Detroit-Toronto Education and inclusion

During the Jubilee of Consecrated Life, celebrated in Rome from 8 to 12 October 2025 in the Paul VI Hall, several inter-congregational projects were presented: stories of service, care, and fraternity born from the desire to live the Gospel together. These experiences show that shared mission is not simply an example to admire, but a path to follow. 

This journey of collaboration and communion reveals how it is possible to respond more effectively to the needs of our time when we work together: charisms are strengthened, and the response of consecrated life becomes more fruitful and meaningful.

This project promotes initiatives that foster dialogue, reconciliation, and peace. In its daily simplicity, it shows how fraternity is learned by living it: opening doors, building bridges, and discovering in others the reflection of God’s love that unites all peoples.

CONTEXT

Founded in France in 1822, the Basilians live their mission through Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. In collaboration with others, they serve the poor, protect creation, and build universal brotherhood by putting the Gospel into action.

MISSION

To form minds and hearts for service, leadership, and stewardship of creation, especially among youth and newcomers.

KEY POINTS

Since 2008, co-sponsor of Detroit Cristo Rey High School (USA), supporting 300+ low-income students annually, with a 100% college acceptance rate.

Sustainability and service-learning programs prepare students as ethical leaders and stewards of creation.

In Toronto, co-founders of Becoming Neighbours, which has matched 1,200+ refugees and newcomers with mentors from 19 congregations, providing ESL, accompaniment, and advocacy.

PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS

·  Congregation of St. Basil

·  Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

·  19 religious congregations (Becoming Neighbours – Toronto)