May 9, 20212 minNew Name and New MissionSometimes, in religious life, one changes his or her name. As we see in the Bible, the change of a name – as in the calling of the first...
Apr 25, 20212 minA Name Chosen by God“I will call you by a new name Pronounced by the mouth of the Lord.” (Is 62:2) I begin with this passage because I want to try to recount...
Mar 28, 20213 minDiscerning the Name "Antonio"How I received my religious name: In April of 2003, while on a pilgrimage to Rome with a senior brother of the community, we chose to...
Mar 21, 20213 minWhy My New Religious Name: Clara Maria Celeste?We are often asked why we choose a religious name other than our civil name. In the Word of God, being given a new name is tremendously...
Feb 15, 20212 minWhy the Name Jacinta?Usually finding and receiving a religious name is a very exciting process,even though it is different for each religious community. In...
Jun 14, 20204 minHow I Received the Name CaterinaSometimes people ask me whether we are allowed to choose our own religious name or if one is chosen for us. To this I generally respond...