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The Heralds of the Gospel is an International Association of Pontifical Right, the first established by the Holy See in the third millennium, on the liturgical feast of the Chair of St. Peter, February 22nd, 2001.
Comprised mainly of young people, this Association is established in 57 countries. Its members practice celibacy, and are entirely dedicated to apostolate, living in separate houses designated for young men and young women.Their life of recollection, study and prayer alternates with evangelizing activities in dioceses and parishes, with special emphasis placed on the formation of youth.
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Three essential pillars: The spirituality of the Heralds is based on three essential points: The Eucharist, Mary and the Pope.
These points are represented in the emblem that distinguishes them.
Their charism leads them to strive for perfection, while always searching for the pulchritude in all their daily actions, even in the most private ones. |
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Seeing in culture and art efficacious tools of evangelization, the Heralds characteristically place special emphasis on both choral and instrumental music.
Hence, the Heralds have formed various choirs and symphonic bands to bring their message of faith, incentive and confidence to today’s humanity.
The principal musical ensemble of these neo-evangelizers – the International Choir and Symphonic Band – was started in São Paulo with members united from diverse nations.
This musical ensemble has traveled numerous cities, states, countries and continents, giving presentations in churches, auditoriums and stadiums full of people thirsting for beauty and spirituality. |
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…Song, Conversation and Prayer…The origin of the Heralds of the Gospel dates back to the ’50s when a group of youths gathered to sing, converse and pray.
Three names worthy of special mention among its founders
Fr. John Scognamiglio Clá Dias, current General President, founder of numerous youth groups, profoundly versed in philosophy and theology and lover of music;
Fr. Pedro Paulo de Figueiredo, current General Counselor, guide of souls and experienced animator of church groups;
Dr. Carlos Alberto Soares Corrêa, current General Secretary, lecturer and historian.
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