A day of reflection for the health ministry of the diocese of Nanterre
On April 10, over 75 people involved in pastoral health care in the Diocese of Nanterre gathered for a day of reflection and training, in a spirit of communion, prayer and sharing of experiences. The meeting, led by Father François Lapointe OMV, was part of a drive to support and deepen our mission to the […]
Participation in the Coptic Orthodox Easter rite
A fraternal gesture in the service of Christian unity. In a profoundly ecumenical spirit, Father François Lapointe OMV, rector of Sainte-Rita Chapel, took part in the celebration of Easter according to the rite of the Coptic Orthodox Church. This participation is part of a process of fraternal communion between the Churches, marked by mutual respect […]
Meeting of altar servers with Brother Rafael
Yesterday, the altar servers gathered for a fraternal and spiritual time in the presence of Brother Rafael. The meeting began with a moment of communal prayer, led by chapel rector Father François Lapointe and chaplain Father Yves Morin. This time of prayer enabled everyone to refocus on the deeper meaning of their service at the […]
Meditation by Antoine ARJAKOVSKY
Antoine Arjakovsky, born in Paris on October 5, 1966, is a French historian, co-director of the “Politics and Religions” department at the Collège des Bernardins and director emeritus of the Institute for Ecumenical Studies in Lviv (Ukraine). Here, he offers a meditation on the Scripture passages from the ecumenical prayer celebrated in our chapel on […]
Renewal of Brother Rafael’s vows
On January 3, during the first Vespers of the Epiphany, a special celebration took place in the community of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary. Brother Rafael, a member of this religious institute, renewed his vows in a deeply symbolic and spiritual act. This gesture, often charged with meaning in the consecrated life, is part […]
Message from Brother Rafael on Taizé
Good evening everyone! I’m brother Rafael. After these wonderful days together, I’d like to introduce you to our FORMIDABLE preparation team. They are the ones who have organized everything for your welcome, your stay, and for everything to go smoothly: Hinnie, Chanela, Dorothée, and Father Guillaume. I can assure you that they put in a […]
A look back at the Marian Procession of December 08
On December 8, the Saint Pierre Saint Paul parish and Saint Rita chapel fervently celebrated the feast of the Immaculate Conception with a magnificent procession in honor of the Virgin Mary. The Marian evening began with a spiritual mass, attended by a large number of faithful who joined in prayer and song to honor the […]
Sainte Rita’s boutique is getting richer for Christmas: come and discover our new products!
In the run-up to the great feast of the Nativity, the Saint Rita Shrine boutique has been decked out in new colors and a wide range of novelties. Books, devotional objects, icons, rosaries, hand-crafted cribs, decorated candles and gift ideas: everything has been carefully selected to accompany you on your way to Christmas, and to […]
Fraternal return with the pilgrims: a lively chat to discern the future
Following our recent pilgrimage to Cascia, Assisi and Rome in November 2025, we brought the participants together for a time of reflection and a convivial meal. This simple, fraternal and dynamic gathering, under the skilful guidance of organizers Emile and Gilles, enabled everyone to express their experiences, to re-read together the graces received, but also […]
The Crib in our Sanctuary
This year, our chapel was adorned with a new crib, carefully crafted by Father Guillaume and Brother Rafael. Their patient, discreet and fraternal work has given our place of prayer a renewed look as the Nativity approaches. We would like to thank them warmly for this service to the faith community of our sanctuary: through […]