
Nurtured by Christ: Brian Owens’ hope is fed by the Eucharist
From war to worship, Brian Owens' story reveals how prayer, compassion and connection keep hope alive.
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From war to worship, Brian Owens' story reveals how prayer, compassion and connection keep hope alive.

Fr. Michael Ogweno, CP, shares how faith, trust, and charity nurture hope amid poverty and hardship—finding God’s presence in every struggle.

Por 75 años, el Centro de Retiros Pasionista Cristo Rey, en Citrus Heights, California, ha sido un refugio sagrado para miles de personas. Trata de ser un lugar bendito donde muchos han encontrado la gracia de Dios, han renovado su fe y han experimentado el poder transformador de los retiros.

Christ the King Passionist Retreat Center in Citrus Heights, California, has been a sacred refuge for thousands over the past 75 years. It has offered a place of grace where people encounter God, find renewal and experience the transformative power of retreats.

“We have to have something to work towards and try to be better. I wonder where my life would be if I did not have hope."

Br. Kurt Wernert, CP, is committed to providing essential health care to support senior Passionists.

Anthony Mullen sees work of good people
as proof that hope is real

Father Giuseppe Adobati Carrara, CP, believes hope strengthens the Passionists

“If we have hope, it propels us into action. Without hope, I would not be where I am today.”

Inspired by Pope Francis’ Encyclical, Laudato Si’, and our Laudato Si’ initiatives, we have taken a significant step toward sustainability.