Good Shepherd News calls for Peace. Ifor individuals, peoples, nations. No. 219 January 2009

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1 Good Shepherd News No. 219 January 2009 Congregation of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd 2009 calls for Peace Ifor individuals, peoples, nations Good Shepherd Sisters look forward to the 2009 Congregational Chapter Live and multiply and people the earth! May your vows be the star which leads you, the compass which guides you, and may zeal be the ship that carries you on. (SME) Weavers of Compassion and Reconciliation in Global Solidarity 29th Congregational Chapter June 13-July 9, 2009 To act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with our God. (Mi 6:8)

2 In global solidarity a Good Shepherd Sisters join March for Peace Good Shepherd Sisters from the Generalate and those who were in Rome for the different meetings of the commissions attended the January 1, 2009 March for Peace. x Organized annually by the Sant Egidio Community, the march gathered people from various walks of life at the John XXIII plaza. Before the march, several religious and young people spoke on the call to peace. The participants later proceeded to St. Peter s Square where pilgrims were gathered for the Angelus and to listen to the Message of Pope Benedict XVI for World Day of Peace. x In his message the Holy Father said: At the start of the New Year, then, I extend to every disciple of Christ and to every person of good will a warm invitation to expand their hearts to meet the needs of the poor Photo above, Good Shepherd Sisters, along with religious from various congregations participate in the 2009 March for Peace. and to take whatever practical steps are possible in order to help them. The truth of the axiom cannot be refuted: to fight poverty is to build peace. Watching the Vienna Concert with Argentinian-Israeli pianist/conductor Daniel Barenboim, who believes that Israelis and Palestinians have equal human rights, a linked history obliging them to live side by side, and have to decide whether to make it as a blessing or curse. Other sisters, on the other hand watched the Vienna Concert that featured the philhamonic orchestra, the musical ambassadors of Austria, who send people all over the world a New Year's greeting in the spirit of hope, friendship and peace. In this issue: x Looking forward to the 2009 Congregational Chapter There is an urgent call for peace in the world opened with people praying for the many civilians mostly women and children who were caught amidst the conflict between nations. In this issue of Good Shepherd News, Good Shepherd Sisters share about the different efforts being done in various parts of the world to uplift the lives of women and children. The Good Shepherd Congregation is looking forward to the Congregational Chapter that will take place in Angers, France this June 13-July 9. Commissions and committees are preparing that what the sisters articulated during the Intercontinental Assemblies (ICA) are carried to the Chapter and will help set the directions that the congregation will take during the next six years. Sisters, apostolic and contemplative, look with hope at the future of the congregation, working together to strengthen mission. The whole world also looks with hope to the year 2009 and beyond when new Good Shepherd Sisters visit the Basilica of St. Paul outside the Wall. Jubilee Year of St. Paul concludes on January 25. St. Paul preached the Good News to all nations. world leaders are elected who would embody hope and who would lead the people with boldness just as the Good Shepherd leads his flock. Good Shepherd News REGINA KUIZON, Communications Coordinator Casa Generalizia, Suore del Buon Pastore, Via Raffaello Sardiello Roma, Italia ginargs@buonpastoreint.org regina.kuizon@gssweb.org 2

3 Committees, Commissions, CLT meet to prepare for 2009 Congregational Chapter Members of the various congregational commissions and committees were in Rome from December 2008 to January 2009 to meet and to submit reports in preparation for the 2009 Congregational Chapter. The Constitutions Commission had the meeting from December 29 to January 10 to study the suggestions made during the Intercontiinental Assemblies regarding the Integrated Constitutions. The COR Commission made its report to the CLT during the January 2-9 meeting. The Contemplative Life Commission met on January 8-15 while the Chapter Planning Committee met from January 7-17 to make final preparations for the June 13-July 9, 2009 Chapter. Sr. Winifred Doherty and Ms. Katherine Ward of the Justice and Peace office flew in from New York to meet with the CLT. They also discussed with Sr. Christine Mearns, techno resource person, the addresses and the use of technology in networking within the congregation. Sr. Helen Anne Sand, treasurer general, and Regina