Fifth Sunday of Easter
2026-04-28
FOCAL POINT:
“As our faith grows, we will come to recognize that the Holy Spirit speaks to us in many different ways: Sacred Scriptures, the Magisterium, the prescriptions of our Constitutions and Statutes, and ecclesiastical and religious Superiors.” (Con. 43)

Deceased:
Fr. Stefan Pawlicki, 1916, Krakow, Poland
Br. Ladislaus Rokosh, 1926, Chicago, USA
Fr. Stanislaw Szulhaczewicz, 2018, Zlocieniec, Poland

Birthdays:
Fr. Kazimierz Sawoscianik, 1956, Poland
Fr. Wojciech P. Pelka, 1973, Poland

Ordinations:
Fr. Ryszard Burda, 1984, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Gieniusz, 1984, Poland
Fr. Jacek Krzekotowski, 1984, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Skrzypczak, 1984, Poland
Fr. Herbert Sojka, 1984, Poland
Fr. Grzegorz Wisniewski, 1984, Poland
Fr. Juliusz Figlak, 2007, Poland
Fr. Krzysztof Janik, 2007, Poland
Fr. Pawel Kruczek, 2007, Poland
Fr. Szczepan Matula, 2007, Poland
Fr. Wojciech Mleczko, 2007, Poland
Fr. Zbigniew Skora, 2007, Poland
Fr. Damian Stachowiak, 2007, Poland
Fr. Piotr Starmach, 2007, Poland

For continued cooperation among the province/regions in areas of the apostolate as well as in formation.
For those in our Congregation who are struggling with their faith.
For the gift of wisdom for our superiors.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The missions of the Congregation continue to be a priority.” (Provincial Statute, 85)

St. Catherine of Siena
2026-04-29
FOCAL POINT:
“The Holy Spirit speaks to us … in personal inspirations, the consensus we arrive at when we collectively seek God’s will through dialogue and house meetings.” (Con. 43)

Deceased:
Fr. August Mosser, 1930, Rome, Italy
Fr. Stanley Ross, 1969, Fontana, USA
Fr. Frank Dentinger, 1992, Guelph, Canada
Fr. Francis Grzechowiak, 2004, Des Plaines, USA

Ordination:
Fr. James Donohue, 1983, Canada

For all of our men in formation, for the directors of formation and for vocations.
For our country, for justice and peace.
For the Dominicans who celebrate today the great theologian and mystic, Saint Catherine of Siena.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“On our journey we have before us a new horizon. Its landscape may frighten us, but we believe in God’s unconditional love for us and we move forward in hope, trusting that God will bring new life out of death.” (New Horizons of Hope, 1)

Saint Marie of the Incarnation
2026-04-30
FOCAL POINT:
“The Holy Spirit speaks to us … through the demands of common life and the apostolate and the events of daily life.” (Con. 43)

Deceased:
Fr. Adalbert Kmiecik, 1940, Castleton, USA
Fr. Arthur Adamski, 1977, Chicago, USA
Fr. Peter Lenczyk, 1977, Fontana, USA
Fr. Constantin Patronov, 1991, Malko Tirnovo, Bulgaria

Birthdays:
Fr. Alexandre Lopes Alessio, 1982, Brazil

For our Congregation and our superiors, especially our local superior.
For our members in the missions.
For Saint Marie of the Incarnation, who founded the first girls school in Canada, may she continue to inspire young women in their thirst for knowledge.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“In the apostolates, the Congregation recognizes that ministry is mutual, that is, its members receive as well as give when ministering according to the Gospel.” (Resurrectionist Formation, 177)

St. Joseph the Worker and St. Pius V
2026-05-01
FOCAL POINT:
Our reflections on the charism of our Congregation will help us to understand the place of Mary in our history and life.

