What Are You Looking For?
Many people go through life not knowing what they are truly looking for. They drift from one career path to another, one social group to another, even testing different spiritualities trying to find the right fit. Donna Garrett writes this week's RC Spirituality Weekly Message.
3:37 Sunrise Stroll & Chat at the Sea of Galilee with the Whole World!
Fr Eamon Kelly, LC, writes, "Where do you find atheists, agnostics, Protestants of all kinds, together with Eastern Orthodox Christians, Jews, Muslims, and others strolling and scrolling together with a Catholic priest, resonating together and often offering to pray for each other when special needs arise for any of those involved? It’s virtual, but it is real!"
11:20 A Life-Changing Experience
“From the first sunrise at Magdala to the last sunset on the spectacular roof of Notre Dame Hotel in Jerusalem, every step of the way brought our relationship with the Lord deeper, by walking in His footsteps.” Gina and Bill O’Malley write about their pilgrimage to the Holy Land.
Praising the Greatness of God
"I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth" (Psalm 34:1). This is the weekly email by Fr John Pietropaoli, LC.
2:08 "I Saw a Gap, And I Wanted to Fill It": An Initiative for Parents of Teenagers and Adult Children
Holly Gustafson has begun hosting an evening of adoration in her parish specifically designed for parents of teenagers and adult children.
9:37 It Takes a Village... And the Holy Spirit!
An NY Tri-State RC member writes about Fayne Mascarenhas, one of the newest members of our Regnum Christi family.
Fr Daly Named Delegate of the General Director for the International Communities in Rome
Father John Connor, general director of the Legionaries of Christ, communicated, in a letter to the Congregation, the naming of Father David Daly, LC, as delegate of the General Director for the international communities in Rome.
1:33 29 Legionaries of Christ Ordained at the 2023 Priestly Ordinations
On April 29th, 2023, Cardinal Fernando Vérgez Alzaga, LC, president of the Pontifical Commission and the Governorate of Vatican City State, ordained 29 Legionaries of Christ to the priesthood in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome.
6:43 RC Music Collective Now on Hallow!
You can now find RC Music Collective on Hallow, a Catholic prayer app that offers a wide selection of contemplative prayer, meditation, Catholic Bible readings, music, and more. Find out more at this link!
Value of Our Birth and Death
Do I believe in heaven or not? Do I really want to go there? If so, what do I have to do to make sure this is my choice? Nicole Buchholz writes this week's RC Spirituality Weekly Email, reflecting on life and death.
3:55 Is Jesus in New Jersey?
Margaret Gartlgruber, a NY Tri-State Regnum Christi member, writes about New Jersey, home to 4 RC Ladies' Teams, and their most recent Lenten Retreat.
11:27 29 Legionaries of Christ Ordained to the Priesthood in Rome
The Legionaries of Christ have announced the ordination of 32 new priests this year, 29 of whom were ordained in Rome on April 29th. These young men hail from Germany, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, South Korea, El Salvador, Spain, Italy, Mexico, Venezuela, and the United States.
"Life Is a Beautiful Gift": Mary Peach on Sharing the Gift of Her Faith with Joy
When Mary Peach was just 12 years old, her entire life changed. Since then, through the gift of adoption, she has embarked on a beautiful life of healing, thriving, and continually sharing her faith and her love for God in new and creative ways.
7:39 Are We There Yet?
If you have ever taken a road trip with young children, you know the proverbial, "Are we there yet?" Sometimes our spiritual lives resemble a road trip. We know the desired destination is sanctification in heaven, but we seldom journey on a path devoid of diversions. Read more here at the Weekly Email for RC Spirituality.
10:41 Kelly Allen, Consecrated Woman of Regnum Christi, Begins Working in the Dicastery for the Promotion of Christian Unity in the Vatican
Kelly Allen, Consecrated Woman of Regnum Christi, was recently hired by the Dicastery for the Promotion of Christian Unity in the Vatican, to collaborate in ecumenical relations with the different Christian Churches of the West and East, as well as with the Jewish people.
