The International Meeting of VMY Advisors was held at the Motherhouse of the Daughters of Charity in Paris, from August 5 to 10, 2025, with the theme “Renewing the Mission, Inspiring the Future.” It brought together 110 participants from 43 countries. The main objective was the formation of advisors, focusing on their role, youth accompaniment, and bridging the generational gap in youth ministry. In an atmosphere of joy, openness, availability, and collaboration, participants engaged in sharing, dialogue, and discussion. The evaluation was very positive: the sisters’ hospitality, the spirit of prayer, a strong sense of cooperation, and a good balance between learning and relaxation were all highly appreciated.
“Dilexi te”: a call to love the poor
Pope Leo XIV has published the Apostolic Exhortation Dilexi te, on love for the poor. Continuing Pope Francis’s project, he offers it “at the beginning of my pontificate” so that “all Christians may perceive the strong connection between Christ’s love and His call to draw near to the poor” (n. 3). The text invites us […]




