Election of the New Superior General of the Congregation of the Missionaries of the Sacred Hearts

The Congregation of the Missionaries of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (M.SS.CC.) is a male religious institute of pontifical right, founded in 1833 in Secondigliano by Saint Gaetano Errico.

The Congregation is active in various parts of the world, including Italy, Argentina, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Slovakia, and the United States. Its mission focuses on promoting devotion to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, priestly ministry, both domestic and foreign missions (ad gentes), spiritual retreats, and youth oratories.

The 19th General Chapter, titled "Rooted in the Sacred Hearts: Proclaiming God's Mercy in a Changing World", was held from March 2 to 15, 2025, at the Passionist Retreat House in Rome.

During the General Chapter, the Congregation of the Missionaries of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary elected Father Sebastian Dias as the new Superior General of the Institute.

Together with him, the new General Council was elected, entrusted with the shared responsibility of the spiritual and organizational leadership of the Congregation in the coming years:

• Geoffrey Obina (Nigeria) – Vicar General

• Joby George (India) – Councillor

• Luigi Arena (Italy) – Councillor

• Panipitchai Sylvester (India) – Councillor

• Salestinus Bani (Indonesia) – Councillor