Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters: The Missionary Catechist
Title
Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters: The Missionary Catechist
Description
The Missionary Catechist was published by Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters from December 1924 through October 1964. It covers their mission to bring the catechism to those who did not have the opportunity.
Identifier
HARC_010_7_1_1_0000_0000
Date
1924-1964
Spatial Coverage
Huntington, Indiana; Huntington County; United States
This issue of the Missionary Catechist describes the qualities and preparation required for becoming a Missionary Catechist at Victory-Noll, emphasizing sanctity, vocation, and dedication to missionary, catechetical, and charitable work among the poor. It highlights the training and spiritual development of candidates, such as Catechist Margaret Campbell, who study various subjects to serve effectively in mission districts. Victory-Noll serves as the novitiate and motherhouse for the Society of Missionary Catechists.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the vital role of Catechists in supporting missionaries, providing religious instruction, caring for the sick and poor, and fostering Catholic life among underprivileged children and communities. It emphasizes the importance of charitable works, evangelization, and the organization of various Catholic groups to strengthen faith and serve those in need, especially among marginalized populations such as Mexicans and the impoverished.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the enduring impact of early Franciscan missionaries and the dedicated efforts of modern Missionary Catechists in teaching and nurturing faith among poor children in mission districts. It emphasizes the lasting spiritual benefits of these teachings and the deep devotion of the local Catholic community.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the selfless service of catechists who work without salary in needy missions and settlements, relying on prayer and devotion. They wear uniforms, perform household duties, and travel extensively to serve impoverished communities, dedicating their lives to evangelization and aid among the poor.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist emphasizes devotion to God's Mother, Montfort's message, and the importance of frequent Holy Communion. It highlights the need for faith renewal amid hardships and encourages prayer and reverence for Mary.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist describes efforts to establish a Catholic school and community center in a mission district, despite challenges from Protestant influence and native apostates. The authors express their dedication to winning back souls to the Catholic faith through prayer, sacrifice, and perseverance amid opposition and hardships.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist emphasizes the importance of compassion and spiritual welfare, illustrating how Jesus multiplied loaves and commissioned His disciples to distribute food, symbolizing the duty to care for both temporal and spiritual needs. It highlights the value of sending dedicated individuals on missions and the significance of teaching and catechism, as discussed through a conversation about missionary work and the calling to serve.
This issue of The Missionary Catechist highlights the progress of missionary efforts over six years, including increased attendance at Mass and active catechism teaching by missionaries in impoverished areas. It emphasizes the importance of charity and prayer for the departed, and advocates for continued support of missionary work among diverse communities in California and beyond.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights recent activities, including a Protestant mission with fifty workers, a marriage ceremony between a Protestant and a Catholic, and preparations for Christmastime catechist parties starting December 18th. It emphasizes the importance of prayer and morale in mission work and features a report on a religious school and community events.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the dedication of the Society of Missionary Catechists to serving Jesus and the faithful, including rebuilding a chapel and conducting nine days of prayer. It recounts a family’s conversion story, emphasizing faith and perseverance, and encourages praying the rosary for missionaries and the poor.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the importance of fostering vocations among children and youth through prayer and mission experiences. It emphasizes the need for missionary catechists to serve the poor and encourages young students to dedicate their lives to missionary work, inspired by their love for Jesus and devotion to Our Blessed Lady of Victory.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist expresses gratitude to supporters for their sacrifices in aiding missionary work among the poor, emphasizing the importance of prayer, love, and the celebration of Christ's message of peace and salvation during Christmas.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist recounts the author's early experiences in Mission training, highlighting the dedication of Mother Aquin and the Sisters, the importance of teaching and spreading the Gospel, and the preparation for missionary work in underserved areas like New Mexico.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist emphasizes that a true education prompts girls to seek God's calling in their lives, encouraging sincere hearts to discern and follow His will.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the dedication of early Catholic pioneers, including Rev. Kino and the Ilfeld's, who contributed to community development and religious foundations in Texas and California.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the dedication of young women and the sacrifices made by devoted workers for the Society of Missionary Catechists. It emphasizes the importance of offering one's service to God and Mary, celebrating the spiritual contributions and hymns composed for mission services, and encouraging ongoing commitment during the month of May to do all for Jesus through Mary.