Cor Unum
Our future depends on our ability to make wise decisions
In light of all that we have heard and experienced recently, we are at a crossroads with a decision to make. What choice will we make?
Ongoing Formation: A Daily Conversion to the Gospel
Fr. Luis Ignacio ROIS ALONSO, OMI, Superior General of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, shared his vision for ongoing formation during a February 2024 meeting with the General Committee for Formation in Rome. He emphasized that “Ongoing formation is a daily conversion to the Gospel.
Being Grateful Messengers of God’s Mercy
As every year in the second Easter Sunday, we celebrate the “Divine Mercy Sunday.” The message of this day is a proclamation and at the same time an invitation.
Encountering the Risen Lord
The “Salubong” or “Encuentro” is a religious tradition in the Philippines which is the re-enactment of encounter between the risen Lord Jesus and his grieving Mother. It is held early dawn every Easter Sunday. People would really wake up early to join the procession and the “salubong” in a designated place usually a crossroad.
Embracing Creative Change Through Deeper Commitment
Declaring the YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE from 30th November 2014 to 2nd February 2016, Pope Francis shared insightful reflections: “Every consecrated person is a gift for the People of God on a journey.
The Kingdom of God is Within Us
Why doesn’t humanity’s story, despite its dark chapters, fade into oblivion? Despite past and present wars, unyielding violence, and the pervasive injustices plaguing societies, why do visions of peaceful coexistence and solidarity endure? And why, despite ecological disasters caused by nature’s exploitation, do we pursue a greener future for our planet?
Unity in Diversity: Lessons from Africa-Madagascar
The Central Government and the Major Superiors of the Africa-Madagascar region will hold their joint session in Dakar, Senegal, from March 18 to 23.
The World Needs Healing!
Christ went through the pain to attain our healing and redemption. Amid this Lent in 2024, there is so much needless pain in the world. As pilgrims of hope in the world, we cannot be oblivious to the plight of so many who experiencing pain: victims of man-made conflicts in Gaza, DR Congo, Ukraine, Haiti, Myanmar, Nigeria, etc. The world needs healing! Wars are causing so much pain. Let us all bring this suffering of the redeemed, to the ‘wounded healer’.
OIP launches a Net Zero Climate Transition Portfolio
In 2024, the OIP Investment Trust unveiled a new initiative: a net-zero climate transition portfolio to reduce carbon emissions across industries.
Celebrations of Oblate History and Charism
These past few days commemorating the 198th anniversary of the Papal Approval of our Constitutions and Rules have been filled with celebrations of Oblate history and charism.
A Spiritual Pilgrimage
As Lent begins this week, we enter a sacred period of spiritual renewal. Through prayer, fasting, and acts of charity, we ready ourselves for the Easter celebration.
Plenary Session, Closing Celebration
The Eucharistic celebration, marking the conclusion of the 5-week-long Plenary Session, was presided by Fr. Chicho, the Superior General. Brother Noel, Secretary General, delivered a touching reflection inspired by the Gospel story of the miraculous healing of a man with hearing and speech impediments. His message centered on “the three invitations: To focus, to listen, and to ponder!”