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The text below was written in July 2021, and sets out the theme of the work for the Salesians in 2022. Dear Brothers, Sisters and Friends, just six months go we gave the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians - as has been our radition since Don Bosco`s time - and the whole Salesian Family, the Strenna for the new year. Six months later, therefore, I have been asked to anticipate what could be the guiding theme for the new year 2022, as the different rhythms of the hemispheres where the Salesian presences are located demand. I do so gladly in the hope that it may be of some help.
VIDEOS
Posted by Madathiparambil Jose Thomas, Dimapur
``Litany of Loreto Explained`` is highly informative and will surely increase our devotion to Blessed Mother. Each title is beautifully explained. It can be used for our own self-learning and Catechesis.
Click on the link below to see the video
https://youtu.be/IZGUDvKQUHc
Psyche & Soul 29: ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING THROUGH MEANINGFUL LIVING
ANIMATION NOTES
Posted by PARAPPULLY Jose, New Delhi
In this weekend`s podcast Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com)continues exploration of mental health and wellbeing by looking at the role of meaningful living.
Recent research on health and happiness show that a sense of meaning in life is one of the major contributors to emotional and mental wellbeing.
ANIMATION NOTES
Posted by PARAPPULLY Jose, New Delhi
The Coming celebration of Christmas - God embodying human flesh as we read in John`s Gospel (1, 14), is a good occasion for us to reflect on another significant dimension of a Holistic Spirituality, namely, a Spirituality of Embodiment.
God taking on human flesh and blood in Jesus of Nazareth gives a whole new dimension to the understanding of the body -- human, but also all living and non-living bodies.
Psyche & Soul 20: TRANSFORMATION THROUGH COMMUNITY & COMPASSION
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Posted by PARAPPULLY Jose, New Delhi
The podcast last week referred to the massive disruption of life that covid-19 has ushered in. However, in the depth of this disruption that is quite overwhelming, lies the opportunity to create a more beautiful and humane world.
ANIMATION NOTES
Posted by PARAPPULLY Jose, New Delhi
Last weekend we reflected on the impact of dualism on spirituality. This weekend we shall reflect on a Spirituality based on the newly emerged Holistic paradigm.
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Several developments in science and philosophy in the last hundred years have undermined the mechanistic-dualistic paradigm and paved the way for the emergence of a new one - the Holistic paradigm.
Psyche & Soul 22: A SPLINTERED, DISTORTED SPIRITUALITY
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Posted by PARAPPULLY Jose, New Delhi
Last week end we reflected on Everyday spirituality. This weekend we shall continue our reflections on spirituality, especially the impact of dualism on spirituality.
I refer here to paradigms, change seen as evil, denigration of body, subjugation and oppression of women and patriarch and how these distort our understanding and practice of spirituality.
ANIMATION NOTES
Posted by PARAPPULLY Jose, New Delhi
The title of this podcast/blog ``Psyche & Soul`` alludes to a profound truth, namely ``psyche,`` that stands of psychology, and ``soul,`` standing for spirituality, go together.
We normally assume that the two are very different. Not really. Both have to do with everyday life and behaviour and thus have much in common. Good psychology is good spirituality, and good spirituality is good psychology
PRAYER SERVICES
Posted by THARAKAN John, Hyderabad
To the original mysteries of the rosary Pope John Paul II added the Mysteries of Light. Marian devotees have adapted almost everything about the rosary to draw meaning for their lives. A bishop used to recite each of the 10 Hail Marys in a different language. I too have enjoyed reciting each decade in a different language. During journeys I limit myself to just one Hail Mary after meditating on each mystery and its meaning for me today.
One day, while reciting the rosary, I imagined a different set of sorrowful mysteries. Bro. John Paul FSP and I have created these alternate sorrowful mysteries to pray the rosary. These mysteries are framed dialectically. Let Mary accompany us in this prayer as she once did with Jesus.
Diagnostic Criteria for what Pope Francis` calls ``Existential Schizophrenia``
ANIMATION NOTES
Posted by THARAKAN John, Hyderabad
We are in the Year of Consecrated Life. What Pope Francis told the Vatican Curia could apply to us Religious too. This year of ``Consecrated Life`` is a unique opportunity to seek a cure for ourselves. If we join the remnant, the minority that take the words of Jesus seriously and without deviating, we could still be cured of this ``Existential Schizophrenia,`` and we would be also helping the future religious to prevent it altogether. Here attached is a list of criteria for diagnosing ``Existential Schizophrenia``, presented by Fr. John Tharakan SDB.
PRESENTATIONS
Posted by Antony EARATHARA , Kolkata
A presentation of ``Lumen Fidei``, the first Encyclical of Pope Francis: Prepared by Fr. Gilbert Choondal SDB.
Introduction, Contents, Salient Themes, Definition of Faith, Salient Quotes, Evaluation.
The text below was written in July 2021, and sets out the theme of the work for the Salesians in 2022. Dear Brothers, Sisters and Friends, just six months go we gave the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians - as has been our radition since Don Bosco`s time - and the whole Salesian Family, the Strenna for the new year. Six months later, therefore, I have been asked to anticipate what could be the guiding theme for the new year 2022, as the different rhythms of the hemispheres where the Salesian presences are located demand. I do so gladly in the hope that it may be of some help.
In this weekend`s podcast Jose Parappully (sumedhacentre@gmail.com)continues exploration of mental health and wellbeing by looking at the role of meaningful living.
The Coming celebration of Christmas - God embodying human flesh as we read in John`s Gospel (1, 14), is a good occasion for us to reflect on another significant dimension of a Holistic Spirituality, namely, a Spirituality of Embodiment.
The podcast last week referred to the massive disruption of life that covid-19 has ushered in. However, in the depth of this disruption that is quite overwhelming, lies the opportunity to create a more beautiful and humane world.
Last weekend we reflected on the impact of dualism on spirituality. This weekend we shall reflect on a Spirituality based on the newly emerged Holistic paradigm.
Last week end we reflected on Everyday spirituality. This weekend we shall continue our reflections on spirituality, especially the impact of dualism on spirituality.
The title of this podcast/blog ``Psyche & Soul`` alludes to a profound truth, namely ``psyche,`` that stands of psychology, and ``soul,`` standing for spirituality, go together.
To the original mysteries of the rosary Pope John Paul II added the Mysteries of Light. Marian devotees have adapted almost everything about the rosary to draw meaning for their lives. A bishop used to recite each of the 10 Hail Marys in a different language. I too have enjoyed reciting each decade in a different language. During journeys I limit myself to just one Hail Mary after meditating on each mystery and its meaning for me today.
We are in the Year of Consecrated Life. What Pope Francis told the Vatican Curia could apply to us Religious too. This year of ``Consecrated Life`` is a unique opportunity to seek a cure for ourselves. If we join the remnant, the minority that take the words of Jesus seriously and without deviating, we could still be cured of this ``Existential Schizophrenia,`` and we would be also helping the future religious to prevent it altogether. Here attached is a list of criteria for diagnosing ``Existential Schizophrenia``, presented by Fr. John Tharakan SDB.
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A POWER POINT ON THE YEAR OF FAITH(IT IS IN MIXED LANGUAGES OF TAMIL AND ENGLISH)
A presentation of ``Lumen Fidei``, the first Encyclical of Pope Francis: Prepared by Fr. Gilbert Choondal SDB.
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