Deceased:
Br. Mariano Felici, 1912, Gerano, Italy
Fr. John Kosinski, 1914, Chicago, USA
Fr. Henry Blaski, 1999, Des Plaines, USA

Ordination:
Fr. Lucjan Krzywonos, 1974, Poland
Fr. Pedro Loll, 1974, Poland
Fr. Ryszard Pacholec, 1974, Poland
Fr. Roman Palma, 1974, Poland
Fr. Henryk Rojek, 1974, Poland
Fr. Adao Swatek, 1974, Poland
Fr. Joseph de Viveiros, 1992, Canada

For our members serving at the Shrine of Mentorella.
For faithfulness to our vows and for the spirit of the Resurrection.
For blessings on those people and institutions named in honor of St. Joseph the Worker.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The history of religious life chronicles a constant challenge to the status quo, a prophetic voice pushing the boundaries of the Church and renewing static and outdated structures.” (Formation Policies and Procedures, 19)

St. Athanasius
2026-05-02
FOCAL POINT:
Through the intercession of Our Lady of Mentorella our Congregation receives the graces of the Mother of our Congregation.

Deceased:
Fr. Vincent Barzynski, 1899, Chicago, USA
Br. Pasquale Millicone, 1901, Adrianople, Bulgaria
Br. August Szwaba, 1906, St. Mary, USA

Birthday:
Br. Mosses Katikiro Karumbula, 1988, Tanzania

Ordinations:
Fr. Janusz Gadek, 1992, Poland
Fr. Jaroslaw Kinka, 1992, Poland
Fr. Miroslaw Knap, 1992, Poland
Fr. Roman Krekora, 1992, Poland
Fr. Adam Otrebski, 1992, Poland
Fr. Jerzy Rolka, 1992, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Siwiec, 1992, Poland
Fr. Jerzy Zieba, 1992, Poland

In thanksgiving for graces received from Our Lady of Mentorella.
For those who were at one time members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For those who pray for us and our ministries.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Religious for their part, have always stood at the center of the Church as a source of renewal and transformation.” (Formation Policies and Procedures, 19)

Sts. Philip and James
2026-05-03
FOCAL POINT:
Our Lady of Czestochowa intercedes powerfully for the members of our Polish Province, for our apostolate among Poles, and for our community.

Deceased:
Fr. John Kasprzycki, 1933, Chicago, USA
Fr. Frederick Arnold, 1955, Hamilton, Canada
Fr. Jose Pereira da Silva, 2022, Resende, Brazil

Birthdays:
Fr. Krzysztof Czerwionka, 1960, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Madry, 1970, Poland

Ordination:
Fr. Paul Sims, 1986, USA

For the people and church of Poland.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For all deceased benefactors.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“As a religious congregation we are committed to the transmission of our heritage and undertake to challenge, support, and assist those who intend to follow in the footsteps of the Founders.” (Formation Policies and Procedures, 23)

St. Francois De Laval
2026-05-06
FOCAL POINT:
“If we follow Her [Mary] 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:
Novice Wladyslaw Zachuta, 1886, Krakow, Poland

Birthday:
Fr. Adam Wroblewicz, 1957, Poland

Ordinations:
Fr. Lucjan Bartkowiak, 2000, Poland
Fr. Bartlomiej Gzella, 2000, Poland
Fr. Wieslaw Hnatejko, 2000, Poland
Fr. Arkadiusz Kita, 2000, Poland
Fr. Wojciech P. Pelka, 2000, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Sosnowski, 2000, Poland
Fr. Grzegorz Sosnowski, 2000, Poland
Fr. Artur Traczewski, 2000, Poland
Fr. Wojciech Faron, 2006, Poland
Fr. Sebastian Habowski, 2006, Poland

For our Congregation, our superiors, and for vocations.
For those who have asked us to pray for them.
That the patron of the Bishops of Canada, St. Francois De Laval, will continue to inspire the bishops as they shepherd the people of Canada.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The importance of common life in the charism and mission of the Congregation should be given serious consideration by the provincial and regional superiors in determining whether a new apostolate absolutely requires a religious to live alone.” (A Vision of Hope, 11)

Fifth Sunday of Easter
2026-05-07
FOCAL POINT:
“Mary’s life of prayer is a model for our life of prayer. She teaches us how to hear God’s word, ponder it in our hearts and act upon it.” (Con. 55)

