Every single Catholic on Earth is Being called to pray the Rosary for World Peace
October 22, 2026
– 10:00 AM
“ I invite you to pray the Rosary every day for peace in the world.”
– POPE LEO XIV
A WORLD AT prayer NEWS
Connecting HCFM to the Global Holy Cross Family
Rev. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., Ph.D.
President, Holy Cross Family Ministries
A Message from the President
Dear Friends in Christ,
Amidst the conflicts of every age, Mother Church has asked the faithful to pray for peace. She has held forth the Rosary as a particularly powerful means of storming heaven with prayer, and to this end, she has consistently asked the people of God to turn to our Blessed Mother in the Rosary in times of global conflict.
Our times are no different. As the world once again faces the scourge of war between nations and peoples, our Holy Father Pope Leo has asked the faithful around the world to join together in unity to pray the Rosary for peace. Holy Cross Family Ministries has answered this call and is calling for 250,000 people to join us for the Global Rosary for Peace, which we will offer for the Holy Father’s intention on October 22, the Feast of St. Pope John Paul II.
My brothers and sisters, I urge you to join this global movement and to pray the Rosary for peace alongside us and hundreds of thousands of your fellow Catholics on October 22. You can register to participate at https://PrayForPeace.org. Register yourself, register your family, and reach out to ten people who you think would like to join us in praying the Rosary for world peace on this day. We offer this global prayer knowing that the words of Venerable Patrick Peyton are true: “A world at prayer is a world at peace.” God bless you!
In Christ,
Rev. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., Ph.D.
A Message from the International Director
Dear Friends,
As we reflect in this newsletter on the powerful grace-filled ministry of our ministry centers on six continents, I am struck once again by the power of the family Rosary — how it continues to draw hearts together, from the smallest home to the widest reach of our global mission. In every Ministry Center, in every language, the same prayer rises: for peace, for healing, for families to stay close to God and to one another.
The stories here — captured in the photos our Ministry Centers share from around the world — are a testimony that our mission is vibrant and growing. Each image is a window into a family, a community, a moment of encounter with Christ. I am deeply grateful to every Ministry Center Director, every team member, and every collaborator who make these moments possible.
Looking ahead, I invite you all to join us in our most ambitious undertaking yet: the Global Rosary for Peace, on October 22, 2026. Our goal is to unite 250,000 people worldwide in a single prayer for peace, echoing the conviction that has carried this ministry since Father Peyton first spoke it: “The family that prays together stays together.” Today, we dare to believe that the world that prays together, stays at peace. Register. Share. Invite. Multiply. Pray for Peace — HCFM.
Thank you, as always, for your prayers, your partnership, and your witness to the power of family prayer.
In kind love,
Rev. Pinto Paul, C.S.C., Ph.D.
Rev. Pinto Paul, C.S.C., Ph.D.
International Director, Holy Cross Family Ministries
SPOTLIGHT!
The World Is Coming Together in Prayer!
One Week to Go: Global Rosary for Peace 2026
The Global Rosary for Peace is almost here! On October 22, 2026, the Feast of Saint John Paul II, families around the world will unite in praying the Rosary for peace. This year, our goal is to bring together 250,000 people worldwide in prayer.
Across our Ministry Centers, families, parishes, schools, and communities are already preparing to take part. With only one week to go, we invite everyone in the Congregation of Holy Cross and our HCFM family to help us make this final week count: register, share, invite, and multiply.
Join us on October 22 and invite your family, friends, parish, school, and community to pray with us as we come together for peace.
This image reminds us of Venerable Patrick Peyton’s well-known phrase, “A World at Prayer is a World at Peace.” This statement reflects Father Peyton’s deep belief that praying together unites people in a unique way, bringing us all closer to our Creator and to the peace and harmony that flow from prayer.
As of October 9, 2026, more than 252,000 people have already committed to praying with us! We are grateful to have surpassed our goal of bringing together 250,000 people worldwide!
