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The Conference of Religious India represents 1,15,000 religious leaders across the country, fostering unity and collaboration among major superiors of Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life. It provides a platform to share experiences and address challenges while supporting each institute’s mission with autonomy. CRI also promotes cooperation with Episcopal bodies and fosters fellowship within the Christian community with all people of goodwill.

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Appreciate

Some years ago, a study done of over two thousand mid-level managers in the UK found out what they missed most. What they missed?and asked for?was not a higher salary or promotion. What they missed most was appreciation for what they were doing well.

by Joe Mannath SDB - On February 22, 2019

Give life

We, the Missionaries of St. Francis de Sales (M.S.F.S.) better known as Fransalians, commemorate the 400th death anniversary of our heavenly Patron St. Francis de Sales on December 28th 2022. In the spiritual life, saints

by CRI Admin - On February 25, 2025

Education

In this second cover story, Sr. Benny offers a compelling reflection on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and its resonance with feminine energy, as illuminated by Pope Francis in Dilexit Nos. She explores the profound similarities between Christ?s boundless love

by CRI Admin - On February 22, 2022

Joyful Giving: The Heart of Christmas

The journey of devotion, from childhood memories to adult reflections, illuminates how this simple yet powerful symbol offers solace and guidance in the trials of life. I hope this cover story inspires you, as it has inspired me, to open your heart to the

by CRI Admin - On February 25, 2025

The Call of a Teacher

Christians are called to mirror God?s love by loving others selflessly. As Benedict XVI stresses, love is not just an emotion, but an act of will and sacrifice. This love requires action, often at personal cost, as illustrated by the Good Samaritan in Luk

by CRI Admin - On February 25, 2025

Psychological

The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most cherished traditions in the Catholic spirituality. Rooted in Scripture, it finds its earliest expressions in the Gospel of John, where Jesus pierced side becomes a fountain of love and mercy

by CRI Admin - On February 25, 2025

Aging Gracefully

NO BIG SECRET AT ALL! Sr Alma, whose rich and varied experience includes being a member of the general council of her international order, and being a much-esteemed spiritual director to a number of religious and priests, shares her frank and practical

by CRI Admin - On February 25, 2025

Canon Law

In the light of evolving financial regulations and emerging challenges related to the management of material assets within religious institutions, priests and members of religious orders are becoming increasingly hesitant to assume the role of Treasurer,

by Sr. Navya Thattil OSF - On February 25, 2025

For The Young

At the end of the twentieth century, there was an international conference in Canada on education. One of the key themes discussed was: What should be the goals of education. Given the arrival and fast growth and development of computers and the Internet,

by Fr. Joe Mannath SDP - On February 25, 2025

Drawing New Maps of Hope

Papal Push to Transform Catholic Education

by Fr Suresh Mathew OFM Cap - On December 2, 2025

A Crown for Whom?

For Christ the King, a gold-studded crown is a misfit. He is a king whose “throne is the cross, crown is the throngs and judgment is mercy”

by Carmel Duca - On December 3, 2025

Christmas is About Peripheries

Jesus came for those on the peripheries; he took sides with them and fought for them. Sadly, powerful, vested interests have manipulatively taken out Jesus, the spirit and values which his birth brings, from the celebrations today.

by Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ - On December 3, 2025

Blessed Eliswa: Nun with a Daughter

The founder of the first indigenous Carmelite community for women in Kerala was none else but a woman with a daughter. She was Eliswa who opted for a life of prayer and charity.

by Fr F. M. Britto - On December 8, 2025

When the Call Fades Quietly

The number of young people who leave the formation houses is steadily growing. It means that formation has become a more complex process.

by Fr. Mukti Clarence, SJ - On December 8, 2025

Practice Justice

Religiosity or spirituality is not just saying prayers or giving alms occasionally. We must -- if we want to be disciples of Christ -- treat every human being with respect and justice

by Fr Joe Mannath SDB - On December 8, 2025

Concluding a Shared Journey

“For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and in Christ you have been brought

by Fr. Dr. Joseph Jeyaraj, sdb - On December 8, 2025

Listen, Reflect, Review and Report

In the previous article we explored the basis for Conversation in the Spirit and the attitudes needed for it. Here we shall consider the process to be followed in holding a Conversation in the Spirit and its main benefits.

