Europe Crossing Borders: Foreign Missionaries Symposium in Nikolauskloster
As the Church in Europe changes, 28 foreign-born Oblates currently serving across Europe have gathered at Nikolauskloster, Germany, to process the reality of ministering in a culture not their own.
Europe European Missionary Commission Meets at the General House in Rome
From November 11 to 14, the European Missionary Commission met at the General House in Rome.
Europe Fr. Andrei YUKHNEVICH, OMI, Released after Long Imprisonment in Belarus
On November 20, 2025, Fr. Andrei Yukhnevich, OMI, was released from a prison in Belarus after more than eighteen months of detention. Arrested in May 2024 and later sentenced in April 2025 to thirteen years, his release marks an important moment for the Church in the country.
Europe European Commission for Youth and Vocations Meets in Paris
The European Commission for Youth and Vocations gathered for its annual meeting, this year in Paris.
Europe Poland: “Benemerenti” Medals Awarded to misyjne.pl, Mission School & Bishop Krótki, OMI
For the ninth time, the Commission for Missions of the Polish Bishops’ Conference has awarded the “Benemerenti in Opere Evangelizationis” medals to individuals and institutions for outstanding service to the missionary cause.
Europe Poland: New Provincial Councillors
On October 7, 2025, the Superior General with the unanimous consent of the Council, appointed, Fr. Jamrozy KRZYSZTOF, Fr. Tomys PAWEL, Fr. Dybata DAMIAN, Fr. Krauze LUKASZ, Bro. Rup ANDRZEJ
Fr. Trocinski KRZYSZTOF as Provincial Councillors, Poland.
Europe 2025 Annual Retreat of the Oblate Scholasticates of Rome
The two Oblate scholasticates in Rome, Via Aurelia (IRS) and Vermicino, held their annual retreat from September 15 to 20 under the theme “Missionaries of Hope.”
OMI World Poland: New Provincial Superior
On September 15, 2025, the Superior General with the unanimous consent of the Council, appointed Fr. Wojciech POPIELEWSKI as Superior, Poland
for a first term of three years.
Europe Mission with Youth: Updates from Youth Community in Fulda
Over the past months, the youth community in Fulda, Germany, has experienced a time filled with life and hope. Whether traveling together, gathering for prayer, or celebrating important moments, young people have been present and engaged. Their participation has brought new strength to our faith and joy to our community.
Europe Living as Witnesses in Western Sahara
To live as witnesses, passing on freely what others before us have lived, this is the strength of the Oblate community in the Western Sahara.
Europe Kyiv: Supreme Court Orders Return of St. Nicholas Church
After years of legal setbacks and public appeals, the Supreme Court of Ukraine has confirmed the return of St. Nicholas Church to its original parish community. The ruling ends a prolonged dispute between the Catholic parish and the Ministry of Culture.
Europe Life, Joy, God: Festival of Life 2025 Kokotek
Young people often wonder whether following Jesus means giving up who they are. In a small town in Poland, over a thousand young Catholics came together to remind each other that in following Jesus, you find your true self. Through worship, friendship, and real conversations, the Festival of Life in Kokotek reminded young people that they are not alone, and they’re not crazy for wanting more.