The Gladness of God
Fr John Pietropaoli, LC, writes this week's weekly email for RC Spirituality, about the gladness God has when he sees us sinners praying to him with all our hearts.
2:29 Igniting the Heart of the Apostle: The 2023 Regnum Christi Men's Convention in Cincinnati
Earlier this year in January, the 2023 Regnum Christi Men’s Convention was held at Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center in Norwood, Ohio. Over 50 men gathered for the regional convention, including 45 lay men, six priests, one seminarian, and one member of Regnum Christi Mission Corps.
10:26 Easter Sunday -- One Soul
A missionary writes about a letter that contains a powerful story of one man's conversion, and how, as missionaries, getting even just one soul into Heaven is enough.
Light at the End of the Tunnel
Fr Edward McIlmail, LC, writes this week's Weekly Email for RC Spirituality, describing what we can take away from this Easter Triduum Liturgy, and how to help prepare for the light at the end of the Triduum tunnel.
2:13 North American Territorial Director Appointed for a Second Term With a New Council
In February 2023, Nancy Nohrden, general director of the Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi, announced the appointment of Kathleen Murphy as North American territorial director for a new three-year term. On April 3, 2023, she appointed new territorial council members to assist Kathleen in her governance and decision-making.
8:38 Welcome Home
On April 4, 2023, amidst the droves of New Yorkers, mixed in with tourists from all over the world, missionaries handed out rosaries and spread love to hundreds of souls. A missionary writes in hopes to leave a little glimmer of what this very joy-filled evening was like.
Offer It to Him
Nicole Buchholz writes RC Spirituality's Weekly Message on collaborating with God in bringing graces to the world.
3:31 Regnum Christi Spotlight Featuring Mary Rohe
"I knew I need to be here with these ladies. This is the culmination of all I had been searching for. The community, formation, the Church, and Christ. Everything." Regnum Christi Member Mary Rohe is featured in the Regnum Christi NY Tri-State Spotlight.
9:43 Empowering and Equipping Couples
Ryan Hislop writes about Three to Get Married, a marriage preparation course organized by Regnum Christi and the Legionaries of Christ in Rye, NY, which allows couples to fully immerse themselves in the important next phase of their relationship.
Legionaries of Christ North American Territorial Director Appointed for a Second Term
On March 21, 2023, Father John Connor, general director of the Legionaries of Christ, announced the appointment of Father Shawn Aaron, LC, as North American territorial director for a new three-year term. Additionally, Father John Bartunek, LC, was named territorial vicar, and Fathers Steven Reilly, Bruce Wren, and Juan Pablo Durán as territorial councilors.
12:15 Can We Skip to the Good Part?
"All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well," said St. Julian of Norwich, echoing the hope of all the saints, who trusted in the goodness of God, trusted that the good part would eventually come. Holly Gustafson walks us through wishing to skip to the part where we see that it all works out in the end, and her personal experience.
16:13 32 New Priests to Be Ordained for the Legionaries of Christ
The Legionaries of Christ have announced the ordination of 32 new priests this year. They are from Germany, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, South Korea, El Salvador, Spain, the United States, Italy, Mexico and Venezuela. Six of those to be ordained on April 29th are from or are currently serving in the North American Territory. You can learn more about them in this article!
Extreme Grace: Lessons for Lent
Almost one hundred women came together on Saturday, March 4, for a Lenten Retreat led by Father Jorge Obregón, LC, at St. Paul Church, Greenwich, Connecticut. Using examples of extreme forgiveness, compassion, and grace, Father helped the women come to understand that the closer we draw to God, the more love we will have to give to others.
3:32 Called to Mission: Building a Culture of Vocation in Cincinnati
Maria Reinagel, CRC, joined the consecrated community in Greater Cincinnati in 2015. In addition to her work as the Director of the Office for Consecrated Life for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, she is involved in adult ministry and is a spiritual director. You can learn more about Maria's mission to build a culture of vocation and promote the beauty of consecrated life in this article.
