NEWS

Every summer, men in formation at Graymoor, home to the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, are called to do a service project.

On September 6, Brother Charles Okorie commenced his novitiate with the Friars. On the same day, Brother Giuseppe Rinaldi began his novitiate as a Tertiary of the Society of the Atonement. Brother Paolo Nicosia, SA presided at the novices’ clothing ceremony.

The second annual Women’s Day at Graymoor took place on August 15, the Feast of the Assumption of Mary. What an appropriate day for attendees to honor and remember impactful women in their lives and celebrate new friendships created through this event.

The Holy Father offers a special prayer intention every month. In September, Pope Francis asks all Catholics to pray for the cry of the Earth.

The hills around Graymoor are slowly changing as the trees go from green to golden brown.  Change is a word often used at Graymoor.  Many men and women who come here seek change in their lives, and often, it is not an easy or predictable as the seasons.

Our very own Fr. Elias Mallon, SA, PhD, recently published an article entitled “Questions of the United Nations’ Credibility Today” on the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) website.

Leonard Sparks, a dedicated journalist from the Highlands Current, embarked on an insightful journey to Graymoor in July. In this piece, he delves deep into the transformative endeavors unfolding at St. Christopher's Inn and the nurturing grounds of San Damiano Farm. This compelling article illuminates the profound impact this program has on individuals seeking hope and healing from addiction.

The Friars were busy this summer building community and spreading our charism. Here are a few highlights.

August 15 is the Feast of the Assumption, the day we commemorate the Blessed Virgin Mary being raised body and soul into heaven. While it is not explicitly mentioned in Scripture, the Assumption is a belief that goes back to the earliest Christian Tradition of the Church.