Sa-Fa Aguada at the World Robotics Championship
From 29 April to 2 May 2026, the ‘Guardianes de la Aguada’ robotics team represented Uruguay at the FIRST Championship – World Festival 2026 in Houston. The team consisted of six students from the Colegio y Liceo Sagrada Familia in Montevideo and was led by teachers Thiago Toranza and Daniel Karvelis,
Forum Sa-Fa Family Brasil
On 1 and 2 May, the Annual Sa-Fa Family Leadership Forum for Brazil took place in Passo Fundo, bringing together those responsible for the areas of Communication, Education, Pastoral Care, Finance and Human Resources, along with the management teams from all the units
Fire: a vocational gathering
On 2 and 3 May, we held a new Vocational Gathering for the Ecuador Delegation at the house in Puyo. The theme that guided our personal and group reflection, as well as our prayer, was: “God is fire”.
Perpetual Profession in India
The celebration of the Perpetual Profession of Bro. Vignes (Franklin Prabakaran according to the baptismal certificate) was held with great joy and solemnity in the community of Madurai, marking a significant milestone not only in his personal journey but also in the life of the Institute of the Brothers of the Holy Family.
Vocational retreat – Ecuador
The young people in our vocational groups continue to approach their process of exploration and discernment with great enthusiasm. A new meeting took place this time over the weekend of 17, 18 and 19 April, under the title “EARTH: in your hands”.
First professions in India
On 18 April 2026, six novices made their first religious profession, generously committing themselves to God. The newly professed are: Br. Welson Mynson; Br. Jeremias Baa; Br. Ezekia Francis; Br. Naveen Kerketta; Br. Josh Toppo and Br. Sachin Tete. Congratulations!
Ordination to the priesthood of Brother Philippe Sawadogo
The Province of Our Lady of Loreto-Saint Anne now has a second Brother-Priest. “Humility is the virtue that will enable you to lead a fruitful priesthood.” It was with these words that Bishop Guy Moukassa Sanon of Nouna concluded his homily during the Mass at which he ordained Brother Philippe Sawadogo.
Parents’ associations – ES
The 55th General Assembly of the Federation of Parents’ Associations of Sa-Fa Schools in Spain (Feampa) took place in Madrid on the weekend of 14 and 15 March. The meeting was attended by representatives of the parents’ associations, headteachers, members of the School Management Team and a number of Brothers.
First Profession – Ecuador
On 12 April, Divine Mercy Sunday, Brother Cristhian Javier García made his first profession. The Eucharist was presided over by Monsignor Rafael Cob, Bishop of Puyo. The Brother recited the Institute’s traditional formula, adding a few personal words of his own. The vows were received by Brother Fernando Cob, the Provincial Delegate.
