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Letter of the Superior General on the 198th Anniversary of the Papal Approbation of the Constitutions and Rules
Dear Oblates and members of our charismatic family. In two years, God willing, we will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of the pontifical approval of the Constitutions and Rules and the Congregation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, just after living the Jubilee of 2025.
Mexico: Aligning with the Church and the Congregation
Inspired by C. 35, “To put ourselves increasingly at the service of God in his people…” the Oblates of the Province of Mexico, gathered from February 5th to 9th in Tepoztlán, Morelos, Mexico.
IRS Community Visits The Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments
Have you ever wondered who’s behind the scenes ensuring the rich tapestry of Catholic liturgical life remains vibrant and authentic? Well, on Tuesday morning, February 13, 2024, we stepped into the world of The Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, or Dicasterium de Cultu Divino et Disciplina Sacramentorum in Latin.
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.
Rt. Rev. Luis Alberto HUAMÁN CAMAYO, OMI, Appointed Archbishop
The Holy Father has appointed Bishop Luis Alberto HUAMÁN CAMAYO, O.M.I., as metropolitan archbishop of the Archdiocese of Huancayo, Peru, transferring him from the titular see of Tepelta and the office of auxiliary bishop of the same archdiocese.
Superior General’s Upcoming Pilgrimages
Dear Oblates and members of our beloved charismatic family, I am excited to announce my forthcoming travels, during which I will have the privilege of connecting with various Oblate communities and experiencing significant moments of our Oblate family.
Jaffna: Fr. Ramesh OMI Advocate for Social Justice and Human Rights
In a ceremony at the International Center for Human Rights Protection (IHRM) in Colombo Bandaranaike International Conference Hall on January 14, 2024, Fr. Ramesh OMI was honored for his remarkable efforts.
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!”
Laity: The Heroes of the Heroes
In the annals of missionary life, the spotlight often shines on the courageous deeds of missionaries braving adversity to spread the Gospel. Yet, behind every missionary’s tale of heroism lies a lesser-known narrative – the support and inspiration provided by the local laity.
Former Oblate, Justice and Peace Leader, Dies
J. Paul Martin, an Oblate priest for six years and Justice and Peace world leader for over 50 years, died at age 87 on Jan. 7, 2024, in New York City, USA, from pneumonia complicated by covid. Although his first name was Joseph, he never used it.
Calling all Oblates in First Formation!
To commemorate the approbation of our Constitutions and Rule, February 17th, the Roman International Scholasticate community (IRS) is organizing an event that will, virtually via Zoom, bring together all the Oblates in First Formation, on February 16th, 2024, at 15:00 CET/Rome time, promising nothing short of a profoundly enriching and transformative experience.
BOLPER: Suppression of the Oblate Mission in Puerto Rico
On January 9, 2024, the Superior General Father Luis Ignacio ROIS ALONSO, OMI, with the consent of his Council, officially suppressed the Mission of Puerto Rico from the BOLPER Delegation.