Missionary testimonies from the Philippines
Four participants in the first edition of the Shalom Mission Trip, celebrated from July 2 to 17, tell us about their experiences after two weeks of missionary formation and evangelization in Manila.
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.
History
The Shalom Catholic Community was founded on July 9, 1982, after its founder, Moysés Louro de Azevedo Filho, offered his life and youth to bring Christ and the Catholic Church to those who were distant, especially the youth. On June 30, 1980, Pope John Paul II arrived in Brazil for his first visit to the country. The pontiff visited 13 cities and took part in the opening of the X International Eucharistic Congress in Fortaleza (CE). When he was 20 years old, Moysés Azevedo was chosen by the Archbishop of Fortaleza, Dom Aloísio Lorsheider, to give a gift to the Pope in the name of the Archdiocese’s youth. Moysés started to pray, asking God what he should offer to ...
Bishop Rui Valério talks about the fruits of WYD Lisbon 2023
In an interview with the Shalom Catholic Community, Bishop Rui Valério, Patriarch of Lisbon, spoke about the conversion movement among young people and the Church's renewed awareness of Portuguese youth.
Celebration and conferral of Palliums on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Pope Francis presided at the Eucharist celebrated in St. Peter's Basilica today, June 29, in commemoration of the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, patron saints of Rome, in which our founder, Moysés Azevedo, was present.
Level Up 2024 Edition: a surprising and life-changing experience.
In typical Toronto fashion, The Valley of The Mother of God and the Shalom missionaries welcomed young adults from many ethnicities and backgrounds into a world warmed by the presence of the Holy Spirit. The peaceful beauty of the centre and the presence of brothers and sisters looking to deepen their experience with God hinted that they were about to step outside of their regular daily lives into something greater than most of them would have expected. “I was thinking that Level Up would be just like another retreat, but it was something totally new that God wanted to give me, where I felt His presence in my life again after being a little away from Him and with my ...
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 Experience ACAMPS isn’t just an event—it’s a transformative experience designed to resonate deeply with young hearts seeking purpose and connection. Rooted in the spirituality of the Shalom Catholic Community, ACAMPS blends dynamic worship, engaging talks, and pulsating music to create an atmosphere where faith comes alive and friendships flourish. A Fusion of Faith and Fun Imagine spending days surrounded by the majestic beauty of New ...
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 (CSL) to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the first meeting of young people in St. Peter’s Square, convened with St. John Paul II during the Holy Year of the Redemption in 1984. In homage and remembrance of this moment that later gave rise to the World Youth Days (WYD), on Saturday, April 13, the Youth Cross, a gift of St. John Paul II, was once ...
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 – serves as the catalyst for an experience that has forever altered my being. It all commenced with a serendipitous encounter over a year ago, when fate led me to cross paths with Barbara, whose warm embrace welcomed both myself and my sister. In that moment, it felt as though divine intervention was at play. Little did I realize, this encounter would set me on a ...
“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.
