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On November 28th, twenty –two women and two men, by means of Zoom, renewed their commitment as Associates of our Congregation.   They were joined by Rashmini  Segarajasinghe-Ernest who made promises for the first time.

Our prayer and time together was both beautiful and life-giving.  We reminded one another that we are called to listen to the message of the Gospel in our lives and to strengthen one another in our faith.  In an adaptation of the text of John Hammond, O.S.B., we prayed: “Together we will enter through the door of serenity, the silence of our hearts…we will meet there the God who in silence speaks to all creatures, the God who in silence speaks one word, the word of love.”  We were then given time to enter into the silence of our own hearts.  This was followed by a litany of thanksgiving and praise for the blessings in this time of COVID-19.

Our prayer naturally led us into proclaiming and celebrating our commitment.  There was a special moment when Rashmini pronounced her promises.  She felt honoured to be with us but we knew that we were the privileged ones.  Rashmini brings love, enthusiasm and a heart full of joy in serving.

We spent the next hour socializing and informally sharing our ministries at this time in our lives.  We have all learned new ways of reaching out to others.  We are truly blessed:  blessed in our faith and blessed in our community.

Our Zoom meeting was wonderful.  It was “so good” to be together.

Source : Sr Phyllis Douillard
Photo credit : Sr Pat O’Neill

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The interval between concerts has been prolonged. The second wave of this global health crisis has disrupted the scheduling of concerts planned at Maison Jesus-Marie (MJM). Only two concerts were held before new security measures were imposed for residents.

Sr Marie-Paule Demarbre – Lorraine Prieur

Thus, on September 20, Lorraine Prieur, pianist and Luc Saucier, bass,  came to share their “Love Stories and stories of humor” with an audience familiar with their performances. Following the warm  words of welcome by  Sr. Marie-Paule Demarbre, the two artists  played several pieces by famous composers, including Chopin.

The performance of this duo, as usual was remarkable, much to the delight of the public who attended. Some of those present, who have well-attuned ears for music, praised  the work of the singer who, according to them, had superb voice control.

It was a wonderful gathering for everyone.

A violin concert without an audience

At the end of October, a few days before her final violin recital, Geneviève Parent performed her program for the Sisters at Maison Jesus-Marie (MJM).  The viewing audience watched her on closed circuit TV, while she played her violin in the empty sound-proofed chapel.

Geneviève Parent

The performance was extraordinary, according to Sr. Maryse Moisan, who had organized the concerts at the Maison Jesus-Marie (MJM). “I have only one regret. I didn’t have the opportunity to meet Geneviève Parent, in person, to show my support and appreciation,” she said.

This former student of Sr. Maryse demonstrated “perfect technique”. She performed important pieces from the repertoire,  accompanied by pianist Gaspard Tanguay-Labrosse for  the  “Sonata for Violin and Piano in E minor” and  the  “Sonata for Violin and Piano No.1 in A major, Op. 13 by Gabriel Fauré. Between the two accompanied pieces, she performed solo, the “Poem for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 25 by Ernest Chausson.”  

Despite presenting  her recital without an audience, Geneviève Parent was delighted to have this opportunity because her upcoming performance for her Master’s degree would be presented behind closed doors.

Despite the let-down, Sr. Maryse nevertheless appreciated the talent of this student who works as a general practitioner at a CLSC on the South Shore. In addition to the pleasure of seeing her protégés  practice their art, each in their own way, Sr Maryse was moved by the beautiful testimony of this student. ” I owe my passion for the violin to you, Sister Maryse.”

Until further notice, the MJM concert schedule is suspended due to the pandemic.

Photo credit: Sr Suzanne Brault

 

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Let us bless divine Providence who takes special care of us  

- Eulalie Durocher, 18 Oct 18...

The notes, thoughts and letters of Mother Marie-Rose were the focus in the process of the mini-retreat for the French speaking SNJM affiliates on November 21st.   In the formation meetings with associate candidates in Peru, Sr. Marjorie Moffatt used the letters of our foundress of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, to reveal her spirituality. “I wanted them to discover for themselves how Mother Marie-Rose had faced obstacles and how she got through difficulties”, she said.