Kuizon, communications coordinator, also presented their reports to the CLT. Constitutions Commission. From left, Jude Ellen Golumbieski CGS, Odile Laugier, Guadalupe Bautista and Evelyn Fergus. They also worked with Sr. Brigid Lawlor and by with Sr. Bernadette Fox. Justice and Peace and technology. Ms. Katherine Ward, left, Sr. Christine Mearns, techno resource person and Sr. Winifred Doherty COR Commission. From left, Paulina Diez, Anita Fernando, Evelyn Fergus, Elaine Basinger, Sandra Suarez Chapter Planning Committee with the Congregational Leadership Team and 2009 Congregational Chapter facilitators: From left to right, standing: Dairne McHenry RSCJ, Evelyn Fergus, Cecilia Patiño, Yvette Arnold, Brigid Lawlor, Flora Nyawira, Sabina Pathrose, Chantal de Jonghe RSCJ, Armelle Dehennault; seated, Marta Ceballos, Celeste Engutan CGS, Adriana Barone, Elaine Basinger, Guadalupe Bautista, Antonia Garcia and Eliene Barros. (Photos by Regina Kuizon RGS) 3

4 Contemplative Corner Contemplatives share experiences in Angola Left photo, Srs. Ae Sun Hyun, Tresina Padigarakkara,, Manel Liyanaarachchi, Lucia Tchilombo, Alice Cassule and Cassia Maria Cordeiro. Right photo, the contemplatives during their prayers. It is with great gratitude and joy that we share with you our experiences in the new foundation in Angola the first contemplative community in Africa. The foundation came after almost a decade of waiting. It was on November 3, 2008, feast of Sr. Martin de Porres that we left the Mother House in Angers to begin our new community. (The contemplative community is composed of Srs. Ae Sun Hyun of Korea, Tresina Padigarakkara of India, Manel Liyanaarachchi of Sri Lanka, Cassia Maria Cordeiro of Brazil. Sr. Fe de Paz of the Philippines, another member, is still awaiting her visa so she can join the contemplative community.) We arrived in Luanda airport in Angola the following day, on November 4 at 7:30 a.m. We were happy to meet our sector leader, Sr. Alice Cassule and two Angolan sisters who were at the airport to welcome us. It was a two-hour drive to Kikola, our new community. We arrived at about 10 o clock, and when we alighted from the vehicle there was another celebration of dancing and singing to welcome us. According to one of the customs in Angola, new visitors are welcomed with the washing of the feet. We were welcomed and received by Sr.Rita Lourenço, the former sector leader of Angola, with the washing of the feet. During the first week we joined the apostolic sisters for meals. It was an opportunity for each one of us to practice our little knowledge of Portuguese, and to get to know one another. Except on Mondays, we go to the parish for the Mass, integrated Morning Prayers. The parish is located next to our compound. We enjoy the liturgy very much. It is so alive and joyful. The Christmas Eucharist was celebrated in the Church compound. It was organized with meaningful dance for the procession before the Word of God and offertory. Every day we hear the people as they sing and pray. We admire their simplicity and deep faith in God. We also had an opportunity to experience the apostolate of our apostolic sisters for about one week in rural areas. There, we were touched by the Sisters dedication to the poor who are suffering from various kinds of illnesses. When we see and hear about the people experiencing poverty and sicknesses, it helps us to appreciate our life of prayer and deepen the meaning of our commitment. It also helps us to accept with joy the little sacrifices that come our way. We were happy to be visited by Sr Convent of the Contemplatives in Angola (Continued on page 5) 54

5 Contemplative Corner Contemplatives with Sr. Brigid. From left, Sr. Agnes Baron, Celeste Engutan, Reina Escobar, Fe de Paz, Gabriella Ciaravolo, Brigiid Lawlor, Rosa Virginia Arculeo, Immacolata Scirocco, Antonia Garcia, Jude Ellen Golumbieski Contemplatives in Italy visit the Generalate Three contemplatives from Portici, in Naples, Italy visited the Generalate last January 11. Sisters Gabriella Ciaravolo, Immacolata Scirocco, and Rosa Virginia Arculeo, came with two lay associates. They were delighted to meet again Sr. Brigid Lawlor and the contemplatives who were in Rome for meetings with the Contemplative Life Commission, the Constitutions Commission and Chapter Planning Committee. They also listened to the sharing of those who attended the CICA in Quito, Ecuador. Sr. Brigid Lawlor receives a gift of euros 1, 500 from the Contemplatives in Italy. The amount is intended for the Angola foundation. Looking on is Sr. Fe de Paz. Contemplative Life Commission. Sr. Anne Josephine Carr, (left) province leader of Great Britain, and translator during the CLC meeting, with Srs. Reina Escobar, Fe de Paz, Agnès Baron, Brigid Lawlor and Jude Ellen Golumbieski. The Contemplatives, Sr. Brigid Lawlor and two lay associates Roberto Oliviero and Francesca