Africa - Madagascar

Africa - Madagascar

Joint Session Daily Report

The Africa-Madagascar Regional Joint Session began on a spiritual tone, as Archbishop Benjamin Ndiaye of Dakar presided over the opening mass and Father General delivered an inspiring homily.

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Africa - Madagascar

Senegal: Homily of the Superior General for the Opening of the Joint Session

We give thanks to God who has called together today in Dakar all the Superiors of the Units of the Region of Africa Madagascar together with the central government. Our whole charismatic family is praying for us and joins us in our common pilgrimage to sow hope among the poorest and to build communion in the Church and in the world.

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Africa - Madagascar

Africa welcomes the Central Government of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate

The Superior General, Fr. Luis Ignacio ROIS ALONSO, OMI, and the members of the Central Government are visiting various Oblate Units in the Africa-Madagascar Region (AMR). After their visits, they will travel to Senegal to join the Major Superiors and Mission Superiors of Africa for the Joint Session. The session will take place from March 18 to 24, 2024 in Dakar.

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Africa - Madagascar

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.

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Africa - Madagascar

Botswana: Charismatic Family Celebrations

The Botswana Mission of Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) joined the whole world to celebrate the Oblates Day – marking the 198th Anniversary of the Papal Approval of the Constitution and Rules of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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Africa - Madagascar

Beacons of Hope: Young Oblates take the lead

The members of the Central Government are currently on pilgrimage, visiting various Oblate Units within the Africa-Madagascar region. Kapena SHIMBOME, General Councillor for the Region, spent the past two weeks in Senegal, he shares with us how young Oblates are at the forefront of the Delegation’s mission, serving as beacons of hope for the poor and most abandoned.

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Africa - Madagascar

Honoring Faith and Tradition: Oblates in Zimbabwe

On February 17, 1826, Pope Leo XII granted approval to the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, a significant decision that not only confirmed our way of life, but also assigned us an important role within the Church and filled our hearts with deep gratitude and joy.

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Africa - Madagascar

But what are the Oblates doing in the Sahara?

Fabio CIARDI, Director of the General Service for Oblate Studies is currently visiting the Oblate community in the Sahara, he preached a retreat for the local community, and he shared with us his rich experience of being in the Sahara.

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Africa - Madagascar

Pastoral Ethics: Young Oblates in Congo Share their Experiences

The Oblate Province of Congo organized an ongoing formation session for Young Oblates. The session aimed at empowering Young Oblates to respond effectively to contemporary missionary challenges in their missionary context. The session took place from February 5 to 8.

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Africa - Madagascar

RIP: Scholastic, Bro. Collins MASINDE, OMI

With a heavy heart, we convey the tragic news that unfolded today, January 12, at the start of the annual retreat for the Oblate Scholastics at the Capuchin Convent in Melville, South Africa.

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Africa - Madagascar

Building Dreams: Sacré-Cœur Catholic School in Léré, Chad

The history of Sacré-Cœur Catholic School in Léré, Chad, is a testament to faith, hope, and charity; a journey from sadness to joy.

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Africa - Madagascar

Zambia: Following Christ the First Pilgrim and Missionary

Zambia celebrates 40 years of Oblate presence (1984 -2024). The delegation gathered for their annual Delegation Assembly and the launching of the Ruby anniversary.

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