Holy Mass opens the General Assembly of the Shalom Community
From August 16 to 30, around 300 members of the Shalom Community will gather to participate in the community’s highest decision-making body.
Removal of the scaffolding: The icon of the Risen Lord is revealed
On the day Christ reveals his divine face in the mystery of the Transfiguration, the scaffolding is removed from the Church's central icon of the Risen Lord who passed through the Cross.
Shalom Catholic Community celebrates 42 years of foundation
This new year is marked by the divine call to return to the origins of the offer of life and 'cast the nets' in view of the evangelization of humanity.
ACAMPS North America: an encounter that will change your life
Welcome to a vibrant celebration where faith meets adventure, and hearts are set ablaze with the fire of God’s love. ACAMPS North Festival, hosted annually in the scenic embrace of New England, beckons young adults from across the USA and Canada to embark on a journey of faith, community, and profound personal discovery. An Unforgettable […]
40th anniversary of the first meeting of the youth with St. John Paul II in Rome
The St. Lawrence International Center and the Shalom Community held the “Festival of Hope” to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first youth meeting with Pope Wojtyla in St. Peter’s Square, the seed of World Youth Day. On April 13 and 14, the “Festival of Hope” was held at the St. Lawrence International Youth Center […]
Pope Francis to young people around the world: “Christ lives and loves you infinitely”
25 March marks the 5th anniversary of the publication of the Apostolic Exhortation “Christus vivit”, a message of hope and faith from the Holy Father that resonates in the hearts of Shalom youth. Message of Pope Francis Dear young people, Christ is alive and he wants you to be alive! This certainty always makes my […]
Life in the Spirit Seminar and the power of God manifested in the life of participants
My name is Rosaria, and my ties to the Catholic faith run profound and deep. I am overwhelmed with humility, gratitude, and a lingering sense of wonder as I recount a journey that has deeply impacted my life. The bond I share with San Damiano Mission Retreat – the Life in the Spirit Seminar – […]
It is time for conversion
Lent begins this Wednesday and is an invitation to live almsgiving, fasting, and prayer. Learn how to live this time better.
“Young people always surprise, they are hope for the Church and for the world”
Father João Chagas, priest and missionary of Life Community, has been on mission in Rome for more than 20 years at the service of the Shalom Catholic Community and the universal church. They were years of "richness", full of experiences marked by the protagonism of young people from all over the world, years which now culminate in his return to Fortaleza, Brazil.
Novena to Saint Joseph
"Firmness in difficulties and constancy in the pursuit of the good." CCC 1808