We are also delighted to share the wonderful news that Pope Leo XIV has granted his Apostolic Blessing to the upcoming Global Rosary for Peace! This special blessing carries deep spiritual significance, and we are truly grateful and humbled by the Holy Father’s prayers for our event and all who will participate.
Let’s keep the momentum going and invite even more people to join us! —Register. Share. Invite. Multiply and join us in prayer for peace on October 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT!
HIGHLIGHTS!
Try Prayer! It Works! Contest Winners
Celebrating the Try Prayer Contest Winners!
Congratulations to all the winners of the Try Prayer Contest 2026! We are delighted to showcase a few of the winning entries, highlighting the creativity, faith, and inspiring expressions of prayer shared by our young participants. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the students, teachers, families, and schools who made this contest a wonderful celebration of faith and prayer.
Sofia Renata Beltran, 10 years old, Mexico.
Karla Lucia Contreras Tenorio, 16 years old, Lima, Peru.
Shathika Sharon, 5 years old, South India.
Seigio Manuel Flores, 13 years old, Arequipa, Peru.
Aimee Alejandra Zarazua Cruz | Age: 8 years old | Center: Mexico
OUR STORY OF ENCOUNTERING JESUS, TRUE HOPE
Our story begins in 2022 when my grandfather began to feel ill, vomited blood, and fainted. We had to take him to the hospital. He was admitted because they gave us very little hope for his life.
After a while, my grandfather looked a little better, but we were told that his kidneys were functioning at only 18% capacity. From the very beginning, our family prayed with true hope, asking God, our mother Mary, and our Lord Jesus Christ for help. Since then, my family has always prayed, and we are aware that God is almighty.
Tasiana Peter | Age: 15 years old | Center: Tanzania
In the silence of dawn, before light appears
We bow down in prayer, releasing our fear.
With hearts open wide and voices slow,
We call upon Jesus, our true hope to know.
Once our home echoed, with worry and pain,
Love felt distant, and peace was unknown,
Though we lived together, each felt alone.
But prayer became more than words we would say,
It guided our hearts and showed us the way.
In seeking his presence, we started to see
A love full of grace, that could let us free.
Selina Pinto | Age: 17 years old | Center: South India
When shadows fall and dreams feel far,
And wounds remain from who we are,
When every door seems closed and tight,
And days grow darker than the night.
I kneel with tears I cannot hide,
With broken hope and wounded pride,
No perfect words, no strength to show,
Just whispered prayers soft and low.
The world feels heavy on my chest,
My tired heart just longs for rest,
I fear that I may lose my way,
And never see a brighter day.
But in the silence, calm and deep,
A gentle peace begins to seep,
No thunder loud, no shining flame,
Just Jesus softly calls my name.
He does not leave when others part,
He holds together my fragile heart,
In prayer I find what will not end,
My truest hope, my closest friend..
Andrea Nahomi Gutierrez | Age: 14 years old | Center: Mexico
Once upon a time, there was a girl named Sofia who lived in Guadalupe, New Mexico. Sofia was a very curious girl, but lately she had been feeling a little sad because she didn’t really understand how to talk to Jesus. Her grandmother, who always had a smile and a kind word for her, said, “Sofia, prayer is like finding a secret garden where you can talk to Jesus and find hope.”
One day, Sofia decided to follow her grandmother’s advice. She closed her eyes, put her hands together, and imagined in her heart that she was in a garden full of beautiful flowers and colorful butterflies. In that garden she felt a great peace and began to talk to Jesus as if He were her best friend. She told Him her worries and her joys and asked Him to help her be a good girl and to better understand His love.
From that day on, Sofia visited her secret garden whenever she needed comfort or wanted to share something. Little by little, her sadness disappeared and her faith grew. She learned that Jesus always listened to her and that with hope she would never be alone in her heart.
Holy Cross Family Ministries Around the World
Growing Together in Faith
Africa
Burkina Faso
Youth Engagement: On July 5–17, 2026, young people participated in a digital evangelization training focused on Mary, led by Br. David Kofi KPOBI from Ghana, equipping them to become active digital missionaries and faith communicators. Following the training, several young people committed themselves to supporting the mission.
