May 1st, long ago dedicated to St. Joseph the Worker by Pope Pius XII, has now been chosen as the first Religious Brothers Day, to honor men, who, so much like St. Joseph, dedicate themselves to live out compassionate service to the community in education, health care and in many cases, manual labor. Also, like St. Joseph, they work consistently, dependably and quietly...no spotlights or fanfare. They serve as models of the Evangelical Counsels of poverty, chastity and obedience, and by their witness, encourage the faithful to live the Gospel as best they can in their state of life. Let us pray for and with our Brothers:
God of mercy and compassion, thank you for the extraordinary life, witness, and ministry of Religious Brothers in our Church.
In your wisdom, you have called these ordinary men to serve generously, pray, and share your healing love with others.
As we celebrate our annual Religious Brothers Day, deepen our appreciation for the vocation of Religious Brothers, their congregational charisms, and their commitment to vowed community life.
Strengthened by our baptismal call to holiness, inspire us to invite men to consider religious life as a Religious Brother.
Grant all Religious Brothers the grace and perseverance they need to proclaim your Holy Word for the life of our Church and our World. Amen. --Religious Brothers Day Committee
Bro. Rene
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