Christmas: God's Surprise and Our Hope
Author: Fr. Brian Ching, C.S.C.
Fr. Brian Ching, C.S.C., reflects this Christmas how God continues to surprise us and give us reasons to hope.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus Province in Bangladesh Celebrates another Ordination
Author: General Administration
The Congregation in Bangladesh ordains one of its own to the priesthood along with four other deacons from the Khulna Diocese.
New Rector Installed at St. Joseph's Oratory
Author: General Administration
Fr. Michael DeLaney, C.S.C., was installed as the new Rector of St. Joseph’s Oratory, replacing former Superior General, Fr. Claude Grou, C.S.C.
Holy Cross Family Ministries Unveils a New Digital Logo
Author: General Administration
Holy Cross Family Ministries unveiled its new digital logo capturing the unity of their variety of ministries.
New Class of Novices Welcomed at Bangladesh Novitiate
Author: General Administration
Bishop Lawrence Subrato, C.S.C., presided at the Mass welcoming a new class of novices to the Holy Cross Novitiate in Bangladesh.
Holy Cross Celebrates St. André’s Life and Legacy on the Tenth Anniversary of His Canonization
Author: General Administration
The Congregation of Holy Cross celebrates the 10th anniversary of Br. André Bessette's canonization by remembering his life and legacy.
Holy Cross Brothers Reflect on the Meaning of St. André for Their Vocations
Author: General Administration
Several Holy Cross brothers reflect on St. André Bessette's life and legacy, and how their brother has influenced their vocations.
Holy Cross in India Rejoices with Slew of Final Professions and Ordinations
Author: General Administration
In September, Holy Cross celebrated the Profession of Final Vows in the Province of South India, the Province of North East India, and the Vicariate of Tamil Nadu.
East Africa Rejoices and Celebrates Five Final Vows and Eight Priestly Ordinations
Author: General Administration
The District of East Africa rejoiced as five of their men recently made their Final Vows and were ordained deacons. In addition, eight members were ordained priests.
Former Vice-Postulators Reflect on the Canonization of St. André Bessette
Author: General Administration
Two of the religious who had important roles in St. André Bessette's Canonization paused to reflect on the ceremony itself, their part in it, and the saint’s legacy.
Haitian Province Celebrates First Vows and Final Vows
Author: General Administration
Holy Cross in Haiti celebrated four First Professions and four Final Professions on September 8, the anniversary of the Congregation's arrival there.
Saint-Laurent Parish in Quebec Celebrates 300 Years
Author: General Administration
St. Laurent Parish celebrated the 300th anniversary of its canonical establishment by the governor of New France in the name of King Louis XIV on September 20.
Superior General Invites Congregation to Prepare for 10th Anniversary of Saint André Bessette’s Canonization
Author: General Administration
Fr. Epping's letter marking the anniversary invites Holy Cross religious to pursue in holiness like their humble brother, Saint André Bessette.
Holy Cross in the United States Celebrates Four Priestly Ordinations
Author: General Administration
The Congregation of Holy Cross in the United States celebrated the long-awaited Priestly Ordinations.
Holy Cross Rejoices with Five Final Vows in the United States
Author: General Administration
On Friday, September 4, Fr. William M. Lies, C.S.C., received the Final Professions of the four seminarians and one brother at Sacred Heart Basilica on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.
Our Lady of Sorrows: Our Lady of Hope
Author: Fr. Donald Fetters, C.S.C.
Fr. Donald Fetters, C.S.C., from his experience of ministry in Peru, reflects on how Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows, is also Our Lady of Hope.
St. Joseph's Oratory Celebrates the Month of St. André's Birth
Author: General Administration
Holy Cross Institute Sponsors Webinar Series
Author: General Administration
Webinar series celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Brothers of St. Joseph is brought to you by the Holy Cross Institute at St. Edward's University.
Holy Cross Assumes Pastoral Responsibility for New Parish in Canada
Author: General Administration
The Congregation of Holy Cross assumes pastoral responsibility for St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Waterdown, Ontario.
Family Theater Previews New Film on Venerable Patrick Peyton
Author: General Administration
Family Theater Productions held a virtual screening on July 28, 2020, of its latest production, PRAY: THE STORY OF PATRICK PEYTON. The 70-minute…
Bangladesh Celebrates 15 Newly Professed Holy Cross Religious
Author: General Administration
On July 24 the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province and the St. Joseph of Province in Bangladesh joyfully celebrated the first profession vows of 15 novices.
Eight Novices Profess Vows in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Author: General Administration
Holy Cross celebrates the First Profession of Vows for eight Novices in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Ten Novices Profess First Vows in East Africa
Author: General Administration
The Congregation of Holy Cross joyfully welcomes ten newly professed religious from the District of East Africa. On July 15, Fr.Cyprian Binaka, C.S.C., District Superior, received the Novices first vows.
Holy Cross Priestly Ordinations Continue in India
Author: General Administration
The Vicariate of Tamil Nadu and South India Province celebrate additional priestly Ordinations.
Congregation Kicks Off Celebratory Year Marking 200th Anniversary of the Brothers of St. Joseph
Author: General Administration
On July 15, 2020, the Congregation begins a yearlong celebration of the 1820 founding of the Brothers of St. Joseph, the precursors to the Brothers of Holy Cross.
2020 Priestly Ordinations Begin for Holy Cross in India after Covid-19 Delays
Author: General Administration
These three priestly Ordinations are just the start of more for the Congregation of Holy Cross in India in 2020.
Six Religious Profess Final Vows in Bangladesh Following Delay to Pandemic
Author: General Administration
The six professed their Final Vows on June 12, and then were ordained deacons on June 13 by the Most Rev. Shorot Francis Gomes, Auxiliary Bishop of Dhaka.
Sacred Heart: I Thirst
Author: Fr. Paschal B. Sarker, C.S.C.
Fr. Paschal B. Sarker, C.S.C., reflects on Jesus's cry of "I thrist" as a way to enter more deeply into the mystery of his Sacred Heart.
Eleven Novices Profess First Vows in India
Author: General Administration
Among the 11 newly professed is the first deaf novice to profess religious vows in the Congregation of Holy Cross and in the Church of India.
Pentecost: Called to Trust and Mission
Author: Fr. Widely Jean, C.S.C.
Fr. Widely Jean, C.S.C., reflects on the Feast of Pentecost and how we like the first disciples are called to trust in the Lord and be sent on mission.