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The various ways of living the evangelical counsels are in fact an expression and fruit of spiritual gifts received by founders and foundresses.” (Vita Consecrata, 48)

July 19
2026-07-19
FOCAL POINT:
“To grow in our surrender to Christ, reflection on our fidelity to His grace is necessary. For this reason, our examen will be recognized as one of our indispensable spiritual exercises.” (Con. 66)

Deceased:
EUGENE FUNCKEN, 1888, St. Agatha, Canada
Fr. Joseph Lehman, 1974, Hamilton, Bermuda
Fr. Otto Haefele, 1978, Formosa, Canada

For our Church, our Holy Father and our local ordinary.
For the Anglican community of the Resurrection.
For former members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Consequently, each institute is recognized as having a rightful autonomy, enabling it to follow its own discipline and to keep intact its spiritual and apostolic patrimony.” (Vita Consecrata, 48)

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
2026-07-20
FOCAL POINT:
“Wherever local circumstances permit, the religious will come together each day for common prayer. … A community Mass, preferably concelebrated, will be held wherever and whenever feasible.” (Con. 67 & 68)

Deceased:
Br. Angelo Segatori, 1921, St. Mary, USA
Fr. Wladyslaw Filipski, 1928, Rome, Italy
Fr. Ireneusz Hanzewniak, 2012, Poznan, Poland

Birthdays:
Fr. Gerald Watt, 1940, USA
Fr. Toby Collins, 1974, Canada

For our Congregation, our superiors, and vocations to our Congregation.
For a rededication to their vocation on the part of all Resurrectionists.
May this Lord’s Day be an experience of God’s unconditional love for all people.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The Church entrusts to communities of consecrated life the particular task of spreading the spirituality of communion, first of all in their internal life and then in the ecclesial community, and even beyond its boundaries, by opening or continuing a dialogue in charity, especially where today’s world is torn apart by ethnic hatred and senseless violence.” (Vita Consecrata, 51)

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
2026-07-21
FOCAL POINT:
“Besides daily participation in morning prayers and evening prayers, each religious will spend at least one hour each day in private prayer and reflection.” (Con. 70)

Deceased:
Fr. Chester Brzegowy, 1957, Chicago, USA
Fr. Joseph Baniewicz, 1968, Chicago, USA
Fr. Jan Dybowski, 2012, Szczecinek, Poland

Birthday:
Fr. Evandro Miranda Rosa, 1975, Brazil

For growth in our trust, acceptance and affirmation of one another within Community.
For our country, and for civil rulers on the local and national level.
For the gift of hope in all that we say and do.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Consecrated men and women are sent forth to proclaim, by the witness of their lives, the value of Christian fraternity and the transforming power of the Good News.” (Vita Consecrata, 51)

St. Mary Magdalene
2026-07-22
FOCAL POINT:
“’Go and tell them I am Risen’ is the motto of the Apostles of the Resurrection. With these words the Risen Jesus sends Mary Magdalene to announce His resurrection to the Apostles – this is why Mary Magdalene is called ‘the Apostle to the Apostles’. … This is why St. Mary Magdalene is our patron saint, and why one of our feast days is July 22 – the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 7)

Deceased:
Fr. Andrew Mikosz, 1943, Chicago, USA
Fr. Aleksander Kusik, 1981, Poznan, Poland

For the Apostles of the Resurrection, may they, like Mary Magdalene, proclaim Christ Risen to the world.
In thanksgiving for St. Mary Magdalene, Disciple of the Lord, the first to announce the Resurrection of the Lord to the world.
For all the deceased, may the gift of the Resurrection be theirs.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“I would propose to you as an icon Mary Magdalene, the apostle to the apostles.” (Address by Pope Francis to General Chapter 2017, 1)

St. Bridget
2026-07-23
FOCAL POINT:
“For the perfect fulfillment of our vows and in order to truly die together with Christ, the spirit of mortification is necessary. … Therefore, we will carry out everything properly and faithfully, courageously face all adversities and lovingly and eagerly conquer all difficulties and anything that can turn us away from God.” (Con. 80)

Birthdays:
Br. Edward Jaszkowski, 1938, USA
Fr. Wojciech Mleczko, 1980, Poland

For the grace to imitate our Founders.
For the perseverance of all the members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.
May the patroness of poets, Saint Bridget, assist them in bringing forth the beauty of poetry.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The participation of the laity often brings unexpected and rich insights into certain aspects of the charism, leading to a more spiritual interpretation of it and helping to draw from it directions for new activities in the apostolate.” (Vita Consecrata, 55)

