In his letter to the faithful for World Day of the Poor, the Holy Father points to the marginal places that offer the most promise for tomorrow’s world.
Category Archives: India
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Oct
Christmas is a season of intention, a time to reach out, send love, and reminding people how much they mean to us! Christmas cards are one of the sweetest traditions of the holiday season, it is a heartfelt way to spread joy and connection with the people we love most. In a world filled with […]
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Oct
Oct
At just 15, Yeshashri dreams of becoming a fashion designer — but without a sewing machine, her hands-on practice was out of reach. Thanks to a gift through Chalice’s gift catalogue, she now sews every day, building skills and hope for her future.
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Sep
Sep
Today, Diyoni can discuss the world economy with confidence. But growing up, the everyday math was much simpler. In her family, there was just never enough. Sponsorship changed that. Diyoni grew up with her parents, Mariyammal and Periyanayagam, and her two older siblings in a village in south-central India. Despite their hard work as agricultural […]
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Jul
Jul
We’re not counting the days… but it’s only 162 until Christmas! Each year, our sites joyfully look forward to celebrating Christ. Last Christmas, Hemalatha and her family celebrated at home as well as with their parish community. “We are deeply grateful for the Christmas fund we received from Chalice, which made our celebrations even more […]
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Jun
Jun
102 people will soon have safe place to live. Every family deserves a safe and stable home, but many sponsored and non-sponsored families in our Madurai site’s communities are living in dangerous, temporary, and dilapidated shelters without proper toilet facilities. Facing many financial constraints, families are unable to build secure or hygienic homes. In 2021, […]
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Jun
Jun
Zdena’s itinerary in India was packed with unforgettable moments. The glittering Golden Temple at night, saluting the sun (sort of) in an ashram, and peeking into St. Mother Teresa’s tiny room in Kolkata. But the Vancouverite wasn’t quite prepared to be welcomed by scores of her biggest fans in a small community outside of Bangalore. […]
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Mar
Mar
Meet Kazhiini, a young woman whose life has been shaped by love, determination, and the support of her Chalice sponsor. At just four years old, Kazhiini’s life changed when she learned she would have a sponsor through Chalice’s Orissa sponsor site in India. This joy, however, was followed by deep sorrow when her father, Pfokrehe, […]
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Mar
Mar
Sr. Bindu, Assam site director, India Lent is a path on our journey that provides opportunities for renewal and deepening of our faith. It serves as a bridge, reconciling us with the Divine and reaffirming our declaration to walk in the light of Christ. Repentance, reconciliation, and reparation are essential elements of Lent that lead […]
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Mar
Mar
Sr. Amala, Madurai site director, India Lent offers a profound opportunity to delve into themes of sacrifice, atonement, and generosity This Lenten lens serves to draw closer to God by focusing on spiritual renewal, repentance, and selflessness. Lent encourages acts of charity and generosity, reminding us of the call to serve others and share blessings […]