Immersing Teens in Helping Others Through Camps

Immersing Teens in Helping Others Through Camps

If this is July, then it’s the season for summer camps — but not exactly the camping experience of old. At nearly all of the places where Viatorians minister, teens will head to camps aimed at immersing them in helping others. These camps combine a sense...
Viatorian Pastor and His Gardens Make Cover Story

Viatorian Pastor and His Gardens Make Cover Story

Fr. Richard Pighini, CSV, and his lush gardens at Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Bourbonnais light up the cover of this month’s edition of Chicagoland Gardening Magazine. Inside, a four-page spread showcases the garden refuge established by Fr....
Celebrating the Impact of Laudato Si’

Celebrating the Impact of Laudato Si’

The Viatorian Community held discussion groups at many of their ministry sites after Pope Francis came out with his book, Laudato Si’: On the Care of Our Common Home. It turns out many religious communities implemented ways to care for our creation....
In Memoriam: Br. Leo V. Ryan, CSV

In Memoriam: Br. Leo V. Ryan, CSV

The Viatorian Community regrets to announce the passing of Br. Leo Ryan, CSV, one of its oldest and longest serving members. Br. Ryan had been hospitalized one week ago with congestive heart failure. He passed away Wednesday morning, at the age of 89 and in his 66th...