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist emphasizes the goal of recruiting 2,500 donors to contribute $1 monthly for a year to support missionary work. It highlights the importance of prayer and cooperation in saving souls, especially among the poor, whose hardships often go unnoticed. The article also features Catechist Cordelia Bahl, who describes the struggles of Indiana's poor children, many of whom lack adequate clothing and basic needs, illustrating the urgent need for continued assistance.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist discusses the aftermath of a California flood, highlighting community efforts to aid affected families, including distributing food and providing relief. It also features reflections on sacred music and devotion.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the positive impact of Catholic missionaries, contrasting it with the negative influence of Protestant efforts. It emphasizes the importance of supporting local missions, such as a clinic in San Mateo, New Mexico, and encourages readers to contribute to missionary work, especially through a back-to-school contest.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights how Protestant missionaries had robbed local communities of their faith, but after the arrival of Catholic Catechists, there was a positive transformation, with children engaged in religious education and improved care for the sick and needy.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the vital role of catechists in serving the poor, emphasizing the importance of prayer and financial support. It recounts the inspiring work of Missionary Catechists, including their dedication and efforts to save souls, and encourages making Mary's month a "Mission Month" to foster greater commitment.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the daily devotion and activities of the Catechist, including prayer, meditation, and service at the grotto. It emphasizes her dedication to her faith, her contributions to the mission, and the importance of prayer and community involvement. The publication also honors the Little Flower and encourages readers to renew their commitments and stay engaged in spiritual practices.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights Christmas-themed activities, including a Bethlehem drama by Catechist Blanche Richardson, and emphasizes the simplicity and educational value of teaching the Christmas story to children and indigenous peoples. It also reflects on the significance of Christ's birth and the joy of the holiday season.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the efforts to promote Catholic faith among children and expand missionary work in the Southwest, emphasizing the importance of community, prayer, and supporting missionary publications to save souls and strengthen the Church.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the need for dedicated service among native children attending Protestant schools in New Mexico, emphasizing the importance of faith, sacrifice, and devotion in the mission field of the Southwest, where infant mortality is high and opportunities for service abound.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the challenges faced by missionaries, including limited opportunities for service and the dedication of associate catechists like Mary and Laurita. It emphasizes the importance of faith, zeal, and practical efforts to serve God's needy children, despite hardships and limited resources.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the challenges faced by Catechists due to opposition and restrictions in mission districts, which hinder their efforts to teach and reach children. Despite these obstacles, the Church emphasizes the importance of community prayer and the role of children, especially through programs like the Little Helpers, in supporting missions and saving souls in diverse immigrant communities.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the training and activities of catechists in various regions, including New Mexico and California. It describes their community prayers, educational efforts, and cooperation with local communities to support missionary work and religious education. The publication also features personal stories, tributes, and the importance of prayer and good works in their mission.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the neglect of organized religion in Sabbath schools and churches, emphasizing the importance of family prayers and genuine faith. It shares stories of missionary work, illustrating humility and patience among poor families during Easter, and promotes the Catholic Church's teachings and prayers through the example of a Missionary Catechist.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the importance of community centers, especially in Indiana Harbor, and emphasizes Lent as a season of prayer, penance, and almsgiving. It discusses the role of catechists in mission work, the significance of First Communion classes, and the need for cultural integration in missionary efforts. The publication encourages contributions to the Holy Cross Burse and reflects on the dedication of catechists in their mission to serve and educate.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the presence of 3,875 Mexican children in public schools, emphasizes the importance of love for the faith among Protestant missions, and underscores that education relies on dedicated individuals rather than buildings. It also features inspirational content, including a prayer trust, and promotes Victory-Noll as an inviting winter destination, along with news of a new missionary field in California.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the challenges of reaching remote communities, such as Mosquera, where children and adults face hardships like walking long distances to attend church or school. It emphasizes the importance of Society's role in serving neglected populations through the efforts of Missionary Catechists, who draw spiritual strength from Victory-Noll to serve the poor and spread the faith in isolated areas.