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Twinning Program Year in Review: 2023-2024
The Holy Cross Mission Center is thrilled to celebrate the incredible achievements of our 2023-24 Twinning Partners in the U.S. Your dedication and...
A Shepherd for the School
One of the great joys of pastoring a parish with a school, such as here at Holy Cross Parish and School in South Bend, is the opportunity to...
A Cross-Formed Heart, Crayon Circles, and Colorful Communities
During my years in seminary formation, I spent summers continuing my education by serving in various communities. There was a summer when I lived...
Rev. Laurence M. Olszewski, C.S.C. | July 16, 1938 – June 3, 2024
Cocoa Beach, Florida – Rev. Laurence M. Olszewski, C.S.C., 85, died in Cocoa Beach, Fla. on June 3, 2024, after a short illness. Fr. Olszewski was...
Encountering God’s Light: Lucernarium
When we think about Holy Cross spirituality, we often think about the life and writings of our founder. These documents are a key part of our...
August 14, 2024: Memorial of Saint Maximilian Maria Kolbe, Priest and Martyr, 1894-1941
Maximilian Kolbe, OFM Conv, born Raymund Kolbe, was a Roman Catholic priest and a conventual Franciscan friar. He was martyred in the German death...
The U.S. Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross Reelects Rev. William M. Lies, C.S.C., Provincial Superior
Rev. William M. Lies, C.S.C., provincial superior since June 14, 2018, has been re-elected as the leader of the Congregation of Holy Cross, United...
Rev. Edward D. O’Connor, C.S.C. | October 28, 1922- May 30, 2024
NOTRE DAME, Indiana – Rev. Edward Dennis O’Connor, C.S.C., 101, died at Holy Cross House, Notre Dame, Indiana, on May 30, 2024, after a short...
Ganguly Exchange 2024: Moreau’s Men in Formation Depart for International Ministry Placements
Please join us in prayer for the 6 Holy Cross men in formation at Moreau Seminary who depart this week for their Ganguly Exchange experiences at...
Jubilee 2024
The Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province of Priests and Brothers celebrates the Jubilee of 18 men who were called to make God known,...
Eucharistic Revival and Missionary Discipleship
In my past few articles, I’ve shared the various liturgies, programs, and activities that Holy Cross Parish in South Bend has sponsored thus far in...
AVVTC Expands for a Brighter Future
Established in 2001, Audrey Veldman Vocational Training Center (AVVTC) provides two-year educational instruction for students seeking to enter the...
Biroidakuni Hostel Receives Support for Livestock & Repairs
The Biroidakuni hostel is home to students of Biroidakuni High School, a Catholic secondary school founded in 1941 by the Congregation of Holy Cross...
The Sacred Heart of Jesus: Exchanges and Devotions, Consolations and Commissions
The Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is celebrated this year on June 7. This devotion to the Sacred Heart of Christ is a place of...
St. André Bessette Parish-Bangladesh Recovers from Wild Elephant Damage
In September 2023, St. André Bessette Parish in Bangladesh was affected by a herd of wild elephants that traversed the parish grounds, damaging 5+...