This is the website of the Xaverian Mission Spirituality Centre in Preston. If you were looking to find out about the Xaverian presence in the UK then you can find the Provincial website for the Xaverians here.
The Xaverian dream is that of making the world a single family.
Inspired by St. Guido Conforti and St. Francis Xavier, we, Xaverian Missionaries, serve to keep the local Church aware of, engaged with and connected to the missionary mandate of the universal Church, principally by witnessing Jesus to those who have yet to know Him.
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The Xaverian dream is that of making the world a single family.
Recent News
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- Book Club: News 25/9/2020 : - The group discussed Genesis. Tutorial on the use of Zoom is available for new group members. Read the post to learn more.
- Lectio Divina: News 25/9/2020 : - Another wonderful writeup from the Lectio Divina group.
- Foxton Centre: Can you offer DIY help? 25/9/2020 : - The Foxton Centre in Preston have a small workshop. They are looking for volunteers who have a DIY background to give some time in support.
- There’s something good cooking 25/9/2020 : - Preston Windrush charity prepared over 150 meals in our kitchens for those isolating and lonely.
- Book Club: News 18/9/2020 : - Our Poetry and Book club is meeting on Zoom on Wednesday 23rd September to discuss Genesis Ch 1-3. If you wish to join the Zoom Meeting then read this post.
Recent Reflections on the Gospel
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- Reflection on 26th Sunday: 27th September 2020 - Jesus said to the chief priests and the elders: “What do you think? ..."
- Reflection on 25th Sunday: 20th September 2020 - It’s safe to say that the message in today’s gospel reading would not be found in the Manifesto of any political party or the Mission Statement of any business enterprise.
- Reflection on 24th Sunday: 13th September 2020 - After being imprisoned in South Africa for 27 years for his protest of apartheid, Nelson Mandela said “As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn’t leave my bitterness and hatred behind, I’d still be in prison.”