Ghana
Youth Leadership Training – Tamale, Ghana: On August 22, 2026, thirty youth leaders participated in a leadership training led by HCFM Ghana during the Tamale Archdiocesan Catholic Youth Council’s 2026 General Council meeting. The training focused on leadership, communication, effective listening, and report writing. Following the training, the youth leaders expressed their appreciation and requested additional training programs from HCFM.
West Africa Youth Days – Accra, Ghana: On September 7–11, 2026, HCFM Ghana and Burkina jointly participated in the first West Africa Youth Days, which brought together more than 4,000 young Catholics, chaplains, religious leaders, and youth animators from across West Africa. HCFM connected with young people, promoted the Rosary, and encouraged registration for the October 22 Global Rosary Rally for Peace. More than 4,000 Rosaries and Fr. Peyton Beatification and Intercession prayer cards were distributed, strengthening youth participation in HCFM’s prayer initiatives across West Africa.
Enjoy highlights from the Youth Encounter in the video below!
Kenya
Global Rosary for Peace – Holy Cross Parish Dandora, Kenya: On September 20, 2026, HCFM promoted the Global Rosary for Peace under the leadership of National Director Rev. Fr. Gideon Muriithi, C.S.C. Awareness was shared among priests to encourage greater participation in this global prayer initiative, inviting people to unite in praying the Rosary for peace in families, communities, the Church, and the world. “A world at prayer is a world at peace.”
Peyton Prayer Guild (PPG) Recollection – Holy Cross Parish Dandora, Kenya: On August 8, 2026, members of the Peyton Prayer Guild gathered for a time of spiritual renewal through prayer and reflection. Inspired by the mission of Venerable Patrick Peyton, the recollection encouraged members to deepen their relationship with God, strengthen their prayer life, and renew their commitment to living and sharing their faith through Christian service and within their families.
Family Parish Outreach – Lodwar, Turkana County, Kenya: From September 3–6, 2026, the Family Parish Outreach brought together families, youth, and children for prayer, formation, fellowship, and pastoral outreach. Home visits were also made to families in need, offering encouragement, prayer, and hope while helping families deepen their relationship with God and grow together in faith.
Tanzania
Family Conference – Geita, Tanzania: On September 13, 2026, Holy Cross Family Ministries brought together families, children, and community members at Kayenze Sub-Parish in the Catholic Diocese of Geita for a day of spiritual formation and family-centered education. The conference encouraged families to strengthen their relationship with God through prayer at home and embrace their role as the first school of faith.
Peyton Prayer Guild Visits Upendo Leprosy Home: On September 11, 2026, members of the Peyton Prayer Guild visited Upendo Leprosy Home in Maji ya Chai, Arumeru, to offer prayer, companionship, and spiritual support. Together with the residents, they prayed the Holy Rosary, sharing a meaningful moment of faith, hope, comfort, and unity.
Youth Conference and Rosary Distribution – Sumbawanga: On August 22, 2026, young people gathered at the Shrine of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Mvimwa for a Youth Conference and Rosary distribution. Through prayer and spiritual reflection, participants deepened their understanding of Mary’s role in their lives and families while strengthening their commitment to family prayer and devotion to the Blessed Mother.
Uganda- Jinja
Widows and Widowers Workshop – Jinja, Uganda: On July 30, 2026, HCFM Uganda hosted a Widows and Widowers Workshop at the HCFM Office in Jinja. The gathering brought participants together for fellowship, mutual support, and encouragement while building and fostering Catholic community connections.
Uganda- Kampala
Family Prayer Day – Kampala, Uganda: On July 29, 2026, families gathered at the HCFM Centre in Kapeke, Mudduma Parish, for a Family Prayer Day, strengthening family prayer and fostering Catholic community connections.
Encouraging Family Prayer – Kampala, Uganda: On August 26, 2026, Fr. Nsubuga John Baptist encouraged families to deepen their commitment to family prayer during a gathering at the HCFM Centre in Kapeke, Mudduma.