St. Sharbel Makhluf
2026-07-24
FOCAL POINT:
“Above all, we strive to acquire internal mortification, which includes recollection, silence and the awareness of God’s presence. These forms of mortification are all the more necessary considering the fact that we are called to the apostolic life.” (Con. 81)

Deceased:
Fr. Henry Panfil, 1971, Fontana, USA
Fr. John Bocian, 1974, Woodstock, USA
Fr. Theodore Klopotowski, 1976, Chicago, USA
Fr. Paul Balcer, 1986, Homestead, USA
Br. John Traynor, 1992, Kitchener, Canada

Birthday:
Fr. Manuel Williams, 1957, USA

For our members in the missions, especially in Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria and Tanzania.
For the Maronite Monks of Lebanon who celebrate St. Sharbel, recognizing his efforts to unite Christians and Muslims in peace.
For vocations to our Congregation.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The changes taking place in society and the decrease in the number of vocations is weighing heavily on the consecrated life in some regions of the world. … The trials of the present do not take away from their merits and the positive results of their efforts.” (Vita Consecrata, 63)

St. James
2026-07-25
FOCAL POINT:
“We regard the practice of external mortification as a necessary means to give our wills more perfect control over our other facilities. Mortification will help us attain the freedom of the sons of God and will make us more receptive to God’s graces.” (Con. 82)

Deceased:
Fr. Karol Falinski, 1923, Tarnow, Poland
Br. Roberto Zumpetta, 1926, Chicago, USA

Birthday:
Bp. Robert Kurtz, 1939, USA

For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
For the members of our local communities in their efforts to bring the care, compassion and forgiveness of Christ to one another.
For all married couples and their families.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Since its very beginning, the Congregation of the Resurrection has been putting great emphasis on forming the laity in such a way as to empower them to transform – resurrection – the society from within.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 3)

Sts. Anne & Joachim
2026-07-26
FOCAL POINT:
“The Congregation desires that one of our principal external mortifications will be that we carry out our apostolic labors faithfully and zealously. Also, we will be ready to accept sickness, other human limitations and the demands of common life with patience and submission to the will of God.” (Con. 82)

Deceased:
Fr. Cornelius Siegfried, 1989, Waterloo, Canada

Ordination:
Fr. Edson Siqueira da Silva, 2008, Brazil

For our deceased members and benefactors, for all the faithful departed, and for the one who will die first among us.
In thanksgiving for parents, especially for Saints Anne and Joachim, the parents of Mary.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“It was Bogdan Janski’s dream that both the laity and the consecrated religious would work together for the resurrection of society – each in their own way, proper to their vocation.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 3)

Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - World Day of Prayer for Grandparents and the Elderly
2026-07-27
FOCAL POINT:
“The Superior General … serves the entire Congregation through Canonical Visitations and frequent contact; he promotes unity, fruitful community life and fidelity to the Congregation’s Charism.” (Con. 87)

Deceased:
Fr. Peter Popa, 1885, Chicago, USA

For fidelity to our charism and our vows, and for the spirit of the resurrection.
For continued growth in the prayer life of the Congregation.
For those who have asked us to pray for their intentions
In thanksgiving for great wisdom and love which grandparents and the elderly offer the world.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The link between the Apostles and vowed Resurrectionists is spiritual in nature; it is the desire to live the same vision and same dream.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 3)

July 28
2026-07-28
FOCAL POINT:
“The Superior General … will foster the conviction that we are members of a single, loving Resurrection family and that we are, therefore, to be sensitive to the needs of members of the Congregation in other Provinces and Regions.” (Con. 102)

Deceased:
Br. Marcin Karpinski, 1934, Rome, Italy

For the Church, our Holy Father and for our local ordinary.
For all the members of our Congregation, but remembering especially our professed Brothers.
For couples and families who face difficulties in their relationships.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The challenge for both Resurrectionists and Apostles is to live out the Mission and Charism of the Congregation of the Resurrection in our lives in a deeper way, in the hope of bringing about the resurrection of society and entering into our own personal Resurrection.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 3 – 4)

Sts. Martha, Mary and Lazarus
2026-07-29
FOCAL POINT:
“The Visitation should take place in an atmosphere of fraternal love and confidence, and lead to spiritual and apostolic growth.” (Con. 102)

Deceased:
Fr. Jerome Cwiak, 1961, San Luis Obispo, USA
Fr. Jerzy Smolinski, 2013, Vienna, Austria

