Graymoor Ecumenical and Interreligious Institute Announces New Programs
Graymoor Ecumenical and Interreligious Institute has announced two new opportunities for formation and mentorship, each being piloted during the 2023-24 academic year.
Father Vitaliy Perih Celebrates Entry into Postulancy
Father Vitaliy Perih has long been a supporter of the Society of the Atonement. On March 19, Laetare Sunday – the Fourth Sunday in Lent – Father Vitaliy celebrated his entrance into postulancy.
World Council of Churches General Secretary Visits Centro Pro Unione
The World Council of Churches’ General Secretary, Reverend Professor Doctor Jerry Pillay, visited the Centro Pro Unione in Rome on Wednesday, March 22.
Ecumenical Dialogue: Ecumenical Formation and the Way of Reconciliation
Aaron Hollander, for Ecumenical Trends - Habits of the Heart: Ecumenical Formation and the Way of Reconciliation
Graymoor Founder Father Paul Wattson, SA, Profiled in Messenger of St. Anthony
Did you know that Father Paul’s work wasn’t limited to the Holy Mountain, and that he cared for the poor in other countries? Did you know that he helped launch the Catholic Medical Mission Board?
1902-Present: The Union that Nothing Be Lost, Father Paul, and Supporting Relief Efforts in Turkey and Syria
Thousands of people have lost their lives following a series of devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. More than 47,000 have been killed, with countless more reportedly trapped, injured, and displaced.
Friars Featured in OSV Week of Prayer Story
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity continues to draw media attention, with the Friars’ involvement in the annual event recognized in Our Sunday Visitor News.
The article covered the history of the Week of Prayer in America, as well as the theology of Ecumenism and the life of Servant of God Fr. Paul Wattson, SA.
Fr. Jim Gardiner, SA, and Fr. Jim Loughran, SA, who were quoted in the article, gave their perspectives on Christian Unity and commented on this year’s theme, “Do Good; Seek Justice.”
To read the story, click here.
Brother Alfonso DeRuvo Renews Vows as Atonement Friar
Saint Francis removed himself of worldly interests, opting instead to follow the Gospel and connect himself to the teachings of Jesus. Brother Alfonso DeRuva, SA, chose to follow in Saint Francis’ footsteps four years ago, receiving his habit and entering the Society of the Atonement.
Celebrating Black History Month at Graymoor
Each February, we observe Black History Month, recognizing the central role that African Americans have played in our country. Over the years at Graymoor, there have been several Black Friars who faithfully served the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement.