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Second Meeting on Women’s Spirituality in our parish

15 March, 202611 March, 2026 by Alberto de la Portilla

On March 8, International Women’s Day, the Comboni Spirituality Group (GEC) and the Family Ministry of Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Pedro Canário, Espírito Santo State, in southeastern Brazil, organized an afternoon of spirituality with women. The moment was illuminated by the Word of God, with the passage from the story of Hannah, mother of Samuel (1 Sam 1-2). The speaker, Maria das Graças (GEC), gave a beautiful testimony: how to keep faith alive in the midst of trials and sufferings.

We had interactive activities, much praise, and joy. We ended the meeting with a gathering.

We had the support of the Men’s Rosary to serve snacks and the Youth Ministry of Charismatic Renewal to welcome the women, in addition to the incredible support of our parish priest.

Four hundred women participated in the meeting.

Neuma, GEC of Pedro Canário/ES

Comboni Spirituality Group Meeting in São Luís

6 March, 2026 by Alberto de la Portilla

From March 23 to 28, the GEC – São Luís (Comboni Spirituality Group) held spirituality meetings in all the communities of the Parish of São Daniel Comboni, located in the Vila Embratel neighborhood, São Luís – MA. The theme of the meetings was: The Cross of Jesus and Comboni are a preparation for the Triduum of the Birth of St. Daniel Comboni, our patron saint, to be held from March 13 to 15 in our parish.

It was an enriching moment for both the members of the GEC and our parishioners, because, in addition to further strengthening our faith, it made us stronger and more persevering in the mission of continuing the dream of St. Daniel Comboni.

Maxima Abreu, Coordinator of the GEC – São Luís.

Prayer Intentions of the Comboni Family March 2026

1 March, 2026 by Alberto de la Portilla

That, as the Comboni Family, we may seek out those far from the faith and be instruments of en-counter with the Lord Jesus and the Gospel of life, in every part of the world. Let us pray.

Prayer Intentions of the Comboni Family February 2026

1 February, 2026 by Alberto de la Portilla

That all institutes of consecrated life may grow in communion and collaboration, recognising the strength that comes from a common vocation and diversity of charisms. Let us pray.

Coming together strengthens our collective journey

14 January, 2026 by Alberto de la Portilla

Participating in COP-30 in November 2025 and the Comboni Family Forum was a very memorable experience in my life. These were intense days of listening, learning, and sharing, during which I was able to closely follow important debates on climate justice, care for our Common Home, and the defense of peoples and territories.

During those days, I had some very meaningful experiences, such as Tapiri, a space for interreligious dialogue marked by respect, listening, and diversity of beliefs. I also had the opportunity to learn more about the work that the Comboni Missionaries do in other countries, which broadened my view of the struggles, challenges, and commitments undertaken in different realities.

Another very important moment was the visit to the community of Piquiá. This visit allowed us to present to the participants of the Comboni Family Forum, who came from outside, a little of our history, our struggles, and the resistance of our people. They visited the Frei Tito Community Center and also communities in the interior. It was a moment of sharing, visibility, and strengthening of our collective journey.

It was very good to see people again, talk to new people, and learn about different cultures. I take with me every conversation, every lesson learned, and every story lived. It was a remarkable experience, and I returned even stronger to continue on the journey, with faith, responsibility, and commitment to social and environmental transformation.

Mainara Bezerra, young woman from Piquiá/MA/Brazil