A Shared Vision of Unity
On July 21, Dr. Hollander and Fr. Brian Terry, SA, had the pleasure of welcoming Federico Girotti (intern at Centro Pro Unione) and his partner Francesca to GEII in New York City.
A Shawl of Gratitude: A Spirit of Ecumenism
On July 22, we were honored to welcome Fr. Anthaiah Kondaveeti, Executive Secretary of the Commission for Ecumenism of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India, to Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute (GEII).
Fr. Bob’s Greeting – August 2025 Enews
Years ago, I met a woman quietly writing in that book. She looked up and said, “Reading the comments of others nearly brought me to tears. It’s amazing how many people see Graymoor not just as a place of comfort, but as a true sanctuary of peace and reflection.” I never told her how deeply her words touched me. But they did, because I’ve felt the same way, again and again, over the years.
Celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of the Atonement
On July 9, the Society of the Atonement celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of the Atonement, a title first given to the Blessed Mother by our founder, Servant of God Fr. Paul Wattson, SA, and approved by Pope Benedict XV in 1919.
New Faces in Formation: Welcoming Our Postulants
Fr. Dan Callahan, SA, shares the latest update on the formation journey of three postulants who have joined our community in Lima, Peru.
A Journey of Gratitude and At-One-Ment: Witnessing the Franciscan Mission in Japan
Fr. Jan Janoszka, SA, shares his reflection from his visit to our Friars in Japan last month.
A Weekend of Grace: Looking Back at the Feast of St. Anthony at Graymoor
The Feast of St. Anthony celebration at Graymoor—held from June 13–15—was a beautiful outpouring of faith, fellowship, and spiritual renewal. Pilgrims from near and far gathered on the Holy Mountain for a multi-day observance that reflected both the universality and intimacy of Catholic devotion.
Fr. Bob’s Greeting – July 2025 Enews
July holds deep significance for both the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement and the United States. Here at Graymoor, we joyfully celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Atonement, our unique title for the Blessed Mother. This month also marks America’s Independence Day, a reminder of the gift of freedom and those who courageously defend it. Let us first turn to the Feast of Our Lady of the Atonement. This is especially meaningful to us, the Friars and Sisters of the Atonement.
Br. Fabrizio Welcomed to the Ministry of Lectors
What a joyful day at the Vigil of Pentecost in the beautiful cathedral of St. Rufino! Bishop Domenico Sorrentino led a powerful celebration of the Eucharist, during which 52 faithful from the Diocese of Assisi-Nocera-Gualdo stepped forward to take on new ministries as lectors, acolytes, and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion.