Resources
The Constitutions of the Congregation of Holy Cross state, "The same Spirit moved Father Moreau to found the community of Holy Cross in which we have responded to the call to serve Christ" (2:11). The following resources explore the mission of the Congregation of Holy Cross from different perspectives.
Writings of the Superiors General
Br. Paul Bednarczyk, C.S.C., Circular Letter 6 (28 April 2024), Holy Cross Mission: Continuing to Cross New Borders
In this circular letter, Br. Bednarczyk called for the Year of Mission to be celebrated from 28 April 2025 to 28 April 2026. He reflects on the fundamental missionary impluses of "being sent" and "being with" before exploring the mission context of today.
Br. Paul Bednarczyk, C.S.C., Open Letter Declaring the Year of Mission (11 February 2025)
In this open letter to Holy Cross religious, colleagues, and friends, Br. Bednarczyk formally and publicly declared the Year of Mission, outlining the goals and presenting questions for reflection.
Blessed Basile Moreau, Selected Quotes on Mission
This collection gathers selected quotes from the writings of Blessed Basile Moreau on themes related to mission.
General Chapter Documents
2022 General Chapter, Preamble to Mission & Ministries Section
This preamble reaffirms the Congregation's two mission priorities and explores what they mean in the context of the mission today. It poses the question: How might we create a more profound sense of the global Holy Cross mission to do God's work?
Discernment Guides
- Year of Mission Discernment Guide: This guide lays out a simple process to identify where God is asking a ministry, apostolate, or jurisdiction to expand its missionary work during this Year of Mission.
- Congregation of Holy Cross Mission Discernment Guide: This is a wider, more detailed guide that draws on the Holy Cross charism to guide a ministry, apostolate, or jurisdiction in any decision-making related to mission.