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Publication of the Spanish Version of “Extraits du Journal du Père Dehon”
On the occasion of the centenary of Father Dehon's birth, the General Curia published the “Extraits du Journal du Père Dehon” in Rome in 1943. To mark the centenary of his death, the Spanish edition titled “Extractos del diario del Padre Dehon” has now been released, prepared by Father Juan José Arnaiz Ecker, SCJ.
Formed, Focused, and Future-Ready: SCJ Annual Assembly in the Philippines Strengthens Regional Direction
The recent Annual Assembly of the SCJ Philippines Region marked a significant moment of renewal, discernment, and concrete planning as members reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the decisions of the 2024 Regional Chapter.
The Ashes
Marked by the symbol of the ashes, Father Dehon, in his Ash Wednesday meditation, confronts us with our fragility to better call us to a penance of the heart and an outpouring of love toward the Sacred Heart. An essential guide for a holy beginning to the forty days of Lent.
The Southern Brazilian Province (BRM) Celebrates with New Consecrated Members
Between Jaraguá do Sul, Rio Negrinho, and Itajaí, a series of joyful events—including religious professions, perpetual vows, and a diaconal ordination—have manifested the vitality of the Dehonian mission in the Southern Brazilian Province (BRM) over recent weeks.
Wherever we go we can feel at home
“Travel is so important, it is a way to immerse yourself in another culture. We go to places that are so different than where we are from. But no matter where we are, we can also feel at home. If I walk into a church, I see the Blessed Sacrament and I am at home. It is the same here, it is the same in Brazil, it will be the same in Asia. I will be at home.” - Frater Alexandre Caetano, SCJ
Provincial Assembly in DRC: Evaluation and New Resolutions
The eleventh Provincial Assembly of the Congolese Province of the Priests of the Sacred Heart was held in Kisangani from February 2 to 7, 2026. It was a fraternal gathering that provided an opportunity to evaluate, witness firsthand, and adopt new resolutions.
Meeting of the International Communications Commission in Rome
Meeting in Rome from January 28 to February 4, 2026, the Congregation’s International Communications Commission held its first vital session for reflection and dialogue, aimed at strengthening fraternal bonds among its members and defining new communication strategies.
Strengthening the Quality of Dehonian Community Life: Visit of the Superior General to India
From January 21 to February 13, 2026, the India District is hosting a canonical visit of the Superior General, Fr. Carlos Luis Suarez Codorniu, SCJ. This visit has focused on strengthening the quality of community life—a vital step toward the District’s eventual elevation to Region status.
Bishop José Ornelas, in solidarity with the victims of storm Kristin in Portugal
Following a violent storm that struck the province of Leiria, Portugal, the region is healing its wounds. Between material destruction and the displacement of populations, the local Church, led by Bishop José Ornelas, SCJ, and the international community are mobilizing.
“You are not forgotten, and we hope this water will make your life easier.”
Interview with Petra Schürmann, organizer of the religious concert in Börger (Germany), which raised over 15,000 euros. These funds will provide access to clean drinking water in several villages in Cameroon through the Mission Procuration of the Priests of the Sacred Heart.