Marriage Workshop – Kampala, Uganda: On August 30, 2026, couples participated in a Marriage Workshop at Kanyanya Parish in the Archdiocese of Kampala, providing an opportunity to strengthen marriages and family life through faith, reflection, and formation.
Asia
Bangladesh
Marian and Family Rosary Formation – Bhadun, Bangladesh: On July 1, 2026, HCFM Bangladesh held a formation session for young men discerning a vocation to the Congregation of Holy Cross. Participants deepened their devotion to Mary, strengthened their prayer life, and reflected on the importance of the Rosary and family prayer, inspired by Venerable Patrick Peyton’s message, “The Family That Prays Together Stays Together.”
Marian and Family Rosary Formation – Pirgacha, Bangladesh: On August 7, 2026, HCFM Bangladesh organized a formation program at Beduria Sub-center, St. Paul Catholic Church, Pirgacha. Through reflection on Mary, the Holy Rosary, and the mission of Venerable Patrick Peyton, participants were encouraged to make the Rosary part of daily family life and grow together in faith, love, and unity.
Formation for Catholic Religion Teachers – Joypurhat, Bangladesh: On July 21, 2026, HCFM Bangladesh conducted a formation session for Catholic Religion Teachers at the Pastoral Center of Christ the King Church, Chadpukur Mission. Focusing on Mary and the mission of Venerable Patrick Peyton, the gathering encouraged teachers to deepen their faith, pray the Rosary daily, and promote family prayer in their families and communities.
India- Northeast Center
Family Seminar – Shillong, India: On August 9, 2026, HCFM Northeast India conducted a Family Seminar at St. Francis de Sales Parish, Mawryngkneng, Shillong. The gathering focused on family-centered education, providing families with an opportunity for learning, reflection, and strengthening family life.
Children’s Seminar – Agartala, India: On August 29, 2026, HCFM Northeast India held a Children’s Seminar at St. Padre Pio Parish, Damcherra, Agartala. The program focused on youth empowerment, encouraging children and young people in their faith, personal growth, and active participation in family and community life.
India- Tamil Nadu
Rosary Family Prayer Promotion – Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India: On July 4, 2026, HCFM Tamil Nadu conducted a Rosary Family Prayer outreach in Kodaikanal. Families and community members came together in prayer and worship, promoting the Rosary and strengthening Catholic community connections.
Marian Retreat for Families & Rosary Procession – Alangudi, Tamil Nadu, India: On August 22, 2026, families participated in an inner healing service during the Marian Retreat for Families at HCFM Tamil Nadu in Alangudi. Earlier, on August 14, the community gathered for a Rosary procession during a Night Vigil, strengthening faith, prayer, and Catholic community connections.
Enjoy the highlights video below!
Philippines
FRC Unit Visit – San Mateo, Rizal, Philippines: On August 29, 2026, the Family Rosary Crusade visited its two-year-old unit at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aranzazu, bringing together 100 members for prayer and fellowship. The gathering strengthened Catholic community connections and renewed their shared commitment to building faith-centered communities.
Rosary Packing with Youth – Novaliches, Philippines: On August 31, 2026, 20 young parishioners from Holy Family Parish in Gulod, Novaliches, participated in a Rosary-packing activity. Through hands-on service, the youth deepened their devotion to the Rosary while taking an active role in promoting prayer and serving their faith community.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Talk – Quezon City, Philippines: On September 3, 2026, the Family Rosary Crusade sponsored a talk by Engr. Carlos Gerardo Ojeda Barrero of ISEG (Mexico) at the Chapel of the Archangels in Bridgetown, Quezon City. More than 200 participants learned about scientific findings related to the Tilma of Guadalupe, deepening their faith and devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Europe
France
Family Outreach Program – Saint-Désiré, France: On September 5, 2026, HCFM France welcomed more than 300 people of all ages to a joyful Family Outreach Program focused on rediscovering the family Rosary and evening prayer as sources of faith, unity, and peace in the home. The gathering also celebrated the baptism of young Simon Le Fevre, joyfully welcoming him into the Catholic faith.