12:49 God Meant It for Good
Fr John Pietropaoli, LC, writes RC Spirituality's weekly email. "In everything God works for good with those who love him" (Romans 8:28). Holy Week draws near, in which God reveals his power to bring the greatest good out of the greatest evil ever committed or imagined.
Beneath the Waves Weekly Email
Father Edward McIlmail, LC, in this week's message, writes about the Last Judgment. "The Last Judgment," the Catechism says in number 1039, "will reveal even to its furthest consequences the good each person has done or failed to do during his earthly life."
2:25 Cardinal Fernando Vérgez, LC, Appointed to Holy Father's Council of Cardinals
Cardinal Vérgez, the first Legionary of Christ to be named a cardinal, was recently announced as part of Pope Francis' Council of Cardinals tasked with assisting the pope "in the governance of the universal Church."
8:46 All Things Women Travels to the Holy Land
Last November, All Things Women journeyed to the Holy Land, including Magdala, the birthplace of the apostolate's patroness, Mary Magdalene.
Catholic World Mission Welcomes New Executive Director, James Flanagan
Catholic World Mission has recently welcomed its newest member to the team – James Flanagan took on the role of Executive Director in January of this year.
8:29 Cardinal Fernando Vérgez, LC, Receives Deanery in Rome
On January 29, Cardinal Fernando Vérgez, LC, the first Legionary of Christ to be created a cardinal, took possession of the deanery of St. Mary of Mercy and St. Adrian in Villa Albani, in the city of Rome.
13:33 What Is Love?
Nicole Buchholz writes RC Spirituality's weekly email, exploring the topic of Love, being loved by God, and existing in that love.
Fasting in Lent
Fr Nicholas Sheehy, LC, writes in his blog about how to meaningfully observe Lent, as well as some helpful suggestions to live Lent fully.
5:42 Who Holds Your Key?
Donna Garrett's older brother was born with Down’s Syndrome. She shared, "I could fill volumes with Michael’s antics and the little lessons he taught me over his nearly 60 years of life, but I would like to share just one."
9:13 "Have Fun at Your Retreat!"
An NY Tri-State Regnum Christi member, Margaret Gartlgruber, describes her experience at the Triduum retreat she just attended on February 16.
Territorial Director Renewals
The General Director of the Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi, Nancy Nohrden, has renewed Kate O’Connor in Brazil, Kathleen Murphy in North America and Betty Rivera in Spain as territorial directors for another three-year term. We thank them for their leadership and service in these territories.
6:29 Lenten Resolutions to Make the Most of Your Day
With every hour of our days packed with activity, at work and at home, and while there doesn’t appear to be a minute to spare in our schedule, we still find that the little time we do have is being wasted. In the latest RC Live blog post, Holly Gustafson suggests some resolutions for Lent this year to make the most of the little time we do have.
13:07 The Right Not to Know
Above all else, watch over your heart, for it is the wellspring of life (Proverbs 4:23). RC Spirituality's Weekly Message, written by Fr. John Pietropaoli, LC, focuses on what corrosive information can we eliminate this Lent.
Father Scott Reilly, LC, Celebrates 25 Years of Priesthood
Fr Scott Reilly, LC, recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. In December, he concelebrated Mass at St. Katharine of Siena in Wayne, Pennsylvania, where he has served as the Weekend Assistant for the past seven years.
7:58 Feast of Fidelity
Celebrating St. Josephine Bakhita's feast day, Fr Edward McIlmail, LC, writes about fidelity in the midst of crisis.
10:05 Pope's Inspired Reflections on Marriage at the Start of 2023
Pope Francis emphasizes that "marriage constitutes first and foremost the way to the holiness of the spouses themselves, a holiness lived out in the daily routine of life: this is an essential aspect of the Gospel of the family... I am also thinking of the countless spouses who sanctify themselves and edify the Church with what I have called the 'holiness next door.'"
