A new way of Being Church: CAPS & ‘The Passionists’

A new way of Being Church: CAPS & ‘The Passionists’

Dr Vincent Manning

The Community of the Passion is a dispersed community of women and men finding together a new way of being ‘Passionist’ in this country. Inspired by the example of Jesus in His Passion, each member is committed to action and practical solidarity with and for ‘the crucified of today’ in their daily lives. Drawing from the traditions of and supported by the religious order ‘The Passionists’ who first came to England in the 19th century, this new way of being Passionist was also inspired by PLWH in the CAPS’ Positive Faith ministry.

Many CAPS members contribute to the life and development of this new expression of the Passionist vocation. Through community meetings our members are supported in and deepen their own faith. As importantly, through sharing their experience with others, CAPS members and PLWH with faith inspire and encourage our sisters and brothers in the wider Passionist ‘family’. CAPS is also a member of the ‘Passionist Partners Group’ of charities. We remain very grateful to the financial and spiritual support provided by the Congregation of the Passion (the religious order).