Deceased:
Fr. Walerian Przewlocki, 1895, Rome, Italy

Birthday:
Fr. Slawomir Siemieniec, 1965, Brazil

For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For those who were our formation directors, living and deceased.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“We direct that the Provincial/Regional Superior directly encourage and challenge the membership to take leadership in their respective ministry to foster religious vocations and to support the efforts of the vocation director.” (A Vision of Hope, 12)

Blessed Catherine of St. Augustine
2026-05-08
FOCAL POINT:
“Mary teaches us how to intercede for the needs of others and to pray for the outpouring of the Spirit upon the Church.” (Con. 55)

Deceased:
Br. John Bogatko, 1943, Chicago, USA
Fr. Chester Bawelek, 1977, Crown Point, USA
Fr. Joseph Scollard, 2016, Waterloo, Canada

For our deceased members and benefactors.
For all those who have asked us to remember them in our prayers.
In thanksgiving for Blessed Catherine of St. Augustine who developed the Hotel-Dieu de Quebec.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“New horizons do await us. Looking to the past and what we used to call our own is one way to put off turning to the future.” (New Horizons of Hope, 2)

May 9
2026-05-09
FOCAL POINT:
“Mary is the perfect disciple of Jesus and is the model of all who are called to discipleship.” (Con. 152)

Deceased:
Br. Piotr Zasiurski, 1928, Krakow, Poland
Fr. Feliks Szreder, 1989, Krakow, Poland
Fr. Raymond Hofmann, 2013, Louisville, USA

Ordination:
Fr. Daniel Hinc, 2009, Poland

For the souls of all the deceased, and for the one who will died first among us.
For blessings upon all Resurrectionists who work in pastoral, educational and health care ministries.
For peace in the world.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Baptism … involves a commitment to share in the Paschal Mystery of Jesus throughout one’s entire life by continuing to die to a self-centered experience and to rise to a God-centered existence.” (Resurrectionist Formation, 110)

St. John of Avila
2026-05-10
FOCAL POINT:
“Our religious will become more perfect disciples of Jesus if they follow Mary, rely on Mary and tend to Christ through Mary.” (Con. 152)

Ordinations:
Fr. Sutherland MacDonald, 1969, Canada
Fr. Bernard Hylla, 1986, Poland
Fr, Maciej Braun, 2003, Poland
Fr. Jan Kanty Kaczmarek, 2003, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Szklarczyk, 2003, Poland

For faithfulness to our vows, and for the spirit of Resurrection.
That through the intercession of St. John of Avila we may strive for greater theological scholarship.
For our members in the missions.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“… attitudes with which to carry out our apostolates. Two of these are a desire to reach those in the fringes of the Church and a desire to practice our apostolates in a manner which will prompt others to consider them as a model to follow.” (Resurrectionist Formation, 181)

May 11
2026-05-11
FOCAL POINT:
“Parishes will foster devotion to Mary, the Mother of the Church. … Her aid and intercession are important if the apostolic activities of the Congregation are to be fruitful.” (Con. 219)

Deceased:
Fr. Leon Lisiecki,1981, Poznan, Poland

Birthday:
Fr. Damian Korcz, 1975, Poland

First Vows:
Fr. Donald Suberlak, 1959, USA

Ordinations:
Fr. Jan Dziechciar, 1991, Poland
Fr. Artur Kardas, 1991, Poland
Fr. Jacek Praski, 1991, Poland
Fr. Daniel Lobsinger, 1996, Canada

For fidelity to our charism and the spirit of our Founders.
For those in our Congregation who are struggling with their faith.
For the gift of wisdom for our superiors.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The laity are not only invited to share in our Resurrectionist apostolate but that we Resurrectionists are called to assist the laity in identifying and carrying out their own proper mission.” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 12)

Canada Health Day
2026-05-12
FOCAL POINT:
“Mary continues to be active in the outpouring of the Spirit upon the Church, upon the Congregation and upon the people to whom the religious minister.” (Con. 219)