Insightful Interview on the "Whys & Whats" Behind the New RC Prayer Book for Lay Members
Just before Christmas 2022, the new prayer book for lay members of Regnum Christi was published. In an insightful interview, Álvaro Abellán-García, a lay member of the General Directive College of Regnum Christi who was involved with the process, shares the thoughts behind the new prayer book, what has stayed the same, what has changed, and why.
9:15 How Football Impacts Character Formation
Football player and Everest student Demarco Valentino shares that "The Everest Collegiate football program has helped turn students into men of Christ. This program has changed the lives of many Everest students, and without it, we would not be the same. It has helped us in many areas of our lives, both in school and out of school."
16:25 James Flanigan: New Executive Director of Catholic World Mission
Catholic World Mission is very happy to welcome its new Executive Director, James Flanigan. Get to know him and Catholic World Mission's work to alleviate spiritual and material poverty around the world.
Pinecrest Students Donate Close to 11,000 Items to Parish Food Pantry
For the past six years, Pinecrest Academy has hosted the annual "Elves for Shelves" food drive. This year, close to 11,000 food items were collected by families, faculty, and staff.
3:26 Winter Woes?
In this weekly message, Fr John Bartunek, LC, talks about reflecting on the beauties and lessons of winter.
6:04 Our Longing for Well-Being
On Saturday, January 21st, the women of the NY Tri-State Regnum Christi section welcomed friends to a monthly Morning of Recollection on our longing for well-being. Here are some nuggets from the meditation, talk, and homily by Fr Eric Nielsen, LC.
Young Adults See Time as a Gift from God
On Saturday, January 14, more than 20 young adults from the New York and Fairfield County areas gathered at the house of the Legionaries of Christ in Rye, NY.
2:17 Highlights from the ECYD-RC National Conventions
This summer, the state of Louisiana played host to the High School Boys and Girls National ECYD-RC Conventions. Fr. Patrick O’Loughlin, LC, and Amelia Hoover, CRC, share their highlights from this year’s events.
8:56 A Weekend in New Orleans with Lumen and St. Michael Special School
St. Michael Special School in New Orleans, Louisiana hosted the Legionary priests, Lumen members and families from a variety of communities to take on projects on campus that the school has neither the funds nor the personnel to complete.
The Enormous Smallness of God
In this weekly message, Fr John Pietropaoli compares and reflects on a scene in C.S. Lewis' Last Battle and the season of Christmas.
2:25 Sharing Love & Joy in NYC Missions
St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York City. What a night at the big cathedral! Every "highway and byway" within the city block's expansive holy space was filled with visitors, of every possible background, race, country, and religion, all mysteriously drawn to the beauty of the place.
9:43 Consecrated Women in North America Receive Praesidium Accreditation
On November 16, 2022, after a lengthy and thorough process, the Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi in North America were one of the first women's institutions to receive Praesidium accreditation as a Society of Apostolic Life.
Pope Benedict XVI: Shepherd, Father, and Co-Worker of the Truth for the Legionaries of Christ and Regnum Christi
The news of the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI has touched all of us very deeply. As we mourn his loss at the age of 95, we remember how he invited the Legionaries of Christ and Regnum Christi to be co-workers of the truth with the Papacy and the Church.
14:19 Benedict the Great: His Spiritual and Theological Legacy
Fr. Sameer Advani, LC, explains how Pope Benedict XVI was convinced that at its very core Christianity was not a series of ideas, doctrines, and ethical commandments, but the living encounter with the God who as Love freely chose to enter into a relationship of love with each and every human being, and the vast majority of his meditations, homilies, conferences, and even his more theologically sophisticated writings all revolved around this simple, but profoundly spiritual central idea.
29:52 A Name Above the Rest
Devotion to the Holy Name is deeply rooted in Scripture. Just repeating the name reverently can instill as much hope and comfort in a believer as it does fear in a demon. Reverence for the name of Jesus can be a way to distance ourselves from the coarseness that often surrounds us in the media and in public life.
