International Community of Sint Kwinten

12/06/2026

"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest."

As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart, let the meditative Gregorian chant “Take my yoke” sung by Harpa Dei guide your prayer today. A beautiful musical reflection on the meek and humble heart of Christ.

Click below to listen

This video is part of a series featuring Gregorian chants that set ...

12/06/2026

TODAY WE CELEBRATE THE SOLEMNITY OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS

The Eucharist at Sint-Kwinten will be celebrated at 18:00, as usual. All are welcome to join us for this celebration.

Here is a brief history of how this devotion developed:
• Devotion to the Sacred Heart can be traced back to the late Middle Ages, particularly through the mystical writings of Saint Gertrude the Great.
• A feast of the Sacred Heart was first celebrated in France in 1670, under the direction of Saint John Eudes, founder of the Congregation of Jesus and Mary.
• The saint most closely associated with this devotion is Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, a Visitation nun whose visions and mystical experiences were supported by her spiritual director, Saint Claude de la Colombière.
• The liturgy for this Solemnity invites the faithful to reflect on the love and mercy of God revealed in Christ.

Prayer
Grant, we pray, almighty God,
that we, who glory in the Heart of your beloved Son
and recall the wonders of his love for us,
may be made worthy to receive
an overflowing measure of grace
from that fount of heavenly gifts.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever.

(from The Roman Missal)

08/06/2026

“He is a God who is close to us, who walks with his people, the Lord of history. He is comfort to the weak, light for families, hope for the sick and peace for those who suffer. The Christ who processes through the streets in the monstrance is the same one who identifies with the poor, the downtrodden, those who are alone and forsaken.”
– Pope Leo XIV

In the heart of Madrid, Pope Leo XIV leads Corpus Christi Sunday celebrations with over 1.2 million people participating, encouraging Spaniards "to ...

05/06/2026

This night vigil is hosted by the Catholic Charismatic Renewal group that is active in Leuven, Brussels, and Antwerp. The Charismatic Renewal is a worldwide movement within the Catholic Church focused on deepening a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit. Their gatherings bring together vibrant, joyful worship with a deep love for Scripture and the Sacraments. Everyone is warmly invited to join this special night of prayer!

04/06/2026

On this Solemnity of Corpus Christi, we invite you to pray with this beautiful rendition of "Tantum Ergo Sacramentum". Composed by St. Thomas Aquinas in the 13th century specifically for this feast, these ancient words remind us that where our human senses fail to see, faith steps in to reveal the mystery. Let this sacred music prepare our hearts to take Christ out into the world this evening.

⛪ 18:00 – Holy Mass at Sint-Kwinten's Church
🚶‍♂️ Following Mass – Solemn procession to Sint-Pieter's Church

Join us as we walk down the Naamsestraat in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, offering a joyful public witness to our faith in the Real Presence of Christ. All are welcome! 🙏✨

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03/06/2026

During his General Audience today, Pope Leo XIV encouraged the faithful around the world to participate in their local Corpus Christi processions, recalling that "In the Eucharist we contemplate Jesus, bread broken and given for each one of us.”

We invite everyone to join in our local celebration:

• 9:30 am - 4:30 pm: Eucharistic Adoration (Sint-Pieterskerk)
• 6:00 pm: Eucharist, presided by Bishop Koen Vanhoutte (Sint-Kwintenskerk)
• 7:15 pm: Corpus Christi Procession (Along Naamsestraat to Sint-Pieterskerk)
• 8:00 pm: Prayer Vigil with Adoration (Sint-Pieterskerk)

Bring your family and friends to share in this special day of faith and community.

During his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV recalled that Thursday marks the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, encouraging the faithful to keep ...

03/06/2026

This month, the Holy Father invites us to pray “for the values of sports” so we “discover in sport a universal language that brings cultures together, unites peoples, and sows respect, solidarity and personal growth.”🌍

🙏 Take a moment to pray with Pope Leo XIV. Click the link below for the video of this month's prayer.

The values expressed in sports can unite people, break down barrier...

28/05/2026

✨ CELEBRATING CORPUS CHRISTI IN LEUVEN ✨

“I pray that this Eucharistic spring may spread ever more widely to all parishes, particularly in Belgium, the homeland of Saint Juliana.”
— Pope Benedict XVI (17 November 2010)

Did you know that the worldwide Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) has Belgian roots? We owe this beautiful solemnity to Saint Juliana of Cornillon (1192–1258), an Augustinian sister from Liège.

🌕 The Visions: From 1209, Juliana saw visions of a full moon with a black spot. She interpreted this as a missing feast in the liturgical calendar to honor the Eucharist.
🙏 Eucharistic Devotion: She dedicated her life to the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
⛪ Establishing the Feast: In 1246, she convinced the Bishop of Liège to start a local feast. Later, Jacques Pantaléon de Troyes—whom Juliana had known whilst he served as archdeacon in Liège—became Pope Urban IV and established Corpus Christi for the universal Church in 1264.

Join us as we carry on this beautiful tradition right here in Leuven!

📅 Thursday, 4 June 2026
📍 Program:
• 9:30 am - 4:30 pm: Eucharistic Adoration (Sint-Pieterskerk)
• 6:00 pm: Eucharist, presided by Bishop Koen Vanhoutte (Sint-Kwintenskerk)
• 7:15 pm: Corpus Christi Procession (Along Naamsestraat to Sint-Pieterskerk)
• 8:00 pm: Prayer Vigil with Adoration (Sint-Pieterskerk)

Everyone is warmly welcome! Bring your family and friends to share in this special day of faith and community. 🕊️✨

25/05/2026

24/05/2026

Today we joyfully celebrate the Solemnity of Pentecost, marking the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and Mary, and the birth of Christ’s Church.

Pentecost reminds us that God’s Spirit moves within human hearts. Where fear and division prevail, the Spirit brings courage, unity, and hope. How greatly we stand in need of that same Spirit today, within our families, our faith communities, and the wider world.

We wish you and your loved ones a truly blessed and grace-filled Solemnity of Pentecost! 🔥

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