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the training of native catechists to lead spiritual efforts, emphasizing the importance of prayer, Holy Communion, and community support. It underscores the dedication of missionaries and lay leaders in serving the poor and neglected, with a call for financial contributions to sustain their work and expand religious education.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the spiritual reflections and community activities during December 1930, including prayers for benefactors, the use of a portable altar by Father Franco, the celebration of the shepherds' visit to the Infant Jesus, and the joy of sharing Christmas traditions like the "Los Pastores" play and decorating a Christmas tree.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the call for dedicated Catholic young women to serve as Missionary Catechists in the Southwest, emphasizing the noble and romantic nature of missionary work among the poor and neglected communities.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the dedication of missionaries and catechists who bring spiritual and material aid to impoverished communities, exemplified by their efforts in Indiana Harbor and other areas. It recounts their compassionate work, including prayer, healing, and support during challenging circumstances, emphasizing their unselfish devotion to spreading religion and assisting those in need.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the importance of perseverance, true devotion to Mary, and the value of catechism education. It emphasizes the influential role of native catechists in mission fields like Victory-Mount, which serves as a training and headquarters center for catechists working in the Southwest.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the efforts of catechists working among neglected children and poor communities, emphasizing their dedication through prayer, education, and service. It recounts their work in remote areas like the San Joaquin Valley and the Azores, their devotion to the Mother of God, and their preparation through musical training at Victory-Noll to better serve in their missionary efforts.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist discusses the importance of lay participation in missionary work, emphasizing Pope Pius XI's call for Catholic Action among the laity. It highlights the role of Catechists in mission fields, their efforts to teach, hear confessions, and facilitate Holy Communion, often in challenging environments without organized parish support. The article underscores the need for lay engagement to address emergencies and support the spiritual needs of remote communities.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the devotion of our community during the Christmas season, with many participating in services and sacrifices for the missions. It emphasizes the importance of supporting the poor through donations of food and clothing, and encourages acts of charity such as card parties and making stockings. A donation of $47 was made to the medicine fund, reflecting the community's generosity. The article calls on Catholics to share their love and gratitude by helping those in need and supporting home missions.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the Society of Missionary Catechists' efforts to promote the "Liturgical Revival" by fostering greater knowledge and love of ritual prayer and liturgical services among its members and children. It also references the establishment of Christian schools with quality facilities and emphasizes the importance of education and prayer in their mission.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist discusses the religious education challenges faced by Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S., emphasizing the need for more priests and catechists to serve poor children and underserved districts, and highlights efforts to prepare children for the sacraments and improve mission facilities.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the lack of medical services for many needy Catholic communities in the Southwest, emphasizing the importance of missionary work rooted in devotion and sacrifice. It also discusses the significance of explaining the mysteries of the Rosary to the poor and the value of religious education, while noting the challenges faced in missionary efforts and the importance of prayer for souls in purgatory.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist describes the dedication and practices of Missionary Catechists, including community prayers, social service, bedside nursing, and spiritual training. It highlights their monthly prayer day, community involvement, and the importance of prayer and devotion in their mission work.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the scenic beauty of Victory-Noll, the site of the Society of Missionary Catechists' training institute, and emphasizes the importance of donations and prayers for their work. It reflects on the dedication of catechists, the growth of the publication, and the ongoing mission to educate and serve children and communities in need.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the urgent need for greater support and organization within the Catholic Church in the Southwest to sustain missionary efforts, especially among catechists and in areas threatened by Protestant influence. It emphasizes the importance of prayer, almsgiving, and active participation to strengthen faith and address the lack of resources and support for Catholic missions at home.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the importance of giving alms to support missions, encourages contributions to aid mission efforts, and reports on various activities and updates from the publication, including community events and missionary needs.
This issue of the Missionary Catechist highlights the importance of Christian service through Protestant missionaries and social work in the vast territory of Santa Fe. It emphasizes the dedication of Missionary Catechists and religious communities like the Company of Mary and the Daughters of Wisdom, who pray and sacrifice to care for souls and promote Catholic faith amidst Protestant influence.
