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

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Hearts for young mothers

ARCORES International has launched a comprehensive care program for pregnant adolescents in the municipality of San Cristóbal, an initiative that addresses the needs of this vulnerable group. With an investment of 1,080 euros, the program began in March 2024 at the Rafael J. Mañón hospital, where initially two adolescents were attended. In just a few

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Sport and Solidarity from Granada

he streets of Granada vibrated this Sunday under the steps of nearly 4,000 runners who gathered for the 19th edition of the Padre Marcelino Memorial Popular Race, sport and solidarity. The event not only broke participation records but transformed the city into a stage where sport and solidarity merged in perfect harmony. With registrations sold

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ARCORES and the Augustinian Recollect family

ARCORES and the Augustinian Recollect family. This is a historic meeting that brings together all branches of the Augustinian Recollect family for the first time. Convened by the Prior General of the Order, Fr. Miguel Ángel Hernández, this innovative gathering seeks to deepen the shared identity and mission of this religious family born in 1588.

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ARCORES Strengthens its Social Mission

ARCORES International, the Augustinian Recollect Solidarity Network, reinforces its commitment to social transformation by actively participating in the 2025 JPIC Formation Workshop, to be held in Rome from February 10-14. This important international gathering, organized by the USG-UISG JPIC Commission, will be conducted under the theme “JPIC MISSION: Pilgrims of Hope for Systemic Transformation for

Laudato Si’ Cross, a gift to Pope Francis from ARCORES

Pope Francis received the ‘Laudato Si’ Cross’ as a gift from ARCORES, the solidarity network of the Order of Augustinian Recollects. The cross is a meaningful interpretation of the ecological advocacy of Pope Francis that inspired millions from different denominational identities to protect nature and people. The ‘Laudato Si’ Cross’ is significantly summarized by Pope

The Importance of Volunteering

ARCORES volunteering represents a unique opportunity for people to give themselves to others and experience the deep sense of solidarity and service that drives its mission. This commitment, structured across various levels: local, national, and international volunteering, allows volunteers to approach the most vulnerable realities, moving hearts towards empathy and action. In each of these

Ecumenical Dialogue through Ecology

The president of ARCORES International, Tagoy Jakosalem, participation in the 2024 Ecumenical Research Forum Conference, held at the prestigious Academy of Mission in Hamburg, Germany, from November 29 to December 1. At this significant gathering, focused on “Grassroots Ecumenism,” Jakosalem presented an innovative research titled “Ecological Action as a Path for Ecumenical Dialogue: A Philippine

The prayer of the poor rises to God

The prayer of the poor rises to God, this is the theme of the 2024 World Day of the Poor. It reminds us and encourages us to live and experience the essential union between prayer and the exercise of charity: “If prayer does not translate into concrete action, it is vain; indeed, faith without works

The gravity of the climate crisis

The catastrophic flooding that claimed over 90 lives and left dozens missing in Valencia, Spain, underscores the severity of the climate crisis. The 2023 IPCC Report (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) already highlighted the ‘future’ risks of climate change, stating: “Continued emissions will further affect all major climate system components. With every additional increment of