Deceased:
Br. Jozef Warzybok, 1930, Lwow, Poland
Fr. Francis Kubiaczyk, 1933, Chicago, USA
Fr. Anthony Gozdziak 1972, Montgomery, USA
Fr. Henryk Bancerowski, 2019, Krakow, Poland

Ordinations:
Fr. Adam P. Blyszcz 1994, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Jankowski, 1994, Poland
Fr. Lech Nowinski, 1994, Poland
Fr. Krzysztof Swol, 1994, Poland
Fr. Dariusz Tabor, 1994, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Zaryczny, 1994, Poland
Fr. Tomasz Rostek, 2012, Poland

For the church and our Holy Father.
Let us remember on this Canada Health Day that health and healing are essential aspects of our baptismal vocation.
For all who have died in the Risen Lord.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Human beings come into existence apart from any decisions or power on their part. Human existence is a deliberate wish of God.” (Resurrectionist Formation, 45)

Our Lady of Fatima
2026-05-13
FOCAL POINT:
Mary had a great reverence for the Word of God, God’s word to us and a clear understanding of God’s love for us.

Deceased:
Br. John Nawrocki, 1956, Chicago, USA
Fr. Bernard Hayes, 2015, Waterloo, Canada

Birthdays:
Fr. Janusz Gadek, 1960, Poland
Fr. Piotr Gastol, 1985, Poland

For our living and deceased benefactors.
That we will turn to Our Lady for assistance in times of need.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Out of the many possible ways of fostering vocations, prayer was the single one our Lord specified.” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 9)

Sixth Sunday of Easter ~ Mother’s Day
2026-05-14
FOCAL POINT:
Many children in our parishes will receive their first communion during the month of May reminding us of the centrality of the Eucharist in our lives.

Deceased:
Fr. Karol Kaczanowski, 1873, Rome, Italy
Fr. Casimir Polinski, 2005, Chicago, USA

Ordinations:
Fr. Jerzy Walkusz, 1960, Poland
Fr. Murray McDermott, 1977, Canada
Fr. Paul Voisin, 1977, Canada
Fr. Kazimierz Mikucki, 1983, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Sawoscianik, 1983, Poland
Fr. Adam Wroblewicz, 1983, Poland

For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For the gift of wisdom for all Pastors.
For all mother’s living and deceased.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Gospel stories teach us to recognize Jesus in our midst whenever our name is lovingly pronounced (as in the case of Mary Magdalene), whenever we break bread (as in Emmaus) and when we touch the suffering wounds of others (as happened to Thomas).” (New Horizons of Hope, 2)

May 15
2026-05-15
FOCAL POINT:
As Resurrectionists we strive to seek a deeper understanding of the nature and devotion of Mary.

Deceased:
Fr. Stanley Gadacz, 1972, Chicago, USA

Ordinations:
Fr. Philip Reilly, 1981, Canada
Fr. Salvatore Restivo, 1981, Canada
Fr. Andre Krzyanowski, 1982, Poland
Fr. Gregorio Stachowiak, 1982, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Trawicki, 1982, Poland
Fr. Eric Wagner, 2010, USA

That throughout this month of May we deepen our devotions of Mary, the Mother of God.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For peace and justice in our world.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“From the foundation of the Congregation of the Resurrection it was clear that our men gathered together and formed community, not based on culture or nationality, but on the Spirit of the Resurrection.” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 8)

May 16
2026-05-16
FOCAL POINT:
For a renewal of devotion to Mary among the faithful – a true and solid devotion adapted to our times.

