Sr. Anne Christopher, new provincial for the Religious of the Assumption in the United States, visits with our community at Emmanuel House. Originally from Long Island, NY, Sr. Anne spent over thirty years as a missionary in various African countries. You can read more about her time in Africa in this interview, An American Missionary in Africa Speaks.

Brooklyn Museum - The Rich Young Man Went Away Sorrowful - James Tissot

The following is a reflection on the Sunday Gospel for October 10, 2021.

I’m trying to work this out for myself. What’s the role of the poor in the story of the rich man in today’s Gospel? After telling Jesus he has faithfully observed the commandments from his youth, he is summoned by Jesus to sell all that he has and give to the poor. We know that he goes away sad.

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Come along on a Virtual Tour of Tinsley with Student Leader Abbi Sullivan! Meet the Campus Ministry Staff and learn more about our events, groups, and programs! Stay tuned for Part 2!

Haitian migrants began arriving at our temporary shelter for families in El Paso, TX, and the local Assumptionist community alongside many dedicated volunteers is working around the clock to serve these men, women and children who come to us in need.

Two groups have come and gone in the span of three short days. Each group has about 50 individuals, composed mostly of small families. As we served a simple dinner we quickly learned that, for many of the migrants, it was their first meal in five or six days. They are incredibly grateful to accept the small things we offer them - a roof over their heads, a dry blanket, a shower - the basic necessities that we tend to take for granted.

The community of the Assumptionist Center, that is the religious, residents and staff, gathered last Friday to officially begin the new academic year by observing Adveniat Day.  Both new members and those who have returned began our Adveniat evening with prayer, followed by a welcome by Fr. Simon who is the superior of the house. Raphael Yabut, our interim resident coordinator while Bro. Blair is on sabbatical, then asked us to reflect and discuss in small groups what has nourished our community life during the past year and what are the areas in which we need to grow. This activity was followed by an interactive, energetic and hope-filled open discussion by the whole group. Michelle topped off the gathering with another one of her outstanding dinners. Let the year begin!

“The Church has been celebrating the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) since 1914. It is always an occasion to express concern for different vulnerable people on the move; to pray for them as they face many challenges; and to increase awareness about the opportunities that migration offers.

Tune in on September 30, 2021 at 8 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CT/ 6 p.m. MT/ 5 p.m. PT to gain insight on religious life today.

The hour-long format is simple, four outstanding speakers will share their insights and then welcome questions from participants.

The webinar is free, but you must register to participate or to receive an on-demand link following the session.

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STAY TUNED throughout National Migration Week (Sept. 20-26) to hear about how we are working to address the needs of migrants and refugees at the U.S./Mexico Border and how you can get involved!

Sunday, September 26^th is World Day of Migrants and Refugees

The Church has been celebrating the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) since 1914. It is always an occasion to express concern for different vulnerable people on the move; to pray for them as they face many challenges; and to increase awareness about the opportunities that migration offers.

Every year the WDMR is the last Sunday of September; in 2021 it will be celebrated on 26 September. As the title for his annual message, the Holy Father has chosen Towards an ever wider “we”.