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After a period of reform, the House Education & Spirituality San José de Cartagena reopen its doors to offer everyone who wants a meeting with the Lord.
The opening and blessing took place this morning in a ceremony which was attended by the Bishop of the Diocese, Bishop José Manuel Lorca Planes, the mayor of Cartagena, Pilar Barreiro Ms, the General Vicar, D.
Juan Tudela, the Vicar of Cartagena, D.
José Abellán, the Director of the Center, D.
Francisco Montesinos, as well as other authorities, priests and faithful.
Among them were several members of the Society of Jesus, who is responsible for the care and custody of the House.
D.
Francisco Montesinos has expressed his delight at the reopening of "second home", where he has conducted numerous retreats, retreats and meetings for years.
The Director of Coto Dorda noted that the House "is now more necessary than ever" to "the great crisis of values in our society, the emptiness, coldness and disappointment that exists in people" and for " lack of commitment to participate in building a better society. "
Among other causes, has also stressed "the pressure of the media and secular environment" and the need to "make good militants are present in society and grow the Church."
He has also stated that increased communication between parishes, ecclesial movements and schools to "encourage and enhance meeting, retreats and retreats and invited to participate" in the activities of Christian formation and renewal are organized here. "
"From this house, we offer Spiritual Exercises, Training Courses, Conferences of preparation for Confirmation ..." - he noted.
"Here, Mr. Bishop, our diocese in Cartagena, a decent house to announce the Gospel in the style of meetings with the Lord.
Montesinos thanked the cooperation of the Diocese, Foundation Restoy - Zamora and Zamora's family and all those who made possible the restoration of this Centre.
Likewise, Bishop wanted to express its appreciation to the participation and responsiveness that has been in this project.
Plans Lorca Bishop acknowledged the dedication and efforts of D.
Francisco Montesinos, indicating that it has always been "a model priest," a "cornerstone of the life of the Church of Cartagena."
In turn, thanked the work of the Society of Jesus, telling them that they "will be the host image," "are persons who believe in the Lord and that you have dedicated your life to Christ, God bless you." Montesinos has also expressed his satisfaction with the work of Lay, telling the media delivery with working and have always shown affection to the people of the house.
In addition to the Chapel which is located at the entrance, the Centre has 19 double rooms and five single rooms, all with bathrooms.
It also has several lounges, dining room and kitchen.
However, these facilities are equipped for the cold and heat.
Recalling the words of St. Ignatius, the bishop has stated that this house of spirituality was to make "a stop on the way."
"Rethinking life, rethink and get ahead of God, become a better person and better Christian" - he assured.
Source: Obispado de Cartagena
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