Family Outreach with Military Families – France: Soldiers from the Champagné military barracks and their families participated in a two-day Family Outreach and Mass focused on strengthening family prayer and finding spiritual healing after the loss of loved ones. The gathering offered a meaningful experience of faith, healing, hope, and family unity.
HCFM France Recognized by the Diocese of Le Mans: Holy Cross Family Ministries France was recognized as an inspiring Marian ministry in the Diocese of Le Mans and featured in the diocesan magazine Mosaïque – Église en Sarthe. The recognition celebrates HCFM France’s continuing mission to bring families together through prayer and the Holy Rosary.
Ireland
Faith Pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick – Ireland: On August 15, 2026, pilgrims gathered for a faith-filled journey to Croagh Patrick, one of Ireland’s important places of pilgrimage. The experience offered an opportunity for prayer, fellowship, and spiritual reflection while strengthening Catholic community connections.
Pilgrimage from Scranton to Attymass – Ireland: On September 21, 2026, the Father Peyton Centre welcomed 54 pilgrims from the Diocese of Scranton, Pennsylvania, accompanied by Most Rev. Joseph C. Bambera, Bishop of Scranton, and members of the diocesan team. The pilgrims celebrated Mass with Bishop Bambera and learned more about the life, ministry, and enduring legacy of Venerable Patrick Peyton, strengthening global Catholic connections and the shared mission of family prayer.
Culture Night at the Father Peyton Centre – Attymass, Ireland: On September 18, 2026, the Father Peyton Centre welcomed the local community for its annual Culture Night, featuring music, storytelling, poetry, song, and dance. The joyful evening provided an opportunity for young people and the wider community to share their talents, celebrate local culture, and strengthen community connections.
Welcoming Pilgrims to the Father Peyton Centre – Attymass, Ireland: On July 16, 2026, the Father Peyton Centre welcomed a pilgrimage group from Cleveland, Ohio, as part of the Padre Pio Pilgrimages. For several visitors with County Mayo roots, the visit was especially meaningful, connecting their family heritage with the faith, family, and community legacy of Venerable Patrick Peyton.
North America
Haiti
Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows – Cap-Haïtien, Haiti: On September 15, 2026, HCFM Haiti gathered families for the Rosary and Holy Mass in honor of Our Lady of Sorrows, Patroness of the Priests, Brothers, and Sisters of Holy Cross, at the HCFM Chapel in Cap-Haïtien. The celebration strengthened Catholic community connections while offering families a meaningful time of prayer, reflection, and hope centered on Mary at the foot of the Cross.
Holistic Formation for Youth – Cap-Haïtien, Haiti: On August 18 and 21, 2026, HCFM Haiti offered formation sessions for young people at the HCFM Chapel in Cap-Haïtien. The program supported their human, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and social development, encouraging greater self-confidence, responsibility, vocational discernment, and active engagement in the Church and society.
Mexico
Summer Missions – Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico: From July 25 to August 2, 2026, Family Rosary Mexico joined members of the Congregation of Holy Cross for summer missions in four local communities. Through home visits, prayer, and community gatherings, the mission promoted the Holy Rosary and reflected on Mary as teacher and disciple while strengthening Catholic community connections.
Women’s Mini-Retreat – Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico: On August 15, 2026, Family Rosary Mexico accompanied the ACTS Women retreat team from St. Thomas More Parish for a mini-retreat at San Miguel Arcángel Chapel. Through reflection, fellowship, games, and teamwork, participants strengthened their commitment to serving God and the Church with humility, joy, and love.
Promoting the Family Rosary Mission – Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico: On September 10, 2026, Family Rosary Mexico visited Colegio San José in Saltillo as part of its outreach to introduce the apostolate to new communities. The visit promoted the Holy Rosary as a way to deepen faith, strengthen family unity, and expand the mission of Family Rosary.