For our Congregation, our superiors and for vocations to our Congregation.
That our monthly days of recollection may be a fruitful source of motivation and renewal.
For all those we count as friends, who like the friends of Jesus, (Martha, Mary and Lazarus) help us to be our true selves.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Both the Apostles and the Resurrectionists need to support and nourish each other by sharing and living our faith, as we will attempt to bring about the resurrection of society, starting with ourselves.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 4)

Saint Peter Chrysologus
2026-07-30
FOCAL POINT:
“In individual interviews, the Superior General will call to the attention of the members matters that pertain to the religious, priestly and apostolic life and discipline.” (Con. 102)

Deceased:
Fr. Raffaello Ferrigno, 1895, Verona, Italy
Fr. Adolf Drewniak, 1942, Vienna, Austria
Fr. Edward Golnik, 1964, Winnetka, USA
Fr. Stanislaw Landzwojczak, Krakow, Poland

For our parents, relatives, friends and benefactors, and for those who have recommended themselves to our prayers.
For peace in the world.
For those struggling in their faith relationship with God.
May the communion of saints, including Saint Peter Chrysologus, lead us to ever-greater devotion and prayer.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“It is also our hope and desire as professed religious that we can learn from and be enriched by the many gifts of our Lay Associates, by the sharing of their lives and faith journeys.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 4)

St. Ignatius of Loyola
2026-07-31
FOCAL POINT:
“The Provincial Superior and his Council will coordinate, direct and stimulate the internal and external apostolate of the entire Province through close contact with the individual religious and the local communities.” (Con. 121)

Deceased:
Cl. Franciszek Ofierzynski, 1895, Koscian, Poland
Fr. Boguslaw Borzyszkowski, 2019, Puck, Poland

For the grace to imitate our Founders and for fidelity to our charism.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For the Society of Jesus as they celebrate their founder, St. Ignatius of Loyola.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The Apostles of the Resurrection share in the spirituality, Charism and Mission of the Congregation of the Resurrection by living them out wherever God has placed them in life – in families, among friends, at school, at work, or in their own parish.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 7 – 8)

St. Alphonsus Liguori
2026-08-01
FOCAL POINT:
“The strength of the Congregation is dependent upon the intensity of the spiritual life and the fruitful apostolic life of each local community. Therefore, individual houses will be vital Christian communities where the faith, hope and love of each religious is both expressed and developed.” (Con. 135)

Deceased:
Fr. Norbert Dentinger, 1966, Waterloo, Canada

For our members in the missions of Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria and Tanzania.
For peace in the world.
For the Redemptorist community as they celebrate the memory of St. Alphonsus Liguori.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The Apostles are invited to support with their many talents, time and prayers the particular ministries led by the Resurrectionists, that is parishes, education and faith formation ministries, vocation ministry, and others.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 8)

St. Eusebius of Vercelli & Peter Julian Eymard
2026-08-02
FOCAL POINT:
“Faith is expressed and developed as the religious share their Christian values, celebrate the Eucharist together and pray together.” (Con. 135)

Deceased:
Fr. Joseph Serszen, 1946, St. Louis, USA

Birthday:
Fr. Paul Sims, 1957, Canada

For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
For vocations to our Congregation.
For the intercession of St. Eusebius, who affirmed the divinity of Jesus Christ; may he inspire us to deepen our understanding of the divinity.
For the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament who celebrate their founder today, Saint Peter Julian Eymard.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The Apostles also commit to pray daily for the Resurrectionists and their ministries, for vocations to the Congregation, and for fellow Apostles and their intentions.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 8)

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
2026-08-03
FOCAL POINT:
“Hope is expressed and developed when they [members] share one another’s sorrows and joys and when they encourage and support one another in pursuit of their spiritual and apostolic goals.” (Con. 135)

Deceased:
Br. Luigi Scafazucca, 1917, Rome, Italy
Fr. Theodore Wroblewski, 1959, Chicago, USA
Fr. Frederick Keleher, 1983, Kitchener, Canada
Fr. Piotr Bulczak, 2021, Drawsko Pomorskie, Poland

Birthday:
Br. Mariusz Kowalski, 1979, Poland

For members of our families and benefactors, living and deceased.
For the one who will die first among us.
For a deeper understanding of the vows.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Each religious community in the Catholic Church lives and ministers according to their specific and unique charism, a ‘gift’ they have and share with the larger Church.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 11)

