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Today we finish our Season of Creation celebration on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Fr. Pat Brennan, C.P. and his dog Rosie share a blessing of the pets. La celebración de la fiesta de San Francisco de Asís marca el fin de la Temporada de la Creación por este año. Como es tradicional, habremos una bendición de los mascotas celebrada por el P. Patricio Brennan, C.P., y su mascota, “Rosie”.
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 This year, the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) takes place on October 4-5 to coincide with the Jubilee of Migrants. This day invites us to reflect on the dignity, resilience and hopes of those who leave their homes in search of safety, opportunity and peace. We are called to recognize their challenges and their contributions, and to renew our commitment to building communities of welcome where no one is a stranger. This reflection is not just an invitation to awareness but a call to action. Our faith reminds us that the presence of Christ is revealed in those who suffer, especially in migrants and refugees whose lives bear the weight of hardship and uncertainty. As Passionists, we are committed to keeping alive the memory of Christ’s Passion by standing with those who suffer today. Christ’s Passion is not just history. It lives on in those “crucified” by injustice and oppression. In solidarity with Pope Leo and our bishops, we are called to accompany our migrant brothers and sisters with compassion. As St. Paul of the Cross said, “Love is ingenious”—and love must lead us to creative ways to welcome those seeking safety and hope.
“The prophets still speak.” This Sunday’s readings call us out of complacency. Fr. Phillip Donlan, CP’s homily connects Amos’ warning and the parable of the rich man and Lazarus to today’s ecological and social crises, urging ecological conversion and solidarity with the poor and creation. Today, the cries of the poor and the cries of creation are one. True ecological conversion means more than “green practices”—it is a transformation of heart, a choice to live simply, love boldly, and walk with those who suffer. Watch the full reflection: |
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