Let us think Christmas! In many and various ways God spoke of old to our fathers by the prophets; but in these last days he has spoken to us by a Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. (Heb 1:1-2)              If I had a little courage I would say the message of Christmas is this simple: In the beginning God had a dream! His dream was about ....

Farewell celebration   As a plan, we held our farewell celebration of Bros. Martin Handoko and Guido Sukarman on 16th of November 2018 at the restaurant close to Star of the Sea Basilica in Maastricht. More than 25 people attended this celebration that was organized by Bro. Lo Koeleman.   The celebration was moderate but the atmosphere was very warm and friendly. After the welcoming session with the standing conversation while drinking welcoming wine we continued by ....

Advent week three: Answering the call to joy By Catholic News Service - Dec 15, 2018 People stand near an Advent wreath in Budapest, Hungry. This week, we celebrate Gaudete Sunday. Literally translated from Latin, the word “gaudete” means “rejoice.” (Balazs Mohai/CNS, via EPA) By Susan Hines-Brigger Catholic News Service “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” That iconic line from the 1986 film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” seems pretty off-base just a ....

    By Courtney Grogan Vatican City, Dec 8, 2018 / 08:43 am (CNA/EWTN News).- On the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to imitate Mary’s deep trust and openness to God when faced with serious problems. “Today we look at the beauty of Our Lady, who was born and lived without sin, always docile and transparent with God. This does not mean that life was easy for her. Living with God ....

S P EC I A L B I R T HD A Y S. December 03 Paulus Sumarno (50) - Bekasi-Delta Mas 15 Jos van Dinther (70) - Accra 17 Henk van Lieshout (85) - Maastricht-Bruss.str.Bernardus January 02 Ignatius Purwana Surahna (80) - Semarang-Wisma Bernardus 06 Nicholas Yangtibr (80) - Wa-St Louis Community 08 Kees Gordijn (75) - Maastricht-Prins Bisschopsingel 14 Frans Turkenburg (85) - Maastricht-Bruss.str.Bernardus 24 Michael Poedyartana (80) - Jakarta-Haji Nawi 28 Ivo Heatubun (70) - Limbe-Mary ....

    Herewith we present to you the fifth issue of IGC in 2018, which will inform you about the following: *  Christmas Message 2018 *  Reflection on "General Chapter" *  Conclusion of Provincial Chapter Chile *  Final Session of the Provincial Chapter Ghana 2018 *  Conclusion of the Provincial Chapter 2018, Indonesia *  Final Session of the Provincial Chapter Malawi 2018 *  New council Religious House The Netherlands *  Rites of Transition, Renewal of Vows and First Professions ....

Essentials of Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church on Communications and Social Media.   What is the Church’s general attitude towards the media? All means of communication are very important for society, and thus also for Catholic Social Ethics. Since Vatican Council II (Inter Mirifica 1-2), and especially with Pope John Paul II’s teachings and the testimony of his attitude towards journalists and communicators, the Church has stressed its positive outlook towards the media. At the same ....

Pope on All Saints' Day: Live for heaven, not the world Share to More By Hannah Brockhaus AddThis Sharing Buttons Share to More   Vatican City, Nov 1, 2018 / 07:44 am (CNA/EWTN News).- If a Christian wants to reach heaven, he or she should ask themselves if they are living for the pleasures of the world, or if they are striving after holiness with all their strength, Pope Francis said on the feast of All Saints. “Let us ask ourselves what side we are ....