Deceased:
Fr. Henry Szwaja, 1966, Chicago, USA
Fr. Charles Brunck, 1978, Kitchener, Canada
Br. Francis Dusiewicz, 2003, Des Plaines, USA

Birthday:
Fr. Philip Reilly, 1953, Canada

First Vows:
Fr. Stephen Glab, 1977, USA
Fr. Philip Reilly, 1977, Canada
Fr. Salvatore Restivo, 1977, Canada

Ordinations:
Fr. Augustyn Bazan 1996, Poland
Fr. Janusz Dyl, 1996, Poland
Fr. Radoslaw Glimasinski, 1996, Poland
Fr. Mariusz Kiniorski, 1996, Poland
Fr. Maciej Sasiak, 1996, Poland
Fr. Dariusz Szczecinski, 1996, Poland

For our country, for parents, relatives, friends and benefactors.
For those who recommended themselves to our prayers.
For all deceased members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“We invite the laity to join us as fellow collaborators in the mission of the Gospel” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 12)

May 17
2026-05-17
FOCAL POINT:
The various sodalities of Mary in our parishes remind us of the place of honor Mary holds in the Church.

Deceased:
Fr. Lukasz Swiatkowski, 1941, Radziwillow, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Polczynski, 1977, Poznan, Poland

Ordination:
Fr. Joseph Glab, 1975, USA
Fr. George Nowak, 1975, Poland
Fr. Andrezej Jagielka, 1975, Poland

That we may ascend with Christ in the high moments of life.
For parents, relatives, friends and benefactors, and for all those who have recommended themselves to our prayers.
For deceased members.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The document ‘Principles of Formation in Resurrectionists Spirituality’ was and remains an important part of our patrimony.” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 7)

St. John I
2026-05-18
FOCAL POINT:
Many religious communities, churches and institutions are dedicated to Mary, the Mother of God.

Deceased:
Br. Adam Szewczyk, 1966, Rome, Italy
Fr. Michael Danek, 2015, Chicago, USA

Birthday:
Fr. Andre Krzyzanowski, 1956, Poland

First Vows:
Fr. Stephen Bartczyszyn, 1980, USA
Fr. Paul Sims, 1980, USA

Ordinations:
Fr. Kazimierz Linkiewicz, 1957, Poland
Fr. Czeslaw Marchewicz, 1985, Poland
Fr. Stanislaw Pankiewicz, 1985, Poland

For all those who have recommended themselves to our prayers.
For the graces of Mary to continue to enrich the Church.
For all deceased members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“We need to remind ourselves frequently of God’s pleasure in creating and, in particular, His pleasure in creating us.” (Resurrectionist Formation, 43)

May 19
2026-05-19
FOCAL POINT:
The Congregation of the Resurrection, dedicated to Mary, proclaims and provides devotion to Her.

Deceased:
Fr. Stanislaw Grycz, 1928, Vienna, Austria

First Vows:
Fr. James Gibson, 1975, USA

Birthday:
Fr. Jan Soroka, 1962, Poland

Ordinations:
Fr. Andrzej Duda, 1990, Poland
Fr. Czeslaw Kaszubowski, 1990, Poland
Fr. Romuald Poltorak, 1990, Poland
Fr. Marek Ptak, 1990, Poland
Fr. Dariusz Schutzki, 1990, Poland
Fr. Paulo Solak, 1990, Poland
Bp. Wieslaw Spiewak, 1990, Poland
Fr. Dariusz Juliusz Teodorowski, 1990, Poland

For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For all the deceased.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Recognizing the signs of the times, [we] ought to be open to the needs for new forms of evangelization in our parishes.” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 11)

St. Bernadine of Siena
2026-05-20
FOCAL POINT:
We believe that Mary intercedes on our behalf to assist us in the proclamation of the Resurrection.

Deceased:
Fr. Anthony Weiler, 1949, Kitchener, Canada

Birthday:
Br. Mariusz Biedal, 1972, Poland

Ordination:
Fr. Tadeusz Gajda, 1978, Poland
Fr. Florian Stasinski, 1978, Poland
Fr. Kazimierz Zaranski, 1978, Poland
Fr. Marek Flasinski, 1989, Poland
Fr. Krzysztof Kasperek, 1989, Poland
Fr. Mieczyslaw Konieczek, 1989, Poland
Fr. Henryk Krajewski, 1989, Poland
Fr. Andrzej Lewandowski, 1989, Poland

For fidelity to the vows and the spirit of the Resurrection.
For all those who take the name of Mary; for all churches and institutions named in Her honor.
For members deceased and living parents.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Groups of Resurrectionists are encouraged to ask for the guidance of the Holy Spirit, to reflect upon their interests, abilities and the signs of the times in order to respond to the need for their ministerial presence.” (Witnesses to the Resurrection, 12)

Ascension of the Lord
2026-05-21
FOCAL POINT:
We believe that Mary, Mother of our Congregation, will lead us to a deeper understanding of the Paschal Mystery and help us to live that mystery daily.