Borrelli. ANGOLA... (Continued from page 4) Eliene Barros, a member of the Congregational Leadership Team. It was a time of joy and encouragement, and we made plans for the future. At present, we make rosaries to generate income and soon we will begin to sew uniforms for school children. We take this opportunity to thank Sr. Brigid Lawlor and the members of the Congregational Leadership Team, Sr Johanna Yong, province leader of North East Asia, and the sisters in Korea, especially the contemplative sisters, our province leaders and members of our communities and all the sisters in our congregation, both Apostolic and Contemplative who supported us and continue to support us through prayers and encouragement. We are also grateful to the contemplative communities who helped us financially in the renovation of our building and in the construction of a new one. It has been a much awaited dream to start the Good Shepherd contemplative presence in Africa. We are sure that St. Mary.Euphrasia is rejoicing today seeing our dear contemplative community in Angola. In union with her, we glorify the Lord for what He has done to us during the past two months. Sr. Manel Liyanaarachchi, CGS Angola 5

6 Province of Sri Lanka/Pakistan Our exposure program! On the 1 st of October, ten of us candidates and pre-novices with Srs. Roshanthi & Dhammi went for an exposure to Dosthara Watte, a remote village in Puttlam, Sri Lanka. As soon as we stepped into this village a group of little children like angels welcomed us with flowers; and it touched our hearts and made us understand that we, like Jesus the Good Shepherd, have to offer love in return for their simple welcome. During our stay there we taught the children and they were very open to receive the good news with great simplicity. We felt that they were like sheep without a shepherd. This experience made us aware of Jesus mission on earth especially for the poor and the marginalized and our hearts went out to them. As we spent five days in this village, we took sometime to visit the families. They were very happy to welcome us to their little huts and shared their family Pre-novices help fishermen pull their nets. problems with us. When we prayed with them, they were touched and some were moved to tears. This deepened our Good Shepherd vocation. We also had a very interesting experience at the beach. We volunteered to help the fishermen to pull a net with fish to the shore and we became aware of the hard labor those men had to bear to catch fish. We brought all our experiences to our prayer; the theme- Jesus who walked on the earth came very vividly to our hearts and we were energized Praying with the people... Pre-novices and formators by His spirit. On the last day, we got the children to bring out their hidden talents by organizing a mini open air concert round a bonfire. While we gave what we have to them, we were enriched very much by what we received from them. Pre-novices Sri Lanka Our journey back to Sri Lanka... A dance by the Sisters from Sri Lanka during the ICA Asia/Pacific We could just call it a "Providential Journey" as things worked out for us in an unexpected way. We began advent with an experience of "waiting"; waiting to get back home to Sri Lanka. As all our sisters from other countries were making arrangements to go home, we found that we had very little hope..., as Sri Lankans cannot enter Malaysia without a visa.. Anyway we trusted... our sisters at home did all they could to get us back...1 st of December dawned, we still waited in hope...suddenly there was a phone call from the Sri Lankan embassy in Bangkok saying that they were trying to arrange a flight from Pattaya to Sri Lanka for some of the Sri Lankan passengers to be airlifted from Thailand... we just got all our things together and there we were at the embassy in Bangkok.. Everyone we met were so good to us.. They did their utmost to see that the 10 of us could be sent on that first flight from Bangkok to Sri Lanka after many days of waiting...yes, we were among the few lucky passengers to get back home...it was indeed a miracle.. an experience of the Providential love of God...by the 1 st of December midnight we were back home.. Arriving home... we had a grand welcome from our sisters who were all the time praying and waiting for us to come home. Sr. Josita Corera RGS Sri Lanka 6

