The second session of the day was characterised by a process of spiritual conversation, with significant time dedicated to shared reflection and dialogue. Br Darren Burge presented the strategic documents that had been developed by the Provincial Council over many months. He explained that the intention was not to produce a detailed operational plan, but rather a set of guiding principles that express both the aspirations of the Province and its core vision. Drawing together

Day 2 of the Provincial Chapter began with an invitation for the Brothers to reflect on what was “bubbling within” them as they entered the day. Br Tony Leon guided this reflective opening, encouraging participants to attend to what was speaking to them inwardly. He also acknowledged the tragic events that unfolded at Bondi Beach the previous evening. This was followed by two minutes of silence, as the Brothers held in prayer those who lost their lives, their families, and al

On December 14, the Second Provincial Chapter of the Star of the Sea Province officially began in Nadi, Fiji. The gathering opened with a beautiful celebration of the Eucharist, followed by a deeply moving traditional Fijian ceremony. The Chapter brought together 25 Brothers from across the Province, joined by Br Peter Carroll, the newly elected Superior General and former Provincial of the Star of the Sea Province. The newly elected Provincial, Br Darren Burge, led the openi