Deceased:
Fr. Norman Weaver, 1960, North Bay, Canada
Novice Phillip Dotson, 2003, Evanston, USA
Fr. Edmund Jastrzebski, 2011, Chicago, USA

Birthday:
Fr. Marek Ptak, 1959, Poland

Ordinations:
Fr. Jacek Wojcik, 1998, Poland
Fr. Marcin Cwiek, 2011, Poland
Fr. Piotr Gastol, 2011, Poland
Fr. Mikolaj Lipitak, 2011, Poland
Fr. Krzysztof Szkubera, 2011, Poland

For our members ministering in the South American Region.
For our directors of formation, and for our novices and seminarians.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The more we resist dying, the more impossible it becomes to achieve new life.” (New Horizons of Hope, 1)

St. Rita of Cascia ~ Victoria Day in Canada
2026-05-22
FOCAL POINT:
We believe the intercession of Mary will assist us in being open to the full grace of the Holy Spirit.

Deceased:
Fr. Adolph Bakanowski, 1916, Krakow, Poland
Bp. Bernard Murphy, 1974, Hamilton, Bermuda
Br. Salvatore De Angelis, 1984, Pescara, Italy
Fr. John Finn, 1995, Kitchener, Canada
Fr. Thaddeus Napiorkowski 1995, Chicago, USA
Fr. Jan Konieczny, 2021, Krakow, Poland

Ordination:
Fr. Gary Young, 1976, USA

For the Resurrectionists of Brazil and Bolivia and the people they serve.
For our local church and our local bishop.
For vocations to the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“A special expression of our collaboration with the laity, which belongs to the foundational charism of the Congregation, is the presence of lay Resurrectionists, apart from the Congregation, who through promises constitute communities of the Risen Christ.” (A Vision of Hope, 5)

May 23
2026-05-23
FOCAL POINT:
By interceding with the Risen Lord, we receive the gift of wisdom in order to make God the beginning and end of our lives.

Deceased:
Fr. Franciszek Lis, 1972, Radziwillow, Poland
Fr. William Burns, 1986, Toronto, Canada

Birthday:
Fr. Adam Dzwigon, 1962, Poland

Ordinations:
Fr. Andrzej Kurek, 1981, Poland
Fr. Marek Perzynski, 1981, Poland
Fr. Ryszard Bala, 1987, Poland
Fr. Krzysztof Czerwionka, 1987, Poland
Fr. Leslaw Ogryzek, 1987, Poland
Fr. Piotr Przywecki, 1987, Poland
Fr. Adam Raczynski, 1987, Poland
Fr. Manuel Williams, 1987, USA

For vocations to our Congregation.
For our Holy Father, and for all bishops of the Church.
For deceased benefactors of the Congregation.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“The effect of original sin is that it disorients our sense appetites by attracting us to what is evil rather than to what is good.” (Resurrectionist Formation, 67)

World Day of Prayer for the Church in China
2026-05-24
FOCAL POINT:
It is the Church’s norms for prayer that encourages and guides us in our devotions of Mary.

Deceased:
Bp. Nino Marzoli, 2000, Rome, Italy

For our deceased members and benefactors.
For the one who will die first among us.
For blessings upon the Church of China.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Our collaboration with the laity is the most traditional characteristic of the apostolate of the community.” (A Vision of Hope, 4)

St. Bede the Venerable ~ St. Gregory VII ~ St. Mary Magdalene de’Pazzi
2026-05-25
FOCAL POINT:
Our devotion of Mary is firmly rooted in the revealed Word and based on solid dogmatic foundations.

