Delegates from Viatorian Provinces and Foundations around the world began gathering July 3 in Ariccia, Italy for the 39th General Chapter. It is one of the most important events in the life of the congregation, as delegates discuss ways to deepen the mission and discover new ways to live out the Viatorian charism.
But the three weeks of deliberation are not without their lighter moments. Among the goals of coming together in prayer and discernment is to strengthen the international solidarity of the Viatorian mission — and affirm one another.
Here are some images of the first week of the General Chapter as captured by Viatorians from the Province of Spain:
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- Casa Divin Maestro
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- History of the congregation on display
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- A July 4th celebration
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- Fr. Robert M. Egan, Superior General
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- Morning prayers in a side chapel
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- Watching Spain vs. France in Euro 2024
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- Delegates at work
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- Br. Jean-Marc St. Jacques of Canada and Fr. Tom von Behren elected to leadership
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- Praying the rosary
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- Celebrating Fr. Dan Hall’s birthday
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- Fr. Gregorio Esquíbel, Provincial of Spain, plays the organ at Mass.
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- Fr. Mark Francis celebrates Mass.