Enjoy the video “Make Your Own Rosary” Workshop: On September 8, 2026, participants created their own Rosaries while learning the meaning of each bead and deepening their understanding of the Rosary as a prayerful encounter with Jesus through Mary
USA
Catholic Family Festival – The Father Peyton Center: On August 15, 2026, more than 350 people gathered for the Catholic Family Festival. Families were blessed with Eucharistic Adoration and a powerful reflection on the family at the new Lourdes Grotto. The evening concluded with dancing and fellowship during a Celebrate America 250 concert featuring fun, upbeat, Americana-style music.
South America
Chile
Youth Missionary Encounter – Shrine of Saint Alberto Hurtado, Chile: On August 2, 2026, HCFM Chile, in collaboration with the Archdiocese, held a youth empowerment initiative under the theme, “Come and See.” The encounter offered young people spiritual support in facing today’s challenges and encouraged them to develop a spirit of mission and solidarity.
Enjoy the video below!
Photo 1: Blessing of Married Couples – Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Ñuñoa, Chile, on August 30, 2026.
Photo 2: Blessing of Married Couples – Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Ñuñoa, Chile, on August 30, 2026.
Photo 1 and photo 2: HCFM Chile held a special blessing for married couples under the theme, “I Still Love You as I Did in the Beginning.” The event focused on strengthening marital and family love and advocating for family values. Couples received prayer materials and learned more about the mission of Holy Cross Family Ministries in Chile and around the world.
Peru- Arequipa
Talk for Parents and Children on Family Prayer – Yanahuara, Arequipa, Peru: On July 19, 2026, a talk for parents and children on family prayer was held at San Juan Bautista de Yanahuara Parish in Arequipa as part of Focus Area 05.
“Mary’s Garden” Children’s Group – Yanahuara, Arequipa, Peru: The “Mary’s Garden” Children’s Group of the Family Rosary Apostolate gathers every Saturday at Saint John the Baptist Parish in Yanahuara, Arequipa, as part of Focus Area 06.
Prayer Crusade During HCFM Team Visit – Congata, Arequipa, Peru: On August 24, 2026, a Prayer Crusade and recitation of the Rosary was held at Santiago Ramón y Cajal School in Congata, marking the visit of Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., and members of the HCFM team to the Arequipa Ministry Center.
Peru- Lima
Prayer at the Saint Rose of Lima Convent – Lima, Peru: On August 28, 2026, the Family Rosary Peru team in Lima joined more than 30 members of the Archbishopric of Lima in prayer at the Saint Rose of Lima Convent in preparation for the feast of Saint Rose of Lima. The group prayed beside the Well in the garden and placed letters containing prayer intentions and requests from friends and collaborators on the Well, following a tradition in Peru.
Meeting of C.S.C. Lay Collaborators – Lima, Peru: On September 12, 2026, the Family Rosary Peru team in Lima organized the annual Meeting of C.S.C. Lay Collaborators together with the Brother Andre Parish Clinic. Participants prayed the Rosary during Eucharistic Adoration and concluded the prayer by singing the Salve Regina. Enjoy the video above!
Peru- Piura
Rosary Rally with Students – La Unión, Piura, Peru: On August 23, 2026, the Family Rosary Peru team in Piura held a Rosary Rally for around 50 students at Hermanos Melendez High School during the visit of Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., Students learned how to pray the Rosary and reflected on Father Peyton’s messages, “The family that prays together stays together” and “A world at prayer is a world at peace.” The group prayed the Joyful Mysteries, followed by inspirational messages from Fr. Fred Jenga, Mariano Pimentel Jr., and Timothy Casey.
Enjoy the highlights video!
Iris Manucci, the Ministry Center’s local director, taught students at Hermanos Melendez High School Father Peyton’s powerful messages: “The family that prays together stays together” and “A world at prayer is a world at peace.”
INFAM Peru
Graduation of the Santa Cruz Workshops – Patrick Peyton Center: On July 19, 2026, 100 people participated in the Graduation of the Santa Cruz Workshops, celebrating the learning and progress of babies, children, adolescents, and young people in music, sports, and crafts. Students presented artistic performances showcasing what they had learned, and participants in the music workshops received diplomas. Parents and family members joined the celebration.