With Associate Diane Corbeil,  Sr Claudette Bastien, provincial councilor welcomed the participants  who then began their retreat with the song “Jesus and Mary, my strength and my Glory” composed by Agathe Dorge SNJM, and led by her niece, Sister Jeannine Vermette in Manitoba. Then, the reading of the story of the rocking chair reserved for Mary became the source for a rich time of sharing  and spontaneous shared prayer.

The next step was the silent reading of the short sayings of Eulalie Durocher in order to discover her spiritual journey.  These are some of the themes that were represented in these writings :

Prayer, devotion to the presence of God

Zeal for the charism of education

Patience and compassion in face of adversity

Good leadership

Discernment and seeking the will of God

A grateful heart

Union with God

This mini-retreat took into account and valued the personal experience of the participants who chose their favourite sayings, and commented on them, explaining what resonated most with them.

Besides the moments of interiority and reflection, the retreat gave priority to moments of sharing which this internet encounter allowed for, both in small groups  and all together.  The full participation of the participants demonstrated that they identified with Mother Marie-Rose and that they had a close and intimate relationship with her.

After lunch in two groups, the second half of the retreat proceeded with a reflective reading of a few chosen letters of Mother Marie-Rose with comments from the presenter and then from the participants.  By the evaluation of those present, we can be sure that the retreat was energizing and allowed for a better knowledge of the spirituality of Blessed Mother Marie-Rose.

The retreat concluded with comments from Sister Claudette, and the song : “ I Have Come to Cast Fire on the Earth”  Here is another one of her sayings :

“When our responsibility is great and weighs heavily upon us, need we complain? God is leading us.” (December 1844)

It is the hope of the organizers that the retreat allowed each one to identify elements most likely to help in our daily life, especially in times of adversity.

We recall that a similar retreat was held on Zoom with the SNJM earlier this year.

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In a recent article published in a regional newspaper and available on the G1-Globo.com web portal, journalist Paula Salati tells the story of an agricultural cooperative and the empowerment of the people of a rural region in Brazil.

Her meeting with a few key people allowed her to go back to the source of the enterprise and the change in mentalities. She thus discovered the influence and contribution of three SNJM Sisters from Quebec who arrived in Brazil in 1986. We present a summary of the article published in Portuguese.

A cooperative founded by women produces sweets while preserving caatinga

The agricultural cooperative was officially founded in 2004. Its foundations date back to the late 1980s with the arrival of three Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) of Quebec. They encouraged women and farmers in the semi-arid region of Bahia, particularly Uauá, Canudos and Curacá, to create their own source of income.

Farm workers during the harvesting of the imbu | Source: Coopercuc

The Cooperativa Agropecuaria Familiar in Canudos, Uauá and Curaçá  (Coopercuc) has since established itself as a resource in organic production of fruits in the caatinga* family, including passion fruit and imbu. The latter is  a flagship product of the cooperative. In addition to the commercial success of this fleshy fruit, it is worth noting the work of the rural communities of Coopercuc, in the preservation and proliferation of the umbezeiro, a Brazilian plum tree that has been on the verge of extinction for a few years.

The cooperative transforms the fruits of the harvest into sweets, jams and pulps that are greatly appreciated by the Brazilian market. Since its participation in the Slow Food agricultural exhibition in Italy, the cooperative has entered into the European market which includes the countries of France, Austria, Italy and more recently, Germany.

Encouraging women’s emancipation

Denise Cardoso, President of Coopercuc | Source: Coopercuc

70% of Coopercuc’s 270 family farming members are women. In 2016, Denise Cardoso, at the age of 26, became the first female executive and took over the management of the cooperative.  She tells the story of the cooperative in connection with the changing attitudes of the region and the influence of the Quebec Sisters.

“In our semi-arid region, men acted as absolute masters within the communities.  Husbands prevented their wives from going to school. They also prevented their wives from working outside the home,” says  Denise.

From left to right, we recognize Sr. Monique Fortier, Grace Leblanc, Sr. Marthe D’Aoust and Sr. Jacqueline Aubry in 1987 | Source: SNJM Archives

In 1986, change took place with the arrival of the three Canadian Catholic Sisters in the municipality of Bahia, in Uauá. Sisters Monique Fortier, Marthe D’Aoust and Jacqueline Aubry were part of the Faith-Based Communities (CEB), a movement in the Catholic Church that focused on the social and political organization of the poorest populations, especially during military dictatorships.