by Jose Kuttianimattathil, sdb - On December 8, 2025

Non-clerics in New Roles

Pope Francis opened the doors for women and non-ordained laypeople to take on key roles as lectors and acolytes, and even to lead major ecclesiastical offices

by Merlin Ambrose - On December 8, 2025

Existential Spirituality

A reflection on spirituality for religious

by P A Joseph - On December 8, 2025

Education is a Vocation, and a Mission

Education, the Pope teaches, is not peripheral to the Church’s life; it is the very fabric of evangelization -- the place where the Gospel becomes relationship, culture, and future

by Fr. (Dr.) Paul Pudussery, C.S.C. - On December 8, 2025

The Art of Facilitation

A week-long training programme on ‘Facilitation’ in Delhi was an eye-opener for the participants. It was not only a spiritual experience but it also rendered us enough knowledge to become facilitators.

by Sr. Reji A Joseph PBVM - On December 8, 2025

A New Road Map for Catholic Education

A ‘map of hope’ to form young people who believe they can change their world through truth, faith, and love; a map where there is no place for hatred

by Sunny Jacob SJ - On December 8, 2025

The Pope's Last Crusade:

How an American Jesuit Helped Pope Pius XI's Campaign to Stop Hitler

by Peter Eisner - On January 23, 2026

Bill, Bile, and the Blessings

Often, we end up being cynical, missing the godsend

by Br Carmel Duca MC - On January 23, 2026

The Constitution is ‘Good News’

The values and principles, the rights and freedoms, enshrined in the Constitution of India are ‘Kingdom values’ which Jesus lived, preached and gave his life for.

by Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ - On January 24, 2026

A Journey Closer to God

As we begin this New Year, our expectations need not be grand resolutions. They can be simple and profound: to pray more sincerely, to live more honestly, to love more generously, and to serve more humbly.

by Fr Anush D’Cunha SJ - On January 28, 2026

A Jubilee that Never Ends

As we begin this New Year, our expectations need not be grand resolutions. They can be simple and profound: to pray more sincerely, to live more honestly, to love more generously, and to serve more humbly.

by Fr Anush D’Cunha SJ - On January 28, 2026

DIGITAL DILEMMA

In the last decade, priests and consecrated religious have stepped into the digital world with an eagerness that has transformed the landscape of pastoral communication.

by Fr Suresh Mathew Pallivathukal OFM Cap - On January 28, 2026

From Growing Up to Waking Up

We confuse talking about prayer with practising prayer. Spirituality becomes a subject rather than a life. We become caretakers of institutions rather than bearers of divine fire

by Fr Jayaseelan Savariarpitchai SDB - On January 28, 2026

Laws are external, not the core

At the end of my life, I will not be judged on what I wore or which page of the breviary or missal I read, but on how I treated the weak and the poor.

by Fr Joe Mannath SDB - On January 28, 2026

Marian Titles, off the Mark

Pope Leo XIV’s Doctrinal Note explains why it is inappropriate to use certain titles like ‘co-redemptrix’ to Mother Mary

by Fr Jose Kuttianimattathil, SDB - On January 28, 2026

The Key Takeaways

(This is the concluding part of the presentation of the ‘Wholeness Paradigm for Priestly and Religious Life’)

by Fr. Dr. Joseph Jeyaraj, SDB - On January 28, 2026

Rein in Modern Day Slavery

If Not Us, Then Who? If Not Now, Then When?

by Sr Lini Sheeja MSC - On January 28, 2026

Digital Wellness in Consecrated Life Set an Exit Time for Digital World

The time spent by religious men and women on social media is increasing steadily. When was the last time one had a more than ten-minute conversation with a fellow community member without checking their phone?

by Fr (Dr) Sajith Cyriac SSP - On January 28, 2026

Existential Role of Humans

As we enter the New Year 2026, it may be good to reflect on some of the major issues and challenges we face. We reflect in line with Teilhard Chardin, the eminent Jesuit Philosopher and scientist. Humans are in the sphere of mind and spirit.

by P A Joseph - On January 28, 2026

Barabbas (1961); Runtime: 137 minutes

Director: Richard Fleischer Cast: Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado, Harry Andrews, Vittorio Gassman, Jack Palance, and Ernest Borgnine.

by Prof. Gigy Joseph - On January 28, 2026

NEW NORMS FOR EXCLAUSTRATION A Stopgap Step to Stay Out

The canonical rules for Exclaustration, a measure offering a religious temporary separation from the religious community, have been changed on February 11, 2022, by the Apostolic Letter Competentias quasdam decernere.

by Fr Merlin Rengith Ambrose - On January 28, 2026

An Epitome of Courage

Rukhmabai was the first Indian woman doctor who practised in the country, and fought against child marriage to the extent of going to jail

by M.A. Joe Antony, SJ - On January 28, 2026

Agape in Digital Age

In a world where social media defines so much of our identity, it’s easy to lose sight of the deeper questions that truly form our purpose. We measure our worth by likes, followers, WhatsApp status updates, and comments.

by Lavoisier Fernandes - On January 28, 2026

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