Visit of Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., and His Team – Patrick Peyton Center: On August 20, 2026, HCFM President Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., Timothy Casey, and Mariano Pimentel, Jr., visited the Patrick Peyton Center to learn about its programs, projects, workshops, and services. The visit included presentations by those responsible for the different ministries, a Thanksgiving Mass, a fellowship lunch, a Choir Workshop presentation led by Professor Carlos Ramos, and a Peruvian folk dance performed by the group of older adults.
Celebrating the Day of the Elderly – Patrick Peyton Center: On August 26, 2026, 148 older adults from the chapels of El Señor de la Esperanza Parish gathered to celebrate the Day of the Elderly. The celebration began with a Thanksgiving Mass for their lives, presided over by Fr. Jim Gutierrez, C.S.C., followed by socio-emotional, memory, gymnastics, and talent activities. The gathering concluded with dancing and fellowship.
Featured Resources
CATHOLIC MOM:
Comunidad: A Community for Hispanic Catholic Parents
Over the summer, Catholic Mom launched “Comunidad,” a dedicated space for Hispanic Catholic parents. Articles and resources here will be cultivated specifically for this audience and will serve as a one-stop HCFM resources tab to support families with materials written in Spanish. Catholic Mom media editor Maria Morera Johnson, who grew up in a bilingual home in Miami, is coordinating this launch and will be attending the National Conference for Hispanic Ministers in Anaheim, California in October with Luz Torres from the HCFM staff in Easton. We are excited about this launch! It has been a long-time dream of Lisa Hendey, the founder of Catholic Mom. We are also pleased to announce that a member of our Peru team will be a regular contributor — Edgar Ramos! Ánimo! You can find Comunidad on the Catholicmom.com homepage!
DIGITAL EVANGELIZATION
New Podcast Launched
How’s Your Prayer Life? Podcast invites listeners into personal conversations with ordinary people about prayer. The podcast seeks to help others deepen their relationship with Jesus through the power of prayer, exploring myriads of devotions including of course the Rosary. Rooted in the mission of Holy Cross Family Ministries, the podcast offers practical encouragement, faith-filled insights, and relatable conversations to help people grow in their personal prayer lives and nurture a culture of prayer for themselves and within their families. Recognizing that prayer transcends cultures, languages, and borders, How’s Your Prayer Life? can serve as a resource for ministry centers seeking to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to make prayer a more meaningful part of everyday life.
The podcast is recorded live on Family Rosary’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Episodes are also available in audio format on Family Rosary’s podcast page and wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
Daily Homily Blog and Video
Looking for a weekday spiritual boost? As many of you may know, Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday (12 pm ET) at the Father Peyton Center and livestreamed on Family Rosary’s Facebook and YouTube channels. But did you know that a written reflection, along with the homily video, is also posted on Family Rosary’s blog each day? We are blessed to benefit from, and therefore wish to share, the spiritual encouragement from the Holy Cross (C.S.C.) priests who serve in North Easton, the Vice Postulator for the Cause of Venerable Patrick Peyton as well as visiting clergy from around the world. This resource is a wonderful way to nourish your own faith, encourage your ministry team, and share spiritual inspiration with families in your communities.
FAMILY THEATER PRODUCTION
Faith and Family Through Media
Family Theater Productions (FTP) is a ministry of Holy Cross Family Ministries founded by Venerable Patrick Peyton in Hollywood in 1947. For 78 years, Family Theater Productions has celebrated and uplifted the family through the power of faith and entertainment. Inspired by faith and the Catholic imagination, FPT creates authentic, compelling stories that explore our search for love, hope, and belonging. Today, FPT develops and produces heroic films for global audiences, using the power of storytelling to unlock hearts, inspire hope, and strengthen family life.
Click here or on any of the links in this section to explore the many resources Family Theater Productions has to offer.
