 From July 11th to 13th, 2025, Ireland hosted its first-ever Saint Sharbel Catholic Conference in Meigh, Co. Armagh—a landmark event that brought together the faithful for three days of deep spiritual renewal. This historic gathering invited attendees to experience the beauty of Maronite spirituality, rooted in the Syriac Christian tradition and the holy witness of Saint Sharbel Makhlouf.
Raymond Nader's address was a highlight of the conference's second day, Founder of the Family of Saint Sharbel, who joined the conference via Zoom. His powerful talk reflected over 30 years of devotion to Saint Sharbel and offered spiritual insight into the Saint’s message. The full talk is available below. The conference was organized by the Family of Saint Sharbel Ireland (FSS IE), a Catholic lay movement committed to deepening devotion to Saint Sharbel across Ireland and the UK.
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A Future Shrine to Saint Sharbel at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, Wisconsin7/28/2025  On July 18th, 2025, at the invitation of His Eminence Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, Mr. Raymond Nader, President of the Family of Saint Sharbel, visited the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to explore the possibility of establishing a Shrine to Saint Sharbel on its grounds.
Following the tour, the delegation met to discuss details of the initiative. During the meeting, Mr. Nader presented two special gifts to Cardinal Burke: a hand-painted icon of Saint Sharbel and a first-class relic of the saint preserved in a cedar-shaped reliquary. The atmosphere was marked by warmth and shared vision with hope that the Shrine to Saint Sharbel may be consecrated and opened by July 2026.
Founded by then-Bishop Burke, the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe serves as a place of pilgrimage and prayer, especially for those who suffer in body and soul. Dedicated to evangelization through Our Lady, it stands as a spiritual haven for the faithful—soon to be further enriched, God willing, by the witness of Saint Sharbel.
On July 21st, 2025, Mr. Raymond Nader, President of the Family of Saint Sharbel, delivered a moving talk at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Alexandria, Virginia. The event began with a reception, continued with Mr. Nader's account of his testimony, and concluded with a Q&A session with attendees.
In his talk, Mr. Nader shared the story of his encounter with Saint Sharbel, which transformed his life and mission. He reflected on key moments of suffering and grace, highlighting Saint Sharbel’s life of sacrifice, love, and union with Christ in the Eucharist. Mr. Nader emphasized that each of us is called to sainthood and eternal life with God. He concluded with a heartfelt message: through the Holy Bible, the Eucharist, and Our Blessed Lady, we can walk toward our true home in the Kingdom of God. The event left many deeply moved and renewed in faith.  On July 13th, 2025, Mr. Raymond Nader, President of the Family of Saint Sharbel, delivered an inspiring talk at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church in Potomac Falls, VA. The event began with a warm reception followed by Mr. Nader’s testimony and Q&A session.
Mr. Nader also recounted his own profound spiritual encounter with Saint Sharbel, marked by mystical experiences and a call to spread the Gospel. His message centered on three pillars for Christian living: Holy Scripture, the Eucharist, and the Blessed Virgin Mary—a path, he said, that surely leads home. Watch the video for the full talk. 00:00 Opening Prayer 00:35 Mr. Nader's Talk 56:04 Q&A Session Raymond Nader Speaks of Saint Sharbel at Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Washington, D.C., July 20257/26/2025  On July 20th, 2025, the Family of Saint Sharbel USA joined the Lebanese community at Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Washington, D.C. for Holy Mass on the occasion of Saint Sharbel's Feast Day. The Mass was celebrated by Monsignor Peter Azar, and was followed by a special talk given by Mr. Raymond Nader, President of the Family of Saint Sharbel. Mr. Nader’s talk, delivered mostly in Arabic, offered a moving reflection on the life of Saint Sharbel. Using the language of investment and economy as a metaphor, he encouraged the faithful to consider their lives as capital entrusted by God. Saint Sharbel, he explained, made a radical spiritual “investment” by offering his life entirely to God—materially poor, but spiritually rich. Drawing from personal experience and years of spiritual companionship with Saint Sharbel, Mr. Nader reminded all that true holiness is possible, and that each person is called to become a saint. The event ended in an atmosphere of peace, inspiration, and renewed spiritual commitment. |
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