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.
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+Fr. José Manuel de Jesús Ferreira (pictured above) was killed by gunshot October 20 during a robbery attempt at his parish of San Juan Bautista, in San Carlos, Cojedes, Venezuela. He was 39, professed first vows with the SCJs in 2004, and was ordained to the priesthood in 2009. At the time of his death he was a priest with the diocese of San Carlos.
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+A new General Councilor
After a long period of consultation and discernment, Fr. Carlos Luis Suarez Codorniú, SCJ, superior general, appointed Fr. Charles Aimé Koudjou, SCJ, of Cameroon, as a member of the General Council. The appointment took effect October 14. -
+The 35 Mile Challenge
Frater Henry Nguyen, SCJ, is in the midst of a 35-mile running challenge to support and promote Breast Cancer awareness and the American Cancer Society. A few days into the challenge, Frater Henry was working at the Catholic Social Services office in Olive Branch, MS, where he met with several new clients, including those who sought emergency food assistance.
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