7 Province of Austria/Switzerland/Czech Republics A new school concept in the Educational Centre St. Josef Putting young people in the centre of pedagogical efforts, supporting their individual strengths with the help of innovative teaching methods and seeing the variety of cultures and religions as an enrichment these are the characteristics of the Educational Centre St. Josef in Salzburg, as well as the central themes of the new and in Austria unique school concept of St. Josef. This emphasized educational referee and head of the provincial government MA Gabi Burgstaller on November 4, 2008 at the presentation of the school concept. Teaching in modules and motivating pupils From the third degree onwards teaching takes place in modules. Optional subjects enhance pupils inclinations, interests and their motivation. Teaching interdisciplinary and in mixed age groups will be increased and this results in a special main area each year. Additionally, a wide range of qualifications and external certificates can be acquired throughout school attendance. Improving career prospects Pupils obtain university entrance qualification with the schoolleaving exam and the diploma. Furthermore, various certificates of apprenticeship as well as the entrepreneur exam are acquired. The graduates benefit from the officially recognized doctor s Press conference with head of the provincial government MA Gabi Burgstaller A new school concept in the Educational Centre St. Josef offers better prospects in career through the opportunity of a school-leaving exam and a diploma. receptionist verification when they enter professional life. Additional qualifications like the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), language certificates or certificates for dietetics add to occupational outlooks. The needs in socialmedical institutions are considered with the choice of Croatian as the second foreign language. Innovative teaching methods are conducive to learning The Educational Centre St. Josef with its trend-setting innovations in the Austrian school system sets a big step forward for the benefit of its pupils, said Prof. MA Reinhold Freinbichler, headmaster of St. Josef. Role model for other locations of schools Not only the main area Medical Administration is a necessity considering social and sociographical backgrounds, but particularly the didactic-methodical concept is a step in the right direction. Open forms of learning from progressive education, interdisciplinary projects and complementary modules to age-group classes as well as special tuition are key features of the new concept. I am convinced that other schools will also be inspired and learn something new, says Burgstaller. Variety as enrichment Sixteen different mother tongues and ten different religions show once again the efforts of the school to be a melting pot of diverse cultures and religions. Nevertheless, the individuality of each pupil shall be preserved. The instalment of the modular higher education in the forthcoming school year represents a climax of a long lasting and professionally led school development process. The school has gone through an exceptional development in its one hundred-year-old history. Today it is a place of innovation, pedagogical pioneering and multicultural encounters, explained Burgstaller. MA Gabi Burgstaller (right) 7

8 Province of Belgium/France/Hungary I have a dream... I have a dream Martin Luther King The Taize community also had a dream: an annual meeting in a European city. Imagine the great rush: Brussels practically invaded by 40,000 young people from all over Europe and other countries. Imagine this crowd in the metro, on the streets in the families, with one simple inspiration: to become little islands of peace, to make room for true fraternities. It s a dream! To make Brussels a microcosm of solidarity and trust: a dream which, thanks to the Taize community, became a reality for several days, and a hope for tomorrow. A dream, as Fr. Philippe Mauvet had written, that gives a face to Europe, which knocks down all the barriers between races, cultures, languages and religions; the dream of a people, as Mother Teresa said, which includes the entire human family on the move: the people of God moving together young and old, fervent believers and doubters, searching or curious, all thirsting for companionship and unity. The youth came from so many countries (France, Belgium, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Congo, Greece, Moldavia, Croatia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Macedonia, Kosovo, Estonia, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Poland, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia, Canada and USA). All religious confessions mixed up, on the move to celebrate, to live moments of silent prayer, times of sharing and brotherhood. In this joy and in the same desire to meet the Other and others, in mutual respect despite the freezing cold of those days, they were warmed by the joy of being together. All around, is a world which cries violence! And these youth is like a balm for us to say that the dream has its place, that it could become a reality, thanks to all of us. For if we, Christians, enter the way of reconciliation in Europe, there would no longer be any war. Here is a time for reconciling with oneself, with one s God, and with others. The impossible becomes possible. This is what