Contents Really Valuable
Thank you for MAGNET. I look forward to receiving it and find the contents really valuable. Have particularly been enjoying the articles by Brother Carmel. The first article of his that caught my attention was when he shared about the ‘boys’—the mentally challenged men he was taking care of in Peru. Written with respect, humour and love, it really helps us see the inmates as individuals with their own needs, feelings and thoughts. The latest article too ‘Going Down from Jerusalem to Jericho’ gives a different insight into the Good Samaritan story and helps ponder on the story more deeply.
I also want to make mention of the Fun and More section, refreshing, enjoyable and light—just what one needs when one is taking a break. Particularly enjoy the ‘hidden words’ in pictures and the spot the differences; always brings a smile to my face!
Especially during these difficult times, we need sources of nourishment and care that MAGNET provides. Thank you!!
Pearl D’Souz
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Passing It On
Thank you for the very well done May 2020 Issue of MAGNET. The presentation is attractive, with lots of valuable materials. I love the “Heroic Sisters of 1918” HEROIC SISTERS OF 1918 (Spanish Flu).
I shall pass on the materials to all our Jesuit companions for their reading pleasure.
Fr Richard Jarain SJ
Kohima, Nagaland
Amazing
It’s such an amazing magazine and it keeps inspiring millions in India and around the globe, especially during this trying times of Cosmic Covid Crisis!
All the best to you and your efficient Team!
Fr Michael Augustine SCJ
Eluru, Andhra Pradesh
Will read every page
Greetings. Thanks for sending me MAGNET, which I will read through page by page till I reach the end… Yours is a MAGNET that attracts! Yes, as much as you enjoy doing the work, I enjoy reading it and appreciate your labour of love. CONGRATULATIONS to the new Editorial Board.
Most Rev Lumen Monteiro CSC
Bishop of Agartala, Tripura
Detailed Feedback
You have kept up the quality, content, clarity, relevance, and got excellent writers on most relevant topics. “New Tax Laws” by Fr Trevor D’Souza is significant, useful and practical. Looking forward to reading more of his articles. “Water, The Source of Life!” by Sr Theresa Phawa: Excellent article with practical suggestions. “In these Dark, Dreary Days” by Fr M A Joe Antony SJ: In few words he has given the readers much to think about. The article is thought-provoking, moving, informative and challenging. “From Religious Brother to Husband and Father” by Louis Lopez: Every way of life has its own beauty and challenges. No one can have everything. One has to sacrifice the personal freedom and space in married life in order to gain something else. In religious life one has to sacrifice the companionship, intimacy, family…. to be totally free for serving the humanity. “A Tribute to Mothers” is another touching article about an extraordinary woman, though Bro Carmel has referred to her as an ordinary woman. I am inspired by what the writer has mentioned at the end: “At this point you might have learnt………about your mother? “Service Before Self”: After reading this, I am more convinced of one thing: My life is worthwhile if it is lived for others.
I see some of our young sisters who are ever ready to get the provision from the shops, pack it and keep it ready. When the officials or the police call and say that there are some needy people waiting for food, within no time they reach it there, though there are more than fifty cases of infection just in our neighbourhood. No complaints, no grumbling, no second thought……only compassion. In this crisis situation, then best of ourselves should be gifted to the suffering humanity.
You have done the wonderful work of encouraging the religious to reach out to the needy, motivating them, appreciating them and acknowledging their service and contribution …. Thanks for being the link between all the people of good will, moving all of us to do even more. May we all consider ourselves generous only when we can say, “Less is left for us” and not in terms of how much we have given. We feel the unity, strength and family spirit among the religious as well as others.
“Commissions at different levels” also is a relevant and useful article. “Devotion to Mary”; I enjoyed reading this article. It gives much clarity about the way we honour Mary. “Aging gracefully” is another good article. I find “Dualism’s influence on Spirituality” a bit heavy. I enjoy reading Fr Jose Parappully’s writings, but I found this one too theoretical. It may be my difficulty. Hopefully the next one will have more examples and practical suggestions. The topic is interesting, so I will read it again.“Missing the Sacraments and finding new ways”: An eye-opener for those who fulfil the ‘obligation’ by attending the daily mass. We are challenged to find the God within during these lock down days. “Heroic sisters of 1918” and “Covid-9: A Realistic Look” are the other inspiring articles. They are very informative and also stir our conscience, inspire us to go out of ourselves to reach out to the needy.
Overall, it is a fantastic work. I remember the fruit salad you promised when you started MAGNET and it is really nourishing the readers. Hearty Congratulations!
Sr Marina SU
Rathnagiri, Maharashtra
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