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The article was first reported by The Pilot.

By Andrew Mercado

The Assumptionist Center recently and proudly celebrated the graduation of several of its residents, mostly from Boston College. Receiving Masters of Theological Studies were Nick Munsen and Erwin Susanto. Receiving Masters of Theology were John Monaco, Raphael Yabut, Fr. Peter Omwoyo AA (pictured above) and Kyle Herrington, former resident. Receiving a Doctorate in Sacred Theology was Fr. Bernard Disco, OSB, also a former resident.  From the New England Conservatory of Music, Matthew Thomson, our resident from down under, received his Master’s in Music.

Congratulations, one and all!

Assumption seniors and recent graduates: looking for a great way to spend next year? Consider volunteering with the Assumption Mission Associates, the post-graduate volunteer program sponsored by the Religious of the Assumption Sisters! For more information, go to https://www.assumptionvolunteers.org

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One of the apostolic activities of the Augustinians of the Assumption in Vietnam is the pastoral work for the youth. This apostolic activity is rooted in the spirit of the founder, Father Emmanuel d’Alzon. Formed under the auspices of the Assumptionists in Vietnam, young Assumptionists are trained having in mind and heart three (3) dimensions: faith, human life, and deeply rooted knowledge and relationship with God and the Church. Be always open to the times but do not lose thyself In one’s journey in life, young people face many difficulties in faith, social relations, understanding the different challenges brought about by mass communication. Bearing these challenges in formation, how are the young brothers in the congregation are called to live? «Be always open to the times but do not lose thyself». This is the topic shared by Bishop Joseph Tran Van Toan of the Diocese of Long Xuyen, during his meeting with young Assumptionists on January 8, 2019.

During the sharing, the Bishop spoke about the example of Pope John Paul II, who reminded the young that although they are men of their times, they ought not to lose themselves. The young should not forget that they are the bearer Christ’s name, John Paul II said. He also added: «Opening up to the times is not for us to have a mockery, scorn for problems that occur in society but that respect, live responsibility, have more accurate judgments. And more than ever, let us recognize ourselves in it». In opening oneself to the times, the Board of the Youth Pastoral stressed that the young, particularly the students, should have an understanding of religion.