In the Jubilee Year 2025/26, the Redemptorists celebrate the 300th anniversary of the birth of Saint Gerard Majella. Born into humble circumstances in the southern Italian town of Muro Lucano, Gerard joined the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer not as a priest, but as a lay brother. His life was marked by prayer, obedience, […]
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Redemptio as Resonance – Days of Recollection in Kleve
On Pentecost Monday and Tuesday, June 9 and 10, 2025, members, co-workers, and companions of the Redemptorists of the Province of St. Clemens gathered for days of recollection at the moated castle of Rindern near Kleve. The gathering began with a heartfelt reunion: over coffee and cake, old acquaintances greeted one another, new faces joined […]
Church Night 2025 at St. Josef an der Höhe: Music, Dream Journey, and Starry Sky
On the evening of Friday, June 27, 2025, the church of St. Josef an der Höhe in Bonn-Endenich took part in the 10th Bonn Church Night – and invited guests to an impressively designed evening under the motto “Night of Dreams.” Even before entering the church, guests were warmly welcomed by a friendly team – […]
Redemptorist Cardinals Tobin and Bychok enter conclave
Redemptorist Cardinals H.E. Joseph Tobin and H.E. Mykola Bychok enter conclave to elect the successor of Pope Francis and the Vicar of Christ on May 7 The 2025 Papal Conclave is scheduled to commence on May 7, 2025, in the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican after the death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, […]
In silent remembrance of Pope Francis
With deep sorrow, we bid farewell to Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88. His pontificate was marked by simplicity, closeness, and a firm commitment to bring the Gospel into the everyday lives of people. In his will, he requested to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria […]
Making a Stand for Human Dignity and Democracy
Seventy-five years ago, the architects of Germany’s Basic Law laid the foundation for democracy in Bonn, with its core principle enshrined in Article 1: “The dignity of every person is inviolable.” This sentence is more than a legal phrase—it is a legacy calling for social justice, peace, and mutual respect. Today, as societal divisions deepen […]
St. Nicholas Day: A Celebration of Hope and Action
St. Nicholas Day, as we know it today, has its roots in a deeply ingrained tradition that has evolved over centuries. December 6 was established as the feast day of St. Nicholas of Myra, as it is believed to be the date of his death in 343 AD. As early as the Middle Ages, customs […]
In the Sign of the Cross: Klemens Maria Hofbauer
Klemens Maria Hofbauer, the “Apostle of Vienna,” embodied a deep and almost mystical devotion to the Cross of Christ throughout his life. For Hofbauer, the Cross was far more than just a symbol seen in churches or on paintings; it was a living, all-encompassing reality, a guidepost for the path Jesus walked, and a reminder […]
Re-analogization in a Digital World
Imagine sitting in a cozy room, surrounded by books, a notebook, and a fountain pen. No notifications, no screens—just you and the simple tools of everyday life. Does that sound like a step backward? Perhaps, but in this return to analog practices, more and more people are finding deep satisfaction and peace in an otherwise […]
Cardinal Parolin Meets Two Redemptorist Priests Released from Russian Captivity
In a poignant encounter, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, met with Fathers Bohdan Galeta and Ivan Levitsky, two Redemptorist priests recently released from Russian captivity, on July 23, 2024, in Lviv, Ukraine. This meeting underscored the Vatican’s ongoing solidarity and support for those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. Cardinal Parolin’s visit […]