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the words of St. Guido M. Conforti to "Make of the World One Family!" 
THE BLESSING [KIDS] - featuring kids from different nations
THE BLESSING featuring kids from different nations

We Are Blessings to Each Other!

A Catholic pledge from the US to protect others from Covid-19
Life after the Pandemic from the Vatican
The impact of Covid-19 for the poorest in the world:
Check out some COVID-19 Art

Be Not Afraid by Catholic Artists from Home
Be Not Afraid by Catholic Artists from Home

A Catholic Social Teaching Guide to a More Just Future

Prayer 
Loving God, move us to love in concrete ways 
As we seek a better future for all of your children. 
Open our eyes to the values of social teaching of the Church; give us the energy and the courage to reject fatalism. 

Grant that we may be guided by Catholic Social Teaching 
So we may be a part of creating 
The systems and structures of grace 
That will allow all human life to flourish. 
Nurture hope in our hearts, guide us forward 
And give us a sustaining vision 
Of a renewed human community 
In a renewed Creation.
Amen
The Heart of our Missionary Vocation

Four Xaverian Missionaries Take Final Vows and Ordained to the Diaconate: Hear Their Story

Discover more about the Philippine Theologate.

A Brother Among Brothers

As I am about to finish my Novitiate, I have already experienced the beauty to live in an international community and immersed in the spirit of family. I am happy to recognize that my formation has not been theoretical, but real. I am touched whenever we gather together in the chapel praying and singing songs in different languages. Especially in this very difficult moment of epidemic, our concerns and encouragements for each member is stronger than before, because we need the presence and the help of each other. Read more from a novice in the Philippine Theologate.

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UK NEWS

Our Xaverian Parish in Glasgow
See the latest postings on our website,

New Church Guidelines
The Catholic Bishops' of England and Wales have produced Guidelines for Catholics on Organ Donation
Interfaith Initiatives

St. Pope John Paul II & Muhammad of Islam
Recently, we remembered the 100th birthday of St. Pope John Paul II. My mother, who greatly admired this pope, sent me a book of his writings and I wanted to share some thoughts with you from his, Crossing the Threshold of Hope (1994) regarding Islam and our Muslim neighbors all around us. Read more.
June 20th: International Refugee Day
Take A Step with Minnie, Emily and Jacky in Denver
Take A Step with Minnie, Emily and Jacky in Denver

Millions of families have fled their homes to escape war or human rights abuses. Millions of mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers - who are also students, musicians, cooks, and so much more. Please get to know these remarkable individuals and introduce them to your friends. Learn more.
Anti-Racism
Somali-American activists recently scored a victory against Amazon and against colorism, which is prejudice based on preference for people with lighter skin tones. Members of the non-profit The Beautywell Project teamed up with the Sierra Club to convince the online retail giant to stop selling skin lightening products that contain mercury. Learn more.  

RESPONDING AS EDUCATORS TO A CULTURE OF RACISM

Our students of color face racism daily, in implicit and explicit ways, in their neighborhoods, in the hallways, in the locker room, and in the media they consume. They cannot escape it.... How can educators respond to a culture of racism? How can we journey with students who carry the weight of racism? Learn more from the Ignatian Solidarity Network.
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