They forged close relationships with the women and men of Uauá, and later in Canudos and Curacá. Gradually, Sisters Monique, Marthe and Jacqueline began to encourage the women of Uauá to earn a living and to participate in the decisions of the local community, at a time when the presence of women in rural associations and social movements was non-existent.

Sr. Marthe D’Aoust (right) with other Sisters during a meeting with women in a church in 1990. | Source: Jussara Dantas Personal Archive

“The Sisters told the women, ‘Look, even at home, you can raise chickens, plant your own garden, harvest umbu and earn your livelihood, so that you don’t have to depend solely on your husbands,’ ” says  Denise  Cardo. The Sisters also organized meetings at the church. “The men thought that the women were going to study the Bible. But, over and above that, the Sisters were preparing a social transformation in the minds of women.”

Feeding dreams of freedom

Denise believes that this foundational work opened the door to the remarkable history of the co-op. “In this sense, when we founded Coopercuc, everybody already understood what socio-activism was and how collective decisions worked.”

Sr. Monique Fortier with a farm family. 1993 | Source: SNJM Archives

Although Denise, the current co-op president was only two years old when the SNJM’s arrived in her area, she has an unforgettable memory of that time, even though the Sisters left in 1997. The presence of other missionaries who continued working in the same vein helped  to nurture her dream of greater freedom of action and her desire to have a life different from that which her mother had. She remarked, “My  mother, who was frequently with the Sisters, often told me:  ‘My daughter, don’t marry as young as I did. I want you to have a future with studies and a job.’ “

Motivated not to experience the same difficulties as her mother, Denise continued her studies. At 30, she is not married and does not yet have children although her mother, as she says, “was married at 16, because my grandfather wanted her to be safe in life.”

Visit of Sr. Monique Fortier in 2009 to one of the communities in Uauá. Jussara Dantas is on the right (in blue). | Source: Jussara Dantas Personal Archive

The path of another Coopercuc partner, Jussara Dantas, age 39, was also transformed by the SNJM Sisters. She is currently the head of the Municipal Secretariat of Education in Uauá, holds a Master’s degree in semi-arid development, and is a geographer and psycho-pedagogical teacher. “The Sisters allowed me to dream of something else,” says Jussara, whose horizon has been full of possibilities.

An invaluable contribution

In Denise Cardoso’s opinion, the presence of the Sisters not only transformed the lives of women in the region. “The Sisters also worked hard to raise awareness among young boys. Many of them had thought they would leave their communities to work abroad. Instead, they have learned to value their semi-arid environment.”

These two young women have also highlighted another remarkable fact credited to the SNJM Sisters. Before leaving for a new mission in 1997, they had succeeded in being a strong force in motivating and encouraging the people in the three Bahian communities, preparing them for the arrival of organizations that would help them with the production of fruit and the preservation of the caatinga.

During a diocesan pilgrimage to Romaria de Canudos, we see Sr. Jacqueline, Cristina, SNJM associate, Sr. Monique and Sr. Ana Maria V. Mamani, visiting Uauá. Source: SNJM Archives

For example, an NGO (Instituto Regional da Pequena Agropecu-ria Apropriaa – IRPAA) set up shop in the region to work with management techniques adapted to the vegetation and climate of the semi-arid region. As early as 1997, women from the three communities received training  from this NGO, regarding the processing of the fruits of the region.

This training has been beneficial as Denise recounts. “My aunts and my mother participated and learned how to make jams and sweets. Following this class, my parents started making sweets at home, put them into jars and took them to street markets. It was the very beginning of the co-op.”

Valuing a semi-arid environment and looking forward to future endeavors

Although the production and marketing of sweets by farmers in a cooperative began in 1997, it was not until 2004 that the cooperative was formalized. During these years, the partners built small processing units in the organization’s 13 rural communities.

Coopercuc farmers working on the imbu harvest. The umbuzeiro recognized as “the sacred tree of the hinterland”. | Photo sources: Coopercuc and Adilson Ribeiro personal archive

Since 2016, the cooperative no longer benefits from public programs, which had encouraged the purchase of its products for redistribution to people in need of food and those in the public schools. It needs to develop new markets in the private sector, including supermarket chains, for example, and maintain partnerships with NGOs and governments.