our eyes have seen, our ears have heard, and our hearts have felt during the five days at Taize/Brussels. Forty thousand young people met together every day in three palaces of Heysel. Yes, the miracle of Taize/Brussels was realized, thanks to so many volunteers at the service of all, thanks to the organizers. Thus did the 31 st pilgrimage of trust in Brussels begin for us. The first European meeting of youth animated by the Taize community was held in Paris in Since then a meeting in Europe was held every year between Christmas and New Year. It brings together thousands of youth from all over Europe and the other continents. Brother Roger, founder of Taize, had launched this great pilgrimage of trust on earth, to stimulate the youth to be bearers of peace, of trust, and reconciliation wherever they live. This year 2008/2009 is the year of Intercultural Dialogue in Europe which aims to encourage all who live in Europe to explore the benefits not only of our cul- (Continued on page 9) 8

9 I HAVE A DREAM... (Continued from page 8) tural riches but also to discover the riches of other cultural traditions and to respect them. Taize echoed this goal. To put up a sign of hope in the heart of the cities complexities had been successful. Our days began with prayer in the different parishes of the city. I joined the parishioners of Our Lady of Grace (my former parish) where I accompanied a small group for communal prayer. Sr. Lucie Kabaze, Sr. Ferial Moussa, Sr. Magdalena, Sr. Imelda, Sr. Nivali and Sr. Marie Lourdes went to St. Alix parish. All the parishes of Brussels had been asked to welcome the youth and take charge of the prayer and sharing as well as the vigil on December 31 st. The prayer each morning was followed by sharing in small groups. It was a powerful experience of trust and simplicity in the sharing based on the letter of Brother Alois, successor of Brother Roger who died August 16, What struck me greatly was the faith and trust of the young people. Sometimes we ask ourselves, Where are the youth in the Church? Well, I can truly say they were really there. The youth in Brussels Around 11 o clock, a bus would pick us up for lunch at the Heysel palace. It was a chance for me and my group to meet with the other young people and to share beyond a simple meal. There we experienced that language barriers were overcome by the language of love and brotherly gestures. The fear of being different was exorcised. At 1:15 pm we had another time of prayer animated by the Taize community. It was a prayer in silence, most impressive. Then we dispersed to attend a symposium of our choice. Around 5:30 supper was served, followed by evening prayer led by the brothers of Taize. Many adults came to join the youth in these evening prayers. At ten pm the young people returned to their host families. The Good Shepherd community in Brussels welcomed two young Poles sent by the parish of St. Alix. What can we say about these meetings or the audacity of anchoring them in prayer? The youth allured by the meditative chants and by the silent prayer which met the need for interiority desired by the young of today. It was impressive and full of hope. To spend the night of St. Sylvester in prayer! To awake in silence and then in songs that s really something! While others wake up nights in discotheques: Yes the miracle of Taize really happened. The night of the 31 st, the feast of peoples, was followed by a feast of sandwiches and drinks, with songs and dances by the youth. The next day, the host family feted their guests and the Good Shepherd sisters welcomed the two Poles and all the students of the house to their community repast. It was a happy occasion and we realized the need to know English better to be able to go further in our sharing. It was a time of grace for our church and our world. The next European meeting will be from December 28 th to January 1 in Poland, in the city of Poznan. In 2010, a bit farther away: in Manila. Here are some excerpts from the letter of Brother Alois What commitments are within our reach in the face of the complex problems surrounding us: poverty, injustice, menacing conflicts? Is it not to go towards the others in great simplicity? Let us go to the most vulnerable. Let us visit the excluded or abandoned. Let us seek to accomplish the concrete signs of a Europe that is open and in solidarity, thinking in particular of the immigrants, so near and yet often so far! We shall then discover the presence of Christ where we did not expect it! He is there, risen, in the midst of humans. He goes before us in the ways of compassion. And already, by the Holy Spirit, He renews the face of the earth, He makes hope possible. All of us would like, on returning home, to transmit this hope. It requires us to return constantly to the source. This source is very near us, and even in us. It is in a personal communion with Christ. Each morning let us listen to His love! It brings us to life (Meditation of January 1 st ) Isabelle TIBIA, Prenovice, Community of Villeurbannne Visit: 9

