Vultures of war
By Tagoy Jakosalem War can never be truly legal or illegal; it is always immoral. This war, backed by the United States and Israel, or Trump’s belligerence, continues to have negative repercussions on communities around the world. The global economic impact is incalculable, and yet there are those who celebrate the anti-Muslim war rhetoric of
Call for Peace
In solidarity with Pope Leo XIV’s global call for peace, urging humanity to “always seek peace and reject war,” ARCORES International reaffirms its commitment to peace amid the escalation of global conflicts and their devastating economic repercussions. To support this mission, we invite everyone to participate in the “Prayer Vigil for Peace of April 11,
61 Armed conflicts in the world urge us to act
The solidarity network of the Augustinian Recollects invites the entire Augustinian Recollect Family to join in a common prayer for peace, in communion with Pope Leo XIV and in the face of the grave international situation — 61 armed conflicts in the world urge us to act. In an international context marked by escalating violence
Pope Leo XIV and Saint Augustine on Peace
In the context of the 59th World Day of Peace, Holy Father Leo XIV invites us to reflect on the profound nature of peace, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Saint Augustine. Through three fundamental pillars, we are presented with a transformative vision of how to build and live peace in our time. 1. Peace
The Solidarity Heart Campaign 25 26 begins
With deep joy and renewed commitment, ARCORES, the International Solidarity Network of the Augustinian Recollect family, launches the Solidarity Heart Campaign 2025-2026 under the motto “Beating in Mission”. Starting December 5, 2025, we invite our entire family to join us in this privileged time of solidarity that will accompany us throughout 2026. This year, our
November 25th an Urgent Call Against Violence Towards Women
Every November 25th, the world pauses to remember an uncomfortable but necessary truth: violence against women transcends borders, cultures, and socioeconomic levels. On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, from ARCORES we join the voices demanding real and urgent change, recognizing that this struggle unites us. The numbers speak for themselves,
ARCORES and the Living Laudato Si’ Movement at COP30
BELÉM, BRAZIL – The United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP30), held this year in Belém, Brazil, in the heart of the Amazon region, is serving as a fundamental global mechanism for forging solutions to the ever-worsening climate crisis. Beyond official government negotiations, a powerful joint delegation from the ARCORES International network and the Living
Strengthening the global network of solidarity
From June 24-29, representatives from 15 countries celebrate the 2025 Ordinary General Assembly, a key meeting for the future of Augustinian Recollect social action, strengthening the global network of solidarity. During these days, the ARCORES family is experiencing a special moment. Coordinators and leaders from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Spain, Philippines, Mexico,
Sister Cleusa: 40 Years of a Legacy Inspiring the Global Mission of the Augustinian Recollect Sisters and ARCORES
As we mark the 40th anniversary of her martyrdom, the figure of Sister Cleusa Carolina Rody Coelho continues to illuminate the path of the Augustinian Recollect Missionary Sisters (MAR) across four continents. On that morning of April 28, 1985, while navigating the Paciá River in the Brazilian Amazon, this religious woman’s life was cut short
The Indelible Mark of Pope Francis
With the passing of Pope Francis, ARCORES and the entire Augustinian Recollect family bid farewell to a transformative figure whose vision has deeply inspired our solidarity mission. The Indelible Mark of Pope Francis: The Legacy of the First Latin American Pontiff and His Harmony with ARCORES As the first Latin American pope, Francis embodied values