From July 25 to 27, 2025, the 39th National Assembly of Lay Dominicans of the Province of Santiago de México was held at the San Alberto Magno Priory in Mexico City. The event gathered lay fraternities from across the Province to reflect, deepen their formation, and strengthen the Dominican lay vocation in today’s world.
Ukraine’s landscapes bear the scars of war—flags over graves, ruined homes, and memorials to fallen soldiers. Amid suffering, the Dominican martyrs of Chortkiv inspire hope, embodying unwavering faith and the courage to remain with their people in danger.
“Mysteries of joy, sorrow, glory, and light” in our lives […].Hope is Christ in us.— cf. Col 1:27 Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Transfiguration of the Lord, a luminous mystery that invites us to contemplate the glory of Christ, to listen to His voice, and to follow Him faithfully. 1. Contemplate the Glory of Christ in prayer. A…
“The Gospel we proclaim today tells us that Jesus withdrew to a solitary place after receiving the news of the death of John the Baptist. However, the crowd followed him, and he took pity on them. Jesus saw the need of the crowd and decided to act. With the five loaves and two fish, he fed the crowd, demonstrating his…
Building Bonds Among Provinces Sunday. When I asked one of the brothers why general chapters are called every three years, since we elect a general once every nine years, he replied without hesitation that it is primarily about unity. Chapters are for meeting, for building bonds—between brothers, between provinces. No one needs to be reminded that we come from different…
“Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.”— Matthew 14:28 Jesus made his disciples get into a boat and sail against the wind all night long. This is a feeling you provincial know all too well, I imagine. Then he appeared to them walking on the sea. The disciples were not comforted, nor relieved nor…
Memorial of Bl. Jane of Aza2 August 2025 Dear Brothers and Sisters of the Dominican Family, Greetings from the General Chapter here in Krakow! At the beginning of our chapter, fr. Vivian Boland presented the work of the theological commission on The Vocation of the Cooperator Brother in the Order and in the Church. There is much to ponder and…
“You give them something to eat.”— Matthew 14:16 Saint John Mary Vianney [M] Brothers and sisters: In this general chapter, we gather to reflect on our mission and our life as preachers. The Gospel of Matthew (Mt. 14:13-21) offers us a rich source of inspiration for our reflection and prayer on this day. Today we commemorate Saint John Mary Vianney, also…
Daily Routine Holy Mass and morning prayers begin at 7:30 a.m. This is followed by a quick breakfast, coffee, and then meetings from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a short break in the middle. Afterwards, there is lunch and a moment to relax—many of the brothers stay in the priory, drinking coffee and engaging in casual conversation. At 3:00…
“But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”— Matthew 6:33 “‘My friend, who appointed me your judge, or the arbitrator of your claims?’” “‘Watch, and be on your guard against avarice of any kind, for life does not consist in possessions..’” Indeed, “vanity of vanities, all is vanity,” as Qoheleth…
