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The Staff has been Passed to a New Shepherd, in the Xaverian Mission Newsletter of April 2005 The Staff Has been Passed to a New Shepherd Open in New Window

The April 2005 Xaverian Mission Newsletter opens with a thought of Thanksgiving to Pope John Paul II for the example he provided to all humanity in his 27 years of Pontificate, and we join in praying for Benedict XVI as he fills some difficult shoes.  Together with the gift of the Holy Spirit, this editorial invites us to be active participants of the Church's mission to eliminate malice among people, and spread love, charity and compassion for all.

 

Witnesses to Compassion and Sustaining Hope Open in New Window

Fr. Tony Lalli, Xaverian Newsletter editor, reflects on the example and witness of two women religious in their search for bringing the values of the Gospel to different lands: one in Brazil, the other in Thailand.

Sr. Angela's Choice: A Companion in the Grief Open in New Window

Sister Angela Bertelli, Xaverian sister in Thailand, reflects on her work among the Tsunami victims in Thailand.

Missionary Nun is Murdered for Justice Work in Brazil Open in New Window

Sister Dorothy Mae Stang had worked for nearly 30 years to organize poor families near Anapu, and fought to protect the large areas of pristine jungle nearby.

Indonesia: Seeds of Hope and New Life Open in New Window

Fr. Frank Grappoli spent several years as a missionary in Indonesia.  He shares his apprehensions on the aftermath of the tsunami of last December.

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