by edaday | Apr 18, 2019 | News Archives
Passover, washing the feet, table fellowship, the Eucharist and the procession with the Blessed Sacrament to an altar of repose. These rituals from the Mass of the Lord’s Supper haven’t changed in nearly 2,000 years, but their solemn message of servant...
by edaday | Apr 17, 2019 | News Archives
Now that we are in Holy Week, preparations at the Viatorian Province Center are in full steam, with bright blue hydrangea and Easter lily plants arriving to decorate the chapel and gathering areas. Viatorian associates, brothers and priests will gather in the Province...
by edaday | Apr 16, 2019 | News Archives
Like many other religious communities, Viatorians draw their roots from 19th Century France. Fr. Louis Querbes founded the congregation in Vourles, in the aftermath of the French Revolution. Consequently, the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral tears at the heart of the...
by edaday | Apr 9, 2019 | News Archives, Peace & Justice
Two years after a pair of Viatorians opened the Viator House of Hospitality, the mission to welcome young, immigrant men seeking asylum in this country continues to build momentum — and support. Its most recent fundraiser, held at Maggiano’s Little Italy...
by edaday | Mar 28, 2019 | News Archives
“Trust! God’s Gotchu.” That was the theme at this year’s Religious Education Congress, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Office of Religious Education. It is the nation’s largest annual gathering of Catholics and once again Viatorians —...
by edaday | Mar 26, 2019 | News Archives
Associate Ken Barrie likes to work with his hands, preferably behind the scenes, making things happen for his parish community, St. Patrick Church in Kankakee. When he hears of someone in need — whether they need a coat, a meal, or a wheelchair ramp — he...