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Fr. Paul Valentine, C.S.C., Fr. Pinto Paul, and Fr. Richard Sserugo met with Fr. Michel Daubanes, Rector of Lourdes Shrine, to discuss collaborative efforts in fostering faith and spiritual renewal
Fr. Martin, Director of English Ministry at Lourdes, met with Fr. Timon Innocent, C.S.C., and Fr. Richard to discuss pastoral initiatives and spiritual outreach at the shrine
Global Leadership Influence for Family Well-being
Global Leadership Influence for Family Well-being
HCFM-France engaged with bishops from Le Mans, Tarbes, and Lourdes, alongside experts in social media and filmmaking, to enhance the mission’s outreach. Efforts included rebranding the organization from Family Rosary to Holy Cross Family Ministries France, aimed at strengthening its influence and making family prayer more accessible and impactful.
Youth Empowerment Initiatives
Youth Empowerment Initiatives
The ministry engaged students at St. Michael High School in Paris with a day of prayer and reflection, distributing 200 Rosaries. Plans are underway to expand youth-focused activities, including outreach at Our Lady of Orveau in eastern France.
Praying with Children at Garrison, France
Fr. Pascal and Fr. Timon Innocent, C.S.C., engage with children at Garrison, guiding them in prayer and faith formation, fostering a deeper connection with God.
Cultural Engagement via Media
Cultural Engagement via Media
HCFM-France established a presence on Facebook and Instagram to share daily prayers, family-focused teachings, and reflections on the life of Venerable Patrick Peyton. Although the audience is traditionally conservative, the ministry sees opportunities to expand its reach through digital evangelization, including broadcasting Masses and Rosary prayers.
Fr. Richard guides the faithful in praying the Holy Rosary at the Lourdes Grotto, fostering deep devotion, reflection, and spiritual connection in this sacred place.
Fr. Richard, newly appointed Director of HCFM France, is ready to bring renewed vision and spiritual leadership to the Garrison Shrine, fostering prayer, community engagement, and faith formation.
Community Building and Catholic Connections
Community Building and Catholic Connections
Monthly Family Masses and a WhatsApp group for Catholic mothers praying for their sons have fostered connections within the Catholic community in Le Mans. These initiatives have created spaces for collective prayer and reflection, promoting a sense of belonging.
Fr. Richard Prays the Rosary with a Group of Seniors in Tarbe
An Uplifting Experience of Praying the Rosary with the Community at Lourdes Shrine
Qualitative Highlights:
Qualitative Highlights:
Distributed 200 Rosaries to students at St. Michael High School in Paris.
Established WhatsApp groups focused on prayer and community building.
Active presence on Facebook and Instagram to reach Catholic families.
Monthly Family Masses organized in Le Mans.
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