Ordination:
Fr. Anthony Bus, 1984, USA

For our Congregation, our superiors and vocations to the Congregation.
In thanksgiving for the generosity of our benefactors.
For deceased members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“True hope is founded upon our own personal experience of dying and rising in union with Christ.” (New Horizons of Hope, 3)

St. Philip Neri
2026-05-26
FOCAL POINT:
Let us recall Mary’s unceasing and efficacious intercession on our behalf.

Deceased:
Fr. Simon Winter, 1967, Kitchener, Canada
Br. Josef Antyga, 1970, Vienna, Austria
Fr. Leonard Mustal, 1975, Lodrino, Switzerland
Fr. Pawl Mietki, 2010, Krakow, Poland
Fr. Charles Messler, 2017, St. Louis, USA

Birthday:
Br. Pawel Drach, 1991, Poland

First Vows:
Fr. James Donohue, 1979, Canada
Fr. Anthony Bus, 1979, USA

Ordinations:
Fr. Lukasz Pecyna, 2018, Poland
Fr. Daniel Szkubera, 2018, Poland

That we may imitate our Founders, especially their trust in divine providence.
For Mary’s continued intercession upon our Congregation.
For deceased members and benefactors.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“We confidently build on the past, using it to understand and respond to our new horizon. (New Horizons of Hope, 1)

St. Augustine of Canterbury
2026-05-27
FOCAL POINT:
Our devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary finds its ultimate justification in the unfathomable and free will of God, who loved Her and did great things for Her.

Deceased:
Br. Stanislaus Gorka, 1929, Chicago, USA
Fr. Stanley Tarczan, 1971, Chicago, USA

Birthday:
Cl. Michael Charles Mabuluja, 1993, Tanzania

Ordinations:
Fr. Adam Dzwigon, 1988, Poland
Fr. Edward Hering, 1988, Poland
Fr. Slawomir Sobolewski, 1988, Poland
Fr. Jan Soroka, 1988, Poland
Fr. Marek Strzyzynski, 1988, Poland
Fr. Marek Tomski, 1988, Poland

For the conversion of sinners, and for all in affliction, temptation and agony.
For those who were at one time members of the Congregation of the Resurrection.
For all who have asked us to remember them in our prayers.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Embracing the historical and spiritual heritage of the Founders and their disciples, we recognize as an expression of our charism and mission the fact that apart from the Congregation there are communities of lay Resurrectionists.” (A Vision of Hope, 15)

Pentecost Sunday
2026-05-28
FOCAL POINT:
Devotion of Mary brings greater pastoral effectiveness and constitutes a force for renewing Christian living.

Deceased:
Fr. Edwin Mitrenga, 1985, Park Ridge, USA
Fr. Jerome Andracki, 2001, Chicago, USA

Birthdays:
Fr. Stanislaw Lasota, 1953, USA
Br. Mariusz Zieba, 1977, Poland
Cl. Vitalis Masika, 1988, Tanzania

Ordination:
Fr. Edward Jaskula, 1955, USA

For the Anglican community of the Resurrection.
For those who we educated in our schools and parishes.
For those who have asked us to pray for their intentions.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Because of the importance of daily mental prayer, each religious must plan his time to provide an adequate period for this prayer.” (Provincial Statute, 3)

Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
2026-05-29
FOCAL POINT:
We turn to Mary with filial confidence, to Her who is ever ready to listen with the mother’s affection.

Birthday:
Fr. Raphael Ma, 1988, Canada

Ordinations:
Fr. Harry Reitzel, 1965, Canada
Fr. James Valk, 1965, Canada

For fidelity to our charism and to our religious vows.
For the one who will die first among us.
For peace in the world through the intercession Mary, Mother of the Church.

FURTHER REFLECTION:
“Ongoing formation is an essential element for renewal of the entire religious community as well as for its individual members.” (Ongoing Formation, 2)
