Finding New Life in South America

Bro. Tom Giumenta, CSC of New York writes -

I was really feeling  quite comfortable and content just as I was on that day he brought it up.  I had exclusive use of a new car, I had a very good job which I liked a great deal, I had friends around and I was living in the great city of New York. 

Superior General Announces Canonization of Bro. André

Dear Religious of the Family of Holy Cross,

This morning, our Holy Father, Benedict XVI, held a consistory of all the Cardinals in Rome to obtain their votum on the canonization of Blessed André Bessette, C.S.C.  The Cardinals affirmed the Pope's decision and so he announced that Brother André will be canonized in Rome on October 17, 2010. Members of the Congregation representing our sisters, brothers and priests were present with other invited guests of those who will be canonized with Brother André.  I would like to take this joyful occasion for our Holy Cross Family to thank everyone for your prayers leading to this momentous day for Holy Cross and for the Church.

Pope Benedict XVI Announces the Canonization of Bro. André Bessette, CSC!

The Holy Father has announced that Blessed Bro. André Bessette, CSC, a Holy Cross Brother known as the "Miracle Man of Montréal," will be canonized in Rome on October 17, 2010.  What a glorious day for the Congregation of Holy Cross and the entire Church!

Video of the Pope's Announcement

Men with HOPE to Bring

Bro. Joel Giallanza, CSC  of Texas writes -

“We must be men with hope to bring.” That simple statement from the Constitutions of the Congregation of Holy Cross sums up a lot of what I believe and what the Brothers of Holy Cross believe. We can be men with hope to bring because we stand on solid foundations. Actually, those foundations are truths that have shaped who we are since Holy Cross began more than 170 years ago. They are truths lived and passed on by Blessed Basil Moreau who founded Holy Cross.

An Invitation

Bro. Renatus Foldenauer, CSC of New York writes -

After graduation from St. Mary’s High School in Michigan City, Indiana, I received a position as a teller in Citizen’s Bank in town. I was excited and well accepted by the other employees. However, there was something missing in my life that needed to get attention and touch my heart.

A Change in Plans

Bro. Raymond Papenfuss, CSC of Indiana writes -

When I went to Ghana in 1959 my idea was to spend the rest of my life working in Africa. I fell in love with the people, the country—everything! I even got to like the hot weather and above 90% humidity. As far as I was concerned the course of my life had been set and I was quite happy with it, thank you.