St. Jean-Marie Vianney
2026-08-04
FOCAL POINT:
“Love is expressed and developed by their [members] efforts to bring the care, compassion and forgiveness of Christ to one another and by their efforts to become signs of the unrestricted quality of His love, by the sincere manifestation of their love for all of the religious with whom they have been asked to share their lives in this particular local community.” (Con. 135)

Deceased:
Fr. Edwin Lapinski, 2021, Waterloo, Canada

For fidelity to our charism and religious vows and for the spirit of the resurrection.
That the Risen Lord bless us with vocations in order to carry on His ministry.
For all who have died, may the promise of the Resurrection be their reward.
May the example of Saint Jean-Marie Vianney inspire priests to ever-greater dedication to the priesthood.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“As an Apostle of the Resurrection you will be invited to share our Charism and participate in our Mission.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 13)

Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major & Blessed Frederic Janssoone
2026-08-05
FOCAL POINT:
“Local communities will give witness to the presence of the Spirit, as the bond of love among the religious. For this love to be present, relationships will be based upon openness, trust, understanding and acceptance.” (Con. 136)

Birthday:
Fr. Czeslaw Marchewicz, 1957, Poland

For the Church, the Holy Father and our local ordinary.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
Today we celebrate the Dedication of Santa Maria Maggiore, the largest Church in Rome in honor of Mary, Mother of God; may Mary continue to inspire and guide us in our faith.
For the Order of Friars Minor of Canada who were established by Blessed Frederic Janssoone.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The personal links with the brothers, deacons and priests of the local community will be the strongest bond the Apostles will have, but hopefully they will also become aware of other ministries of Resurrectionists both in Canada and throughout the world.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 15)

The Transfiguration of the Lord
2026-08-06
FOCAL POINT:
“Through the power of the Spirit, the religious can become visible signs that it is possible to live together in love, guided by Gospel principles.” (Con. 136)

Deceased:
Fr. Hugo Hayes, 1965, Hamilton, Canada

For our Congregation, our superiors, especially our local superior, and for vocations to our Congregation.
On this day let us celebrate the transfigured Lord, as his face continues to shine in midst.
For the people of Hiroshima, Japan, who on this day in 1945 were ravaged by an atomic bomb.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“At the same time, [Resurrectionists] want to be part of your [Apostles] life as well, and want to offer you our friendship and support.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 16)

St. Sixtus II and St. Cajetan
2026-08-07
FOCAL POINT:
“Community life will serve as a model for the other Christian communities which result from apostolic efforts. These Christian communities will serve as models for other similar communities within the local Church.” (Con. 136)

Deceased:
Bp. Joannes Garufalov, 1951, Sofia, Bulgaria
Fr. Leo Cushing, 1961, St. Agatha, Canada

For our country, and for civil authorities on the local and national levels.
That through the intercession of St. Cajetan, religious reformer and co-founder of the Theatines, the Congregation of the Resurrection may be blessed with vocations.
May the martyrdom of St. Sixtus II serve as inspiration to us as we strive to proclaim the message of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Your [Apostles] relationship with us, and our relationship with you, is always a two-way street, and so it not only us enriching your lives, but also you enriching our lives.” (Apostles of the Resurrection Handbook, 16)

St. Dominic
2026-08-08
FOCAL POINT:
“Bogdan Janski founded the Congregation on the belief that society can be resurrected only through the establishment of Christian communities where the truth that was revealed by Jesus is lived out in love. The realization of his vision calls for the establishment of vital and highly visible local communities as an essential element of the Congregation’s mission.” (Con. 137)

Deceased:
Fr. Josef Hube, 1891, Rome, Italy
Fr. Jan Muller, 1973, Koscierzyna, Poland

Ordination:
Fr. Ricardo Michelin de Souza, 2020, Brazil

For our parents, relatives, friends and benefactors, and for all who have recommended themselves to our prayers.
For our pastors, superiors and provincial leaders.
For the Dominican Order as they celebrate their founder, St. Dominic.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“There is no greater example of what Christian leadership is, what it ought to look like in practice, than that of Jesus the Good Shepherd.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors, I-I)

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross
2026-08-09
FOCAL POINT:
“This view of its Mission helps the religious to understand that the time and energy required to establish vital Christian communities in local Houses does not deprive the apostolate of fruitfulness; on the contrary, this expenditure of time and energy is an expression of their apostolate.” (Con. 137)

Deceased:
Fr. Feliks Szmit, 1981, Warsaw, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Lesiak, 2019, Busko Zdroj, Poland

