After a long and fruitful journey of reconfiguring the presence of the Shepherdess Sisters in Brazil, it was decided that, starting January 1, 2026, we will form a single Province. Having appointed the new Provincial Government team, formed by Sisters Cristiane Ribeiro, Maria Sueli Berlanga, Ângela Soldera, Rejane Maria Deluchi and Rosilene de Lima, we met from December 8th to 14th in Caxias do Sul/RS, at the Pousada Jesus Bom Pastor – Terceira Légua, with the presence of all

“Christmas! Days of Light, days of Peace! Days of abundance. Before the Nativity scene: the historical event that marks the beginning of the Christian era; the spiritual birth of Jesus Christ within us! From the grotto of Bethlehem comes the salvation of humanity!” (Blessed Father James Alberione Founder of the PastorelleSisters) On December 13, 2025, at 7 PM, the 5th edition of the Christmas Cantata took place in the hall of the São Pedro e São Paulo Parish in Terceira Légua

"What is worth having is worth waiting for." (Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) On November 28, 2025, I experienced one of the most significant moments of my academic journey: the defense of my Final Course Project (TCC) in Philosophy at the Salesian University Center in Vitória/ES. After three years of intense study, I was able to present to the examining board the theme that accompanied me throughout this journey: "Empathy and ethics from the perspective of Edith Stein."

The Strength and Outcry of Organized Society at COP30 Organized by the People's Summit, representatives from six continents (America, Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, and Antarctica) were present at the Global Climate March in Belém, Pará, on the day of the Proclamation of the Republic of Brazil (November 15th). A date that, in itself, already raises numerous sociocultural, economic, and environmental reflections. The force of civil society, with approximately 70,000 participan

The graduation ceremony for 136 students from the basic courses in Painting, Electrician, Makeup, Bakery, Seamstress, Libras (Brazilian Sign Language), and Computer Science took place in Santana do Livramento/RS on December 5th at 8 PM. These courses are the result of a partnership between the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil (CNBB) and the Federal Institute of Minas Gerais (IFSUL), aimed at providing professional training for low-income individuals. This is the secon

In the second half of 2025, the Jardim das Pastorinhas Community in São Paulo had the opportunity to receive guidance from psychologist Sister Edilamar da Glória Martins, a Passionist nun. There were five very beneficial sessions on the theme: " Aging with Wisdom ". We concluded our meetings by assembling a Community Christmas Tree. Each ornament placed on the tree represented a community commitment: The balls brought with them the good fruit that each one can offer to the co

"The solution lies within us" Social Participation; Awareness and Education; Solutions and Innovation. At the conclusion of COP30 – Belém/PA (November 10-21, 2025), I would first like to thank you for the opportunity to participate in this important global event on climate change on our planet. I can assure you it was a challenging opportunity, having learned about hundreds of urgent issues that require immediate action for humanity to survive on Earth. But, on the other hand

“The mission of the Little Shepherds is to be in the Parish as a living presence of Jesus the Good Shepherd” (Fr. Alberione). In preparation for the Ordination of Deacon Leidson Farias, ssp, a vocational triduum was held in Palmeira dos Índios/AL, from November 19th to 21st, 2026. The triduum took place in his home parish – São Sebastião. For this mission, we had the participation of four priests, one clergyman, and three Pauline seminarians; one Daughter of St. Paul and one

On November 19th, 20th, and 21st, 2025, we, the Shepherdess Sisters of the Vitória/ES community, participated in the Prayerful Triduum celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Inter-Ecclesial Base Encounters, which had as its general theme: MEMORY, JOURNEY, DREAM AND COMMITMENT OF THE CEBs OF BRAZIL. The Archdiocese of Vitória encouraged all communities to experience this triduum, which culminated in the celebration at the Penha Convent on November 22nd, 2025. In the presentat

"The seminarians will find in them (the Shepherdess Sisters) support, prayer, and witness of pastoral life." (based on the writings of Fr. Alberione – Ut Perfectus sito Homo Dei - UPS) On November 18, 2025, the community of the Sisters of Jesus the Good Shepherd – Little Shepherdesses in Vitória/ES, held a gathering with the seminarians of the 6th semester of Philosophy – Salesian University – UNISALES, who are classmates of Sister Gabriele Camelo Moraes. Seminarians from th

On November 15th, at the SESI Gymnasium in Caxias do Sul/RS, the IV BOTE FÉ da Juventude (4th Youth Faith Event) took place, bringing together approximately 4,000 people from 10 am to 10 pm, with 12 hours of programming, strengthening, protagonism of Catholic youth, music, meetings, reunions with friends, moments of prayer, confessions, integration, and visits to the Vocational Tents. The meeting was organized by the Youth Evangelization Service of the Southern Region 3 of th

On November 14th and 15th, 2025, the city of Maceió/AL joyfully hosted the Northeast Regional Meeting of the Association of Pauline Cooperators, with the participation of four states: Alagoas, Pernambuco, Bahia, and Ceará. These were days of profound spirituality, fraternal fellowship, and reflection on the mission of cooperators in today's world. The meeting invited us to revisit the characteristics and identity of the Pauline Cooperator. It highlighted their vocation to be

"Lead young people to see the simple moments, the strength that arises from loss, the security that springs from chaos, the greatness that emanates from small gestures!" Augusto Cury On October 26th, the 2nd FORÇA JOVEM QUILOMBOLA Meeting took place in the Quilombo (descendants of slaves) of Tatupeva – Municipality of Adrianópolis/PR. The gathering took place amidst lush nature and the warm welcome of the Quilombola community of Tatupeva. The environment was very well prepare

During the month of October 2025, we, the Shepherdess Sisters of the Jesus the Good Shepherd Province, based in Caxias do Sul/RS, joyfully experienced three inter-community meetings marked by prayer, fraternal fellowship, and pastoral reflection. These meetings, part of our ongoing formation in preparation for the mission, took place on October 6th and 7th in Londrina/PR and, subsequently, on October 18th and 26th in Caxias do Sul. They were attended and coordinated by the Pr

Continuing a mission is more than repeating steps: it is renewing our commitment to what we believe in. Since March 2024, our Congregation has been operating in the Diocese of Paulo Afonso, Bahia, with a presence in the Sagrada Família Parish, Tancredo Neves Neighborhood (BTN II), whose pastor is Father José Ronnes dos Santos Santana. Here, we collaborate in the accompaniment, formation, community development, pastoral work, and movements, within our capabilities. Whenever po