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The birth of “Selvas Amazónicas”, the Dominican magazine of missionary reflection.

The birth of “Selvas Amazónicas”, the Dominican magazine of missionary reflection.

The missionary outlook of the Dominicans towards the most vulnerable First issue of the publication on indigenous peoples. A well-designed presentation for this new publication of missionary reflection. Madrid, 4 March 2021. Selvas Amazónicas – Misioneros Dominicos is launching a new magazine format to show and analyse the reality that is lived in the different places where Dominicans are present…

Lines of Pastoral Action in Amazonia

Lines of Pastoral Action in Amazonia

From 2 to 8 July 2023 in the Vicariate of Puerto Maldonado in the Peruvian Amazon took place a fruitful first meeting of the Dominican Family of Latin America and the Caribbean, organised by the General Curia of the Order of Preachers, the Province of St. John the Baptist of Peru, the Vicariate of Puerto Maldonado (VICAPM) and CIDALC.

A Sign of Hope for the Order’s Mission in Amazonia

A Sign of Hope for the Order’s Mission in Amazonia

In a meeting of Dominican Amazonian Missions in Puerto Maldonado, from July 2nd to 8th, 2023, Bishop David Martínez de Aguirre Guinea reflects on the Dominican Order’s commitment to keeping alive the church in the Peruvian Amazon. This gathering offered hope in a region where religious presence is declining, emphasizing the importance of the Amazon’s contribution to the world.

Lay Dominicans: A Hope for the Mission in Amazonia

Lay Dominicans: A Hope for the Mission in Amazonia

In the Amazon, the Lay Dominicans see a call to preach the Gospel, recognizing the region’s unique challenges. They seek to promote missionary vocations, uniting faith with local culture and ecological awareness.

Dominicans at the Synod on Synodality

Dominicans at the Synod on Synodality

On October 15, the Dominican community at Santa Sabina in Rome welcomed brothers participating in the Synod on Synodality. The Master of the Order, Brother Gerard Francisco Timoner III, OP, extended a warm welcome, emphasizing the Order’s commitment to accompany the Church in its journey toward deeper communion.

Ministers of Mercy and Compassion

Ministers of Mercy and Compassion

In the Dominican tradition, Brothers, like St. Martin de Porres, bring healing and hope to the Church, reaching those on society’s fringes. Their ministry is a call to embrace the wounded and abandoned.

Fishermen and Shepherds

Fishermen and Shepherds

Fr. Gerard Francisco Timoner III, OP, emphasized the unique Dominican preaching mission, comparing it to both a shepherd and a fisherman. This mission involves saving souls and fostering communion with God.

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