Ordination:
Fr. Marcio Correa Mendes, 2008, Brazil

For the grace to imitate our Founders, and for fidelity to our charism.
May the example of St. Teresa, martyred in Auschwitz where she offered her very self for the people of Israel, inspire us to ever-deeper dedication to our faith.
For the people of Nagasaki, Japan, who on this day in 1945 were ravaged by the atomic bomb.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The true shepherd feeds, nurtures, comforts, corrects and protects the sheep entrusted to his care.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors, I-I)

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
2026-08-10
FOCAL POINT:
“Each House will pursue its spiritual program and apostolic mission on the basis of local decisions, but always in accordance with the spirit of the Congregation and the prescriptions of the Constitutions and Provincial and Regional Statutes. This calls for leadership on the part of the local superior, even while stressing the observance of a collegial spirit.” (Con. 138)

Deceased:
Cl. Leo Jachim, 1928, Rome, Italy
Fr. Edward Brzezinski, 1973, Chicago, USA
Fr. Edwin Bak, 1981, North Las Vegas, USA

Birthday:
Fr. Bronislaw Zaranski, 1938, Poland

For our members in the missions.
For blessings upon all of our ministries.
For the one among who will die first.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The provincial/regional superior exercises his ministry, not to accumulate and exercise ‘power’, but to lead as a servant.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors, I-III)

St. Clare
2026-08-11
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

For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For St. Clare, foundress of the Order of Poor Ladies who adhere to the Franciscan tradition.

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)

St. Jane Frances de Chantal
2026-08-12
FOCAL POINT:
[At community meetings, members] “will support, encourage and affirm each other and call each other to conversion through a more fruitful response to the values of Jesus.” (Con. 139)

Ordination:
Fr. Philip Justinian, 2021, Tanzania
Fr. Joseph Chacha, 2022, Tanzania
Fr. Vitalis Masika, 2022, Tanzania

For our deceased members and benefactors, and for the one who will die first among us.
For our members no longer engaged in full-time active ministry.
For the Order of Visitation of Mary, whose foundress, St. Jane Frances de Chantal, is celebrated today.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Ultimately the provincial/regional superior is, in unity with all the members of the province/region, to work towards achieving their full potential in God’s service as members of the Congregation of the Resurrection – which announces and gives witness to the Paschal Mystery.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors. I-III)

Sts. Pontian and Hippolytus
2026-08-13
FOCAL POINT:
“When they trust one another enough to speak the truth in love, the tensions which arise out of their daily living situation are reduced or eliminated through the experience of reconciliation.” (Con. 139)

Deceased:
Cl. Franciszek Brzozowski, 1931, Lwow, Poland
Br. Clement Baltruszajtis, 1931, Chicago, USA
Fr. Jan Gracz, 1942, Dachau, Germany

Birthday:
Juliusz Figlak, 1981, Poland

For increased fidelity to our religious vows and for the spirit of resurrection.
For our deceased parents, relatives and friends.
For the communion of saints as they call us to greater holiness.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The provincial/regional superior has a unique and important office to fulfil, an office that requires profound dedication, and a deep spiritual love for the members they are called to lead.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors, II-II)

St. Maximilian Kolbe
2026-08-14
FOCAL POINT:
“Each local House is to establish a degree of order by setting aside times for prayer, meals, relaxation, celebration and silence. The observance of this order will be carried out in an atmosphere of ease and flexibility. A balance will be maintained between the needs of the community life and legitimate personal needs.” (Con. 140)

Deceased:
Fr. Teofil Szypkowski, 1930, Chicago, USA
Fr. Leo Dentinger, 1971, Kitchener, Canada
Fr. Richard McGee, 2012, San Bernardino, USA

Birthdays:
Fr. Paul Voisin, 1951, Canada
Fr. Roman Kotewicz, 1953, Poland
Cl. Pawel Obrebski, 1992, Poland
Cl. Francis Mkata Peter, 1996, Tanzania

Ordination:
Fr. Edward Howe, 2010, USA

For all living and deceased benefactors.
For vocations to the Congregation.
In thanksgiving for the sacrifice of St. Maximilian Kolbe and the example he set for us.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Regular participation in prayer, liturgy and ritual practices will greatly aid the superior in their mission, for their mission, while spiritually fulfilling, can be physically demanding and exhausting.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superiors, II-II)