10 Province of Bolivia/Chile Women and Family Center in La Serena-Chile To understand intervention as an area of development intended to improve the life situation of women, children and adolescents in an enabling context, recognizing potentials and showing opportunities, it is essential to question the practice of a societal model which legitimizes relationships of inequality and domination. One must also never lose sight of the structural problem underlying violence in the family which goes against the human potential of women, the family, and society as a whole. Since 2004, in Region IV of Chile, the Women and Family Center initiated by Sr. Guadalupe Lisambarth, psychologist, together with a team of professional volunteers, has been providing psychological services to families besides the workshops on personal development offered to the community. The services are geared preferentially to women The staff coming from sectors with high social vulnerability, family conflicts, intrafamily violence, unemployment, and low educational levels. From a systemic approach and resilience, our efforts are oriented towards intervention in the family context, considering the influence of the environment in which they are inserted. We contribute to their emotional stability and personal development, serving as guides towards emotional and spiritual healing, with the goal of achieving a personal transformation which can bear a change in environment. In our country there are mental health clinics and hospitals in every Region. However their coverage is quite low. There are always more children and teenagers that need the services than can be accommodated. A similar situation exists in the educational field. It is a service only in special schools and in projects of educational integra- 10 Lay collaborators tion of certain establishments. In this context, the Women and Family Center serves an annual population of 185 children, a number which keeps growing. The majority comes from the poorest schools in the Region. They first come for evaluation, then psychological treatment is begun. In this ways our intervention covers the individual, familial, and scholastic spheres. The center is supported mainly by the voluntary contributions of some of those who avail of the services and the participation of the volunteer psychologists who devote valuable time to the families; a small percentage is contributed by the Good Shepherd. To deliver better services, the team gets regular and continued training. It only remains for us to say thank you to our good God and thanks, too, to all the lay staff. Without their collaboration we could not have accomplished such work! Srs. Guadalupe Lisambarth and Paula Castillo

11 Province of Bolivia/Chile x Good Shepherd Museum in San Felipe Chile Where mission can live on in memory In 2005, the Museum of Sacred Art and Good Shepherd Customs was opened to the public. The museum was meant to honor the work of the Congregation for the past 150 years, particularly of our First Sisters who came from the Mother House to found this first house in Latin America. During the past 4 years of operation, the museum has functioned as a reference point for the cultural task of the Region and as a New Form of Expressing the Charism at the service of the world of culture. Monastery In seven halls, more than 1,500 pieces are exhibited in a harmonious presentation of oil paintings, gold and silver artifacts, textiles, furniture from the late 18 th century, and precious liturgical objects. The collection is complete with a model of our beautiful church, declared equal to the architectural complex of the Monastery. It is a National and Historical Monument for the government of Chile. Conserve in order to disseminate We must put everything in writing. I cannot recommend too strongly that each convent write their annals carefully. Every document is useful and will serve as a continuation of our history. SME Guided by these words of our Mother Foundress, the entire historical archives of the Congregation in Chile were transferred Josefa Hall in 2007 from the Provincialate in Santiago, to the house in San Felipe. Manuscript letters, annals of the different communities, documents and photographs of great patrimonial and testimonial value, found a new home in the Museum where they are conserved as the heritage and fount of the history of the mission in Chile. Simultaneous with the transfer, the working team of the Museum attended a workshop on the Management of Archives by the Direction of Libraries and Museums of Chile. (DIBAM) Since October 2008, a project for the restoration, conservation and organization of the archives was obtained, thanks to the awareness of the need to