Devotion in Action

Our priests and brothers bring God’s love into action through ongoing works of mercy – all sustained by your prayers and continuing generosity.

We work among the urban and rural poor in the USA and throughout the world. We care for young immigrant families, aging seniors and many others through parish ministry, food programs, clothing distribution centers and more. Learn about our missionary work.

Advent begins

Yesterday, you may have noticed an e-mail from the Dehonian Associates Committee. It was the first in a series of Advent mailings that will be sent each Sunday during Advent, as well as Christmas Day. If you are on the mailing list for the Fridge Notes, you are also on the mailing list for Advent e-blast. If you would like to add someone to the list, click here.
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In paintings, SCJ seeks to capture the humanity of the homeless

“I could no longer ‘step over’ the homeless as I entered stores or walked on the streets,” said Fr. Guy Blair, an SCJ in San Antonio. “I could no longer speak about Jesus Christ if I did not give of myself, do something for them.”
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Welcoming God’s surprises

“I didn’t intend to go there but I fell in love with it,” said Fr. Yvon Sheehy, SCJ, talking about his 22 years in South Dakota. He had instead hoped to go to Mississippi, or perhaps to DR Congo.
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