In August 2020, Coopercuc exported banana jam with passion fruit to Germany, in partnership with a European company (Toda Vida) that supports sustainable agriculture projects in Brazil. In addition, resources have been invested in the Agrocaatinga project to mainly assist poor farm families and promote the preservation and enhancement of biome*.

The members of the cooperative are also encouraged to diversify their garden by planting various species thereby preserving the caatinga and enhancing the imbu. The latter has also seen an increase in its market value from R$3 for 60 kg in 2003, to more than R$150 today.

Sisters Jacqueline and Monique during a meeting with community leaders in Uauá. | Source: SNJM Archives

According to Denise, the SNJM Sisters are closely associated with Coopercuc even though they were not involved in the entire construction of the cooperative. “They are the ones who gave the basics of social formation, the notion of political participation and taught us to live with our semi-arid environment…

Sr. Marthe D’Aoust with a newly confirmed young girl. | 199 Source: SNJM Archives

We have former members who, even though retired, do not lose their membership in the co-op. The Sisters have left their mark on our history,” concludes the director of the co-op.

Sisters Monique Fortier and Jacqueline Aubry now live in Quebec, while Sr. Marthe died in 2008.

 
 
 
*Caatinga refers to a particular type of vegetation, in this case small thorny trees living seasonally in an ecosystem itself belonging to the desert biome** and bushes of the neotropical ecozone. (Wikipedia source)
**Biome: A biome /ˈbaɪoʊm/ is a large community of plants and animals that occupy a certain region defined by its climate and dominant vegetation.  (Wikipedia source)

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During a virtual conference for members of the Committee for Action against Internal and International Human Trafficking (CATHII) and invited guests, Nadine Lanctôt, PhD,* presented the results of a study conducted in 2016: “The Hidden Face of Prostitution”,** providing a better understanding of the sexual exploitation of minors. She also reported on the consequences of this sexual exploitation through the lens of complex trauma, the theoretical model used for this research.

First of all, she highlighted a change implemented since June 2019 that has a direct effect on the perception and management of cases handled according to the administrative protocols of youth protection in Quebec. Thus, instead of labelling a person who has been sexually exploited within the prostitution system as an offender (serious behavioural disorders), we now speak of a victim of sexual assault.

However, even if the change is official, this does not mean that everyone has fully integrated this major distinction. There is, therefore, a great deal of awareness work to be done. This is all the more relevant, as Ms. Lanctôt reminds us, because the results of her research with 125 adolescent girls and women reveal deep wounds that deserve a special approach and enough time to help these victims rebuild their lives.

“Living with…”

The speaker uncovered disturbing facts and presented poignant testimonials that reflect the vulnerability of victims of sexual exploitation. In the group of young girls at “Centre Jeunesse” (Youth Centre) who have experienced sexual exploitation, 44% admitted to having been sexually assaulted before the age of 12. This percentage drops to 26% in the second group of young girls placed in the Youth Centre, those who have not lived in the world of sexual exploitation.

In some cases, the injuries are so severe that even taking a shower becomes difficult because the relationship with one’s own body has been altered. Can we even imagine the anguished cry of a girl who was gang-raped by eight men and who wanted to “be killed” rather than having to “live with it…”?

The consequences are multiple and affect a number of aspects of the victim’s life. “This person defines herself by her history of victimization,” says Ms. Lanctôt. From considerable psychological distress, to intense anger, to an emotional shutdown and a distaste for life, victims are often struggling with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Social reintegration

Nadine Lanctôt,Ph.D. en criminologie

In such circumstances, the speaker spoke of a long process to promote the social reintegration of victims of sexual exploitation. Despite the real difficulties in meeting this challenge, she remains optimistic. “Knowledge is increasingly leading us towards a positive approach to rehabilitation, focusing on the needs, strengths and resources of victims of sexual exploitation rather than on their deficits and the risks they face. Quebec can thus draw inspiration from scientific and social innovations stemming from partnerships between researchers and workers in the field.”

This opens up other avenues of investigation to further explore certain issues that are more relevant to the work in the field so that we can better support victims of sexual exploitation. For example: What are promising practices?  What are the preferred approaches to intervention? What are the factors that facilitate or hinder those who have escaped from sexual exploitation from being trapped in it again? 

