The Congregation Celebrates It’s 202nd Birthday – Toronto, ON.

Ilya Kovalevskiy • November 21, 2024

Today we celebrate our 202nd birthday! The General Council reflects on our Congregation’s history and reminds us that sometimes, getting older isn’t a bad thing.

We sincerely thank everyone for their warm wishes. We are truly fortunate to be part of such diverse communities worldwide, united in supporting our mission of Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. We keep you in our prayers and thank God for the opportunity to celebrate another year with you all.

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Ilya Kovalevskiy is the Communications Coordinator for the Basilians, managing digital strategy, content development, and public outreach. He crafts compelling narratives that highlight the Basilians’ mission in education, ministry, and service.