FATHER PEYTON PRAYER GUILD:
Father Peyton Prayer Guild: Advancing the Cause of Venerable Patrick Peyton
The Father Peyton Prayer Guild brings together people who are inspired by the life, faith, and mission of Venerable Patrick Peyton. The Guild promotes devotion to Father Peyton, encourages prayer for his Beatification and Canonization, and invites people to share stories of favors and graces received through his intercession. Through prayer, spiritual resources, and opportunities to learn more about his life and legacy, the Guild helps carry forward Father Peyton’s message: “The family that prays together stays together.”
Click here to join the Father Peyton Prayer Guild and to share Father Peyton’s intercession in your life.
Saints on Their Way Festival – Maryland, USA: On September 13, 2026, HCFM team members JR Pimentel and Julie Cygawnoski shared the story and mission of Venerable Patrick Peyton at an exhibition table during the Saints on Their Way Festival at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Shrine. The annual festival highlights American men, women, and children whose causes for canonization have been opened by the Church through prayer, fellowship, public witness, and personal encounter. This marked HCFM’s first participation in the festival.
Strengthening Families Through Research and Formation
The Peyton Family Institutes are part of Holy Cross Family Ministries’ commitment to strengthening families through research, education, formation, and pastoral outreach. Inspired by the mission of Venerable Patrick Peyton, the Institutes bring together faith, scholarship, and practical ministry to deepen understanding of family life and help respond to the needs of families in different cultural contexts. Through research, training, collaboration, and family-centered programs, the Peyton Institutes help equip Church leaders, pastoral ministers, and families with knowledge and resources that support strong, faith-filled family life.
Click here or on any of the links in this section to explore all the resources Peyton Family Institutes has to offer.
Testimony
India- South Center
Bangalore, South India
A Thousand Rosaries, Ten Years and One Yes
By Deepa, Jison, and Daniel
The Rosary has been at the center of our family life for many years. During my pregnancy with our son Daniel, complications and fears weighed heavily on us. In response, my husband Jison committed to praying one thousand Rosaries for a safe pregnancy and delivery. As we entrusted our journey to Jesus and Our Blessed Mother, we experienced peace, hope, and the support of family members who prayed alongside us from India. The Rosary became the bond that united us across continents and reminded us of Father Peyton’s words: “The family that prays together stays together.”
This year, Holy Cross Family Ministries invited me to compose a song honoring Father Patrick Peyton. Although I initially felt unqualified and overwhelmed, prayer gave me the courage to say yes. As I entrusted the project to God, the lyrics and melody came together unexpectedly. Our son Daniel joined me in shaping the music, and what began as a personal challenge became a family mission.
During a visit to India, we were blessed with the opportunity to record the song. Daniel experienced his first studio recording, and together we offered the project to the Lord. Around the same time, Daniel celebrated his tenth birthday. Looking back, we were struck by the beautiful connection between the thousand Rosaries prayed before his birth and the song we completed just before he turned ten. It felt like God had brought the story full circle.
This journey deepened our trust in the power of the Rosary and reminded us that when we say yes to God, He works far beyond our abilities. We give Him all the glory and pray that this song inspires others to place their trust in Jesus and Mary.
We invite you to listen to the song in the YouTube video below and join us in celebrating this beautiful testimony of faith, family, and the power of the Rosary.
Ave Maria.
Join us in praying for the speedy Beatification and Canonization of Venerable Patrick Peyton.
VENERABLE PATRICK PEYTON
Founder, Holy Cross Family Ministries.
Dear Jesus,
Father Peyton devoted his priestly life to strengthening the families of the world by calling them to pray together every day, especially the Rosary. His message is as important for us now as it was during his life on earth.
We beg You, therefore, to hasten the day of his Beatification, so that Your faithful people everywhere will remember his message that “The Family That Prays Together Stays Together,” will imitate him in his devotion to Your Mother and ours, and will be inspired by his holy life to draw ever closer to You with childlike confidence and love. Amen.
Words of Wisdom
“The family is God’s masterpiece.”
Venerable Patrick Peyton