conserve the patrimony and the desire of the Province not to lose any document. A century and a half of history, sacrifice, of self-giving to the community, should not pass into oblivion. This project, called a project of Restoration, Description and Equipping of the Historical Archives of the Good Shepherd in Chile is financed by ADAI, a program under the Ministry of Culture of Spain, will result in having archives in the best of conditions according to European norms to be at service of the Congregation and of researchers and historians. In this project, as in others we had undertaken, the Museum team with Sr. Eliana Letelier as Director, was professionally trained for the restoration, design (Continued on page 12) Sisters visit the Archives 11

12 From the Message of the Holy Father on World Day of Peace... fighting poverty requires attentive consideration of the complex phenomenon of globalization...yet the reference to globalization should also alert us to the spiritual and moral implications of the question, urging us, in our dealings with the poor, to set out from the clear recognition that we all share in a single divine plan: we are called to form one family in which all individuals, peoples and nations model their behaviour according to the principles of fraternity and responsibility. x One of the most important ways of building peace is through a form of globalization directed towards the interests of the whole human family. In order to govern globalization, however, there needs to be a strong sense of global solidarity between rich and poor countries, as well as within individual countries, including affluent ones. A common code of ethics - Pope Benedict XVI, January 1, 2009 CHILE... (Continued from page 11) 2009 Good Shepherd News Please send an article or two before the 5th of each month. Here is the suggested schedule: January CLT, Commissions, Angola, Argentina/Uruguay, Australia/Aoteraoa/NZ, Belgique/France/Hongrie, Bogota, Bolivia/Chile, February Canada, Centro America, Deutschland, East Asìa, Ecuador, Egypte/Soudan, España March Great Britain, India/Nepal, Indonesia, Ireland/Ethiopia, Italia/Malta, Japan, Kenya April Les Iles, Liban/Syrie, Medellin, Mexico, Mid-North America, Moçambique, Nederland, New York May Northeast Asia, Osterreich/Schweiz/ Cz, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Senegal, Singapore/Malaysia, South Africa, Sudeste de America Latina, Sri Lanka/Pakistan, Venezuela June-July Congregational Chapter 2009 Communications Office Casa Generalizia, Suore del Buon Pastore Via Raffaello Sardiello, Roma, Italia com@gssweb.org and management of everything connected with the running of a museum and historical archives. Another milestone of great importance was that of being placed in the Valor Patrimonial of the Interamerican Development Bank and the Subdirection of Regional Development, with aid from the Department of Architecture of the Ministry of Public Works of Chile (Region V of Valparaiso). We now have a project which involves the restoration of everything that comprises the Good Shepherd Museum, i.e., the cloisters, the church, the inner patios and the garden. With this project we will finally attain the congregation s aspiration To see in all its architectural splendor this first house of the Good Shepherd in Chile and Latin America. According to the professional evaluators of the project, the Good Shepherd of San Felipe merited to be restored because of the following facts: The permanent presence of the Congregation in its architectural ensemble. The management skill of the Museum team which makes the museum a point of cultural reference social as well as religious of such importance to the region. The work already accomplished. The value of the whole outfit, representing a system of life and service. We are grateful for the constant prayers for this new apostolate and expression of mission which we declared from the opening of the Museum: We are grateful for the constant prayers for this new apostolate and expression of mission which we declared from the opening of the Museum: we desire to be a bridge for the encounter between culture and faith, at the service of the women and men of today, tomorrow and the future, enlightened and guided by the presence of Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Good Shepherd News We invite you to visit our blog on the internet: And if you wish to contact us, our is museobuenpastor@gmail.com to weave together the history of our Congregation. Sr. Ellana Letelier and Miguel Riquelme Special thanks to the following for the translation: Srs. Gisèle Lalonde, Canada; Adriana Perez, Mexico; Ana Lucia Sanabria, Central America; Guadalupe Bautista, Philippines; Rosario Ortiz, Spain; Ana Lucia Sanabria, Central America; Mary James Wilson, Philippines; Ms. Claire Alessandri, (Generalate Secretariat) and Mr. Michel Ferrer, France. 12