Document Library
History
- Biographies of Holy Cross Superiors General – A slightly extended version of the biographies of past Superiors General included on the website.
Writings of the Founder
- Circular Letter 14 – Referred to as the "Magna Charta" of Holy Cross, Blessed Basile Moreau's vision for the religious family he founded.
Spirituality and Charism
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Charism of Holy Cross: Spirituality, Mission, and Community Life – The 2006 statement of the Congregation's International Commission on Consecrated Life, later approved by a General Chapter.
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Basile Moreau: A Passionate and Prophetic Life – Br. Joel Giallanza, C.S.C., gives seven values of Blessed Moreau's life and spirituality.
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Our Lady of Sorrows, Patroness of the Congregation – A one page overview on Blessed Basile Moreau's consecration of the Congregation to the Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus, Patron of Holy Cross Priests – A one page overview on Blessed Basile Moreau's consecration of the priests of Holy Cross to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
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St Joseph, Patron of Holy Cross Brothers – A one page overview on Blessed Basile Moreau's consecration of the brothers of Holy Cross to St. Joseph.
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Reflection on Our Lady of Sorrows – Bishop Daniel Jenky reflects on Our Lady of Sorrows.
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Reflection on the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Fr. Bob Epping, C.S.C., reflects on the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
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Reflection on St Joseph – Br. Paul Bednarczyk, C.S.C., reflects on St. Joseph.
Education
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“The Greatness of Your Mission” - Br. Joel Giallanza, C.S.C., shares the educational heritage and values of the Congregation in a three-page article.
Holy Ones
- Homily at Mass of Thanksgiving for the Canonization of St André – Unofficial English translation of the homily of His Eminence Jean-Claude Cardinal Turcotte.