For CATHII members, the results of the research led by Nadine Lanctôt highlight the serious and lasting consequences affecting young women who have been sexually exploited in the prostitution system. They validate the neo-abolitionist position adopted by the organization.

This approach advocates for the abolition of the system of prostitution from a perspective of feminist struggles and the human rights of prostituted persons. It militates for the criminalization of pimps and clients and for the non-criminalization of those who are captive within the present system.

Discover the web series “The hidden faces of prostitution”.   (in French only)

*Nadine Lanctôt, Ph.D. in Criminology | Tenured Professor – Department of Psychoeducation, Université de Sherbrooke | Canada Research Chair on the Placement and Rehabilitation of Girls in Difficulty
**The full title of the 2016 study: The Hidden Face of Prostitution: A Study of the Impact of Prostitution on the Development and Well-Being of Girls and Women

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The Ellice Manor renovation project led by Maison des enfants Marie-Rose is now complete. The organization was able to complete this major project on this historic building ($1.4M) without incurring any debt. Although the site has become “the most beautiful place in Beauharnois” today, the inside still needs to be furnished.” It’s a very beautiful but empty shell,” says Janine Lefebvre, Co-Executive Director and co-founder of the organization.

As soon as equipment is acquired or donated, those in charge will take care of outfitting the various spaces, from the kitchen to the concert hall. “Among other things, we are looking for equipment and materials for the art and painting rooms, as well as benches and chairs and equipment for our Community bakery aptly named, “Le pain des enfants” (The Children’s Bread)” says Ms. Lefebvre.

Health regulations during this time of pandemic impose restrictions regarding an official launching ceremony, open to the public. Despite the desire to quickly share this good news with local children and families, Janine Lefebvre admits that it gives them a little more time to devote to furnishing the Manoir and planning its new programs.

A multidisciplinary cultural space for the entire population

This time is all the more valuable as she is eager to create a spark of magic during this first contact with the public. “We have always wanted to renovate this 1852 seigniorial building so as to transform it into a place of culture for the children, families and citizens of Beauharnois and the region. We want to offer a cultural space accessible to the entire population. The stones of the manor, a prior residence for SNJM Sisters for ten years, are imbued with the Sisters’ prayers which have blessed us.”

With the renovation of Manoir Ellice, Maison des enfants will be able to provide soundproof rooms, areas adapted to offer help with homework, a multi-purpose room, rental rooms and a cultural café as well as The Children’s Bread” bakery. The expansion of the premises will also enable a doubling in capacity to meet the high demand for cultural activities for children aged 5 to 12 and their families.

The director also wants to create a memorial space to pay tribute to the foundress of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM). The Congregation, assumed a major role in the education of young people in our community for 173 years.

An approach that gives results

The organization is distinguished by its philosophy based on building through art and music. The approach of learning arts and music accompanies the child in a non-competitive and non-violent creative process that fosters self-esteem.

Social workers and educators stimulate the child’s development in order to lead him/her to success. Of note, three of the children in the 2007-2008 initial cohort are currently completing their university studies. Among the organization’s other objectives, the development of a taste for the arts and the encouragement of respect for others and for differences are among the most important.

The realization of this somewhat “crazy” project of renovating Manoir Ellice to give it a new mission is the result of great tenacity on the part of the management team of Maison des enfants Marie-Rose composed of Janine Lefebvre and Rodolphe Demers as well as the Board of Directors who are very committed to the children’s cause.

It is also the result of a great complicity with the community and the financial support of many partners: Heritage Canada | MRC Beauharnois Salaberry | Ministère des Affaires municipales et du territoire | Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary | Mouvement Desjardins | Mission inclusion (L’œuvre Léger) | Fondation Jeunesse Vie | Agriculture Canada | Montreal Symphony Orchestra Fondation | Brothers of the Christian Schools.

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During the launching of the new year for members of Consecrated Life held on September 19, Sr. Denise Riel, provincial animator of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary of Quebec, gave a portrait of her Congregation and the measures taken during this time of pandemic. She presented the challenges involved in protecting the members of the Congregation.