Assumption of Mary
2026-08-15
FOCAL POINT:
[Mary] “In Her assumption, she was raised up to share in the risen life of Jesus. If we follow Her as our model, we learn to share in the passion, death and resurrection of Her Son and we too will be freed from sin and will share in His new life in the Spirit.” (Con. 8)

Deceased:
Br. Roman Wisniewski, 1985, Koscierzyna, Poland

Birthday:
Fr. Antoni Dziorek, 1950, USA

First Vows:
Fr. Stefan Duda, 1951, Poland
Fr. Wladyslaw Tarnowski, 1951, Poland
Fr. Zdzislaw Korcz, 1952, Poland
Fr. Jerzy Walkusz, 1954, Poland
Fr. Stefan Koperek. 1958, Poland
Fr. Edward Lipiec, 1961, Poland
Fr. Tadeusz Nosal, 1961, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Wojtowicz, 1961, Poland
Fr. Henryk Karbowiak, 1962, Poland
Fr. Gregory Helminski, 1968, USA
Fr. Tadeusz Gajda, 1972, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Zaranski, 1972, Poland
Fr. Marian Banski, 1973, Poland
Fr. Roman Kotewicz, 1973, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Lasota, 1973, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Napiecek, 1973, Poland
Br. Stefan Pawluczuk, 1973 Final 1978, Poland
Fr. Florian Stasinski, 1973, Poland
Fr. Jan Nikel, 1974, Poland
Fr. Michal Osuch, 1974, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Stenka, 1974, Poland
Fr. Marek Perzynski, 1975, Poland
Fr. Andre Krzyzanowski, 1976, Poland
Fr. Gregorio Stachowiak, 1976, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Mikucki, 1977, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Sawoscianik, 1977, Poland
Fr. Adam Wroblewicz, 1977, Poland
Fr. Ryszard Burda, 1978, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Gieniusz, 1978, Poland
Fr. Jacek Krzekotowski, 1978, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Skrzypczak, 1978, Poland
Fr. Herbert Sojka, 1978, Poland
Fr. Grzegorz Wisniewski, 1978, Poland
Fr. Czeslaw Marchewicz, 1979, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Pankiewicz, 1979, Poland
Fr. Bernard Hylla, 1980, Poland
Fr. Adam Raczynski, 1980, Poland
Fr. Ryszard Bala, 1981, Poland
Fr. Krzysztof Czerwionka, 1981, Poland
Fr. Edward Hering, 1981, Poland
Fr. Leslaw Ogryzek, 1981, Poland
Fr. Jan Poja, 1981, Poland
Fr. Piotr Przywecki, 1981, Poland
Fr. Edward Howe, 1986, USA
Fr. Steven Thoma, 1986, USA
Fr. Joseph de Viveiros, 1987, Canada
Br. Christopher Trimpe, 1998, Final August 11, 2001, USA
Fr. Paul Smith, 2002, USA
Fr. Eric Wagner, 2003, USA
Fr. Raphael Ma, 2015, Canada
Cl. Joseph Juma Chacha, 2016, Tanzania
Fr. Michael Yohana Henrico Kachwele, 2016, Tanzania
Fr. Philip Justinian, 2016, Tanzania
Cl. Vitalis Masika, 2016, Tanzania

For the Church, our Holy Father and for our local ordinary.
For a deeper devotion to Our Lady, the Mother of our Congregation.
For vocations to our Congregation.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Fulfillment of the responsibilities proper to the provincial/regional superior is greatly influenced by the willingness of the members to adhere to, to listen to, the voice of God that is revealed through the provincial/regional superior.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superior, II-IV)

St. Stephen of Hungary
2026-08-16
FOCAL POINT:
“Hospitality for guests is an important value and is a way of giving witness to Christian community living. This hospitality will always be carried out in a spirit of cordiality and at the same time in a spirit of prudence and sensitivity to the needs of the religious, in order to maintain a degree of silence and privacy allowing for areas strictly reserved for religious.” (Con. 141)

Deceased:
Cl. George Kraemer, 1941, Kitchener, Canada
Br. Ignacy Krolikiewicz, 1946, Vienna, Austria

For our Congregation, our superiors, and for vocations to our Congregation.
For blessings upon all members of the Congregation of the Resurrection and Apostles of the Resurrection.
For the people of Hungary as they celebrate their patron saint, St. Stephen.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Members must sacrifice their own wills for the good of the institute, and the good of the Church, and see in their provincial/regional superior the unfolding of the graces and blessings of God.” (Handbook for Provincial/Regional Superior, (II-IV)
