The FCJ Refugee Centre in Toronto, Canada, has been doing amazing work during the COVID-19 crisis supporting migrants and people without status from everywhere. Through this work they follow in the steps of Marie Madeleine d’Houët, the FCJ foundress, providing support to the most in need when they hear Jesus’ words I Thirst.
Watch this video showcasing their work!
Follow the FCJ Refugee Centre on facebook or Twitter @RefugeeCentre or visit their website.
What is God’s love? It is not something vague, some generic feeling. God’s love has a name and a face: Jesus Christ, Jesus. Love for God is made manifest in Jesus.
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Listening to the cry of the poor
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This year FCJs around the world are taking action in response to the second goal of the Laudato Si Platform: “Responding to The Cry of the Poor.” Here in Yogyakarta, amongst various res…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
In preparation for Laudato Si Week 19th – 26th May 2024 we aim to gather 1000+ pledges of actions (small or large) that people will take in caring for our common home. Each person will be able to make their pledge online or via a small card which we have produced for our parishes and schools. The initiative is designed around Laudate Deum paragraphs #70 and #71 which assure us of the…...
FCJ 1000 Pledges for the Earth
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In preparation for Laudato Si Week 19th – 26th May 2024 we aim to gather 1000+ pledges of actions (small or large) that people will take in caring for our common home. Each person will be able to m�...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Looking forward to the new album of the Poor Clares, Arundel coming out on 24th May! Watch this great video preview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBWjI2PmTfc
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There are moments in our lives when we are faced with a choice and we simply KNOW what we must do. There is a great clarity about what God is asking and we are freely able to respond because regardless of the consequences our path is clear. St Paul's conversion is a good biblical example - in a moment of clarity he was able to understand completely that God was calling him to change direction, and he responded....
Times of Discernment – Clarity
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There are moments in our lives when we are faced with a choice and we simply KNOW what we must do. There is a great clarity about what God is asking and we are freely able to respond because regard…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
This Saturday is Earth Hour!Join FCJ Sisters, Companions in Mission, and friends participating in Earth Hour. Switch off your lights and devices and join this huge grassroots movement in giving something back to the earth.
Earth Hour - Faithful Companions of Jesus
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An online evening retreat this Friday 22 March, organized by our FCJ sisters in London FCJ Spirituality Centre London: "Abiding Joy"MONTHLY EVENING RETREAT FOR MARCH 2024“ABIDING JOY” FRIDAY 22nd MARCH 7.30 – 9.00 pmPope Francis described joy by calling it ‘the air Christians breathe’, a fruit of the Holy Spirit. During the evening, we will gently consider this joy and pray that it will not only be a deep consolation in our own lives but will send us out to our world, to our brothers and sisters in need, wherever that may be.We continue to use music, poetry, short talks, images, and quiet moments to support us as we reflect and pray.This retreat is online. To apply to join the Zoom, please contact [email protected] by the afternoon of March 21st. The link will be sent to you on the evening of March 21st.The image we are grateful to have used is by Madalin Calita from Pixabay.
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Well done!TYs on Hope Foundation TripCongratulations to our 7 TY’s on all their hard work fundraising for The Hope Foundation, and best of luck with their trip next Thursday. TY students travelling are Ellie McCaffrey, Claudia Ryan, Ella Condron, Amy Crowe, Isabelle Daly, and Síona Cunningham from 21st to 27th March.The girls have been busy fundraising all year, hosting events such as bake sales, hot chocolate days and table quizzes as well as selling the Hope Foundation chocolate bars in school.The Hope Foundation is a charity dedicated to promoting the protection of street-dwelling and slum-connected children in Kolkata, some of the most underprivileged in India, as well as their families and communities. The girls will be travelling to Kolkata for one week to visit the projects and experience the valuable work which The Hope Foundation carries out. Safe travels and the school are very proud of your endeavour, charity and work.
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Come and Meet Jesus anew this Easter season: an online Easter Ignatian retreat in daily life organized by our FCJ Retreat & Conference Centre.A Zoom 4 Week Group Retreat meeting Monday evenings from 7 to 8:30pm. highlighting Jesus’ Post-Resurrection appearances. This retreat will provide opportunity to deepen your personal relationship with Jesus. Participants will attend all of the sessions and be able to share the highlights of their prayer time.Zoom meetings on Monday evenings 7-8:30pm April 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th, 2024.Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/come-and-meet-jesus-anew-tickets-866691015157?aff=oddtdtcreatorFor more information, kindly contact us at: 403.228.4215 or email us at [email protected]
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Congratulations Sr Christine fcJ (top right photo) and Neighbours In Poplar for this amazing project which has led to 45,000 meals being delivered to people in need in East London.
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Wonderful! Congratulations and Gratitude to Sr. Christine and all those involved in this great project! 🙏
Sr. Christine is an example of how we all should live by caring for others.
A great photo of some of our Sisters in Indonesia Suster FCJ Indonesia "faithfully and Joyfully presenting Jesus to the world".Dengan Setia dan Gembira Menghadirkan Yesus bagi dunia...Mari menjadi Suster FCJ - Sahabat Setia YesusInformasi Kerasulan Panggilan:Suster Tyas, FCJwa.me/6282144136583#vocation #omk #sahabatkatolik #gerejakatolik #panggilan #hidupmembiara #fcjsisters #fcjindonesia
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A recent Caritas Australia Mission in Action Seminar featured the work of FCJ Sisters and colleagues at the FCJ Learning and Development Center Inc. in the Philippines. A recording of this webinar is now available.Hear the stories about the challenges communities in the Philippines have overcome with the support from Caritas Australia and its partners. FCJ Center staff Rossele and Nina and Sr. Vanessa fcJ shared their programs and how they support neighbours in the urban slums of the Philippines.
Mission in Action at the FCJ Learning and Development Center - Faithful Companions of Jesus
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A recent Mission in Action webinar by Caritas Australia featured the work of FCJ Sisters and colleagues at the FCJ Learning and Development Center in the Philippines.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
I have spent much of this year so far working with young adults as they make a retreat in daily life. It is so wonderful to see how God works so differently with each person, guiding, loving and challenging them. Introducing the young people to different ways of prayer, and helping them to discern as they open themselves to trust a deeper relationship with God, is such a life-giving ministry....
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I have spent much of this year so far working with young adults as they make a retreat in daily life. It is so wonderful to see how God works so differently with each person, guiding, loving and ch…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Meita FCJ, gentle apostle to the differently-abled.
Meita FCJ, gentle apostle to the differently-abled.
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The day was bright on Saturday March 2nd and in Sarasvita FCJ Centre the atmosphere was even brighter. Meita FCJ and a large group of volunteers welcomed a group of children and young people with c…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
FCJ Sisters were featured in London newspapers The Guardian and London Evening Standard a few weeks ago as they opened their home to refugees and asylum seekers in need in collaboration with charity Refugees at Home. The pieces included short interviews with some of the FCJ sisters and some great photos.
Refugees at Home: Offering Compassionate Action - Faithful Companions of Jesus
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FCJ Sisters were featured in London newspapers as they opened their home to refugees and asylum seekers in need together with charity Refugees at Home.1 CommentComment on Facebook
So grateful to you for offering a safe, dry and welcoming home to our guests who need just that.