She also delivered a message of hope in support of the theme expressed by Bishop Claude Hamelin, Bishop of the Diocese of Saint-Jean-Longueuil. She talked about initiatives to create a wholesome environment that enriches community spirit. She raised questions for reflection to help participants build on their particular experience of confinement.

By means of a video in French, you can listen to her message.

To learn more about this day click on the following link (in French)

 

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As part of the International Day of Non-Violence, an international event will be held in several major cities, including Montreal and Los Angeles, on October 2, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The demonstration aims to demand that the Pornhub/MindGeek website “be shut down for allegedly permitting and profiting from the sexual trafficking and rape of women and children. »

More than 2 million signatories from 192 countries supported the “Traffickinghub” petition by anti-trafficking expert Laila Mickelwait to close Pornhub. The campaign is based on numerous examples of real-life videos of child sexual abuse, adult trafficking, assault and rape, all of which would be monetized on Pornhub. A viral video of the non-religious, non-partisan movement has accumulated more than 33 million views. 

A U.S. Senator (Ben Sasse) has written to the U.S. Attorney General asking the U.S. Department of Justice to open an investigation into Pornhub and its parent company MindGeek.  A similar request for an investigation by the Government of Canada was made to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau by an all-party group of Canadian MPs.

To learn more about this international event where physical distancing measures will be implemented, visit the site.

Find out the full story of this campaign and a way to sign the petition still in progress by visiting the site available in several languages: English | French | Español | Portuguese

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The employees of Maison Jésus-Marie (MJM) are now benefitting from an official recognition program, which will be held annually. Its unveiling took place in a very pleasant setting, outdoors, under a tent, during a Bar-B-Q lunch and at various times to accommodate the schedules of all the staff. This tent facilitated meeting one another in smaller groups.

The MJM staff recognition program is the result of a process undertaken last year and ratified by the members of the Board of Directors in December 2019. However, the final preparations for this event and its active presentation were delayed by the pandemic.

The process made it possible to complete and update all the various policies (human resources, ethics, equity, etc.). It also provides for the recognition and celebration of the seniority of staff members.

Recognizing employee commitment

“We have employees with 40 and 42 years of service with us,” says Geneviève Grégoire, Executive Director of MJM. For the 90 or so full-time and part-time employees working in various functions at MJM, the cumulative years of service with the Sisters total nearly 750 years!

The program that has been put in place is intended to highlight seniority and to foster the culture of recognition, already visible in the many small gestures of gratitude offered on a regular basis and even spontaneously, at times, as was the case throughout the spring COVID-19 confinement. The program recognizes years of seniority in five-year increments (5, 10, 15, 20, 25 years, etc.)

Ms. Geneviève Grégoire, Executive Director, with Sr. Monique Gendron, relaxing in the background, following the official unveiling of the program

As part of the official unveiling of the program, employees received an information package, containing the updated documents and policies. Since it was the first year of the program, anyone with more than 30 years of service was honored and offered a gift card along with those celebrating 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years of service.  “We also included those who would be celebrating a special anniversary year in a few months,” says Ms. Grégoire. Next year and henceforth, only employees celebrating anniversary years, in 5-year increments will be honored and presented a gift card and special greetings.

The Sisters at Maison Jésus-Marie were able to attend one or other of these small festive gatherings and enjoyed a little “treat” since the organizers had planned to have an “ice cream truck” on the premises.

Judging by the cheerful faces of the participants and staff members, the unveiling and the “extras” were well appreciated!

Photos: Sr Suzanne Brault and Mrs. Geneviève Grégoire

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In its most recent issue, Rencontre magazine, published in French, by the  Centre culturel chrétien de Montréal (Christian Cultural Centre of Montreal) reminds us that the pandemic affects everyone, but not in the same way everywhere. Rather, it reveals social inequalities, a theme that this issue addresses from various angles.

Among other things, it speaks about human rights, the importance of prioritizing the effect on those living in poverty and the roots of social inequality in Brazil. One of the articles portrays the actions undertaken by some Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) around the world.

Without wanting to be exhaustive, this text highlights difficult and very worrying realities, lived out daily by Sisters in Brazil, Peru, the United States and Canada.  There are testimonies of Sisters committed to families and vulnerable people. It also deals with the phenomena of violence and human trafficking.

You can view the entire publication by clicking here. In French only.

You can print the article on SNJM actions, available in PDF format here.