Birthday of Our Son Marcelo – 50 Years
Marcelo has been the son of our Founder, Antônio, for 35 years. He was the first to live not only in the small house that initi ally became our community but also the first to be “gestated” in the heart of “Tônio.”
Valentin Silveira’s First Communion: A Significant Moment for the Jesus Menino Community
At the last gathering of the 2024 Vocational Experience, the Jesus Menino Community joyfully celebrated the First Communion of Valentin Silveira, son of Fábio Silveira, who is a member of our Community.
Vocational Experience 2024: Living the Charism of the Holy Family of Nazareth
The 2024 Vocational Experience of the Jesus Menino Community was a deeply enriching event that provided a profound encounter with the charism of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Held at the community itself, the gathering was led by Father Thomaz, spiritual director of CCJM and current Diocesan Chancellor of Petrópolis, alongside Tônio, the founder of […]
A New Son in Christ: João Pedro’s Baptism
Last week, the Jesus Menino Community celebrated a very special moment: the baptism of João Pedro, the newest son of Antônio and the Community, only 2 years and 5 months old. João Pedro was welcomed in a ceremony full of love and faith, with his godparents, Rafaela and Gustavo, the Community’s longest-serving volunteers, who have […]
Men’s Emaús Encounter: A Weekend of Faith and Family Unity
This weekend, our Family Mission participated in the Men’s Emaús Encounter, held at the welcoming Sítio Secretário, part of the Diocese of Petrópolis. It was a special moment of unity, reflection, and spiritual growth, where participants renewed their faith and strengthened family bonds. This gathering reinforces our mission’s commitment to promoting experiences that bring families […]
Jesus Child in Portugal
Today, with deep gratitude and a bittersweet sense of farewell, our Jesus Menino family – Renata, Fabinho, and Geanna – have departed for Portugal to establish the Jesus Menino Catholic Community in Vila Real. With open hearts and lives dedicated to this mission, they embrace the call to defend and cherish life, carrying our community’s […]
The Carmelite Sisters of Sete Lagoas, MG, welcomed our children to celebrate Pedro’s 24th birthday.
Today is a special day of thanksgiving, filled with gratitude to God and to both Theresas of Jesus for their care and affection for our children. The Jesus Menino community sincerely thanks the Carmelite Sisters of Sete Lagoas for their warm reception of Pedro and Alex in this meaningful celebration. May the zeal and love […]
Jesus Menino Community Featured in German Newspaper Die Tagespost
The mission of the Jesus Menino Community, founded over 30 years ago by Antônio Carlos Tavares de Mello – known as Tônio – was recently highlighted in the respected German newspaper Die Tagespost. The article details Tônio’s journey and his dedication to children with severe disabilities, many of whom survived abortion attempts. On a tour […]