Latin America
Close to the people: Oblates in Port-au-Prince
The entire Charismatic family stands in solidarity with the Oblates and the Church in Haiti as we witness the grave crisis unfolding in Haiti, compounded by recent violent episodes. Our hearts go out to the Haitian population, and we hold them close in our thoughts and prayers during this challenging time.
Latin American Bursars Convene with Office of the General Treasurer
From February 12 to 16, Latin American bursars convened for a training workshop in São Paulo, Brazil. The attendees comprised treasurers from Paraguay, Argentina, Cuba, Mexico, Chile, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, and Peru, under the leadership of Fr. Charles RENSBURG, OMI, the General Treasurer of the Congregation.
Haiti: Days of great Violence and Uncertainty
Haiti continues to experience days of great violence and uncertainty. Armed groups and violent gangs have taken over Port-au-Prince, throwing the city into chaos and fear. This constant threat has created an oppressive atmosphere, where safety is elusive and daily life is disrupted by unchecked violence.
My First Weeks on Mission in Cuba
On January 25th in the early morning, I embarked on my voyage to Cuba. This was the start of my missionary experience. As Oblates we are obliged by our norms of formation to live a certain period of our time in first formation in a culture that is not our own. This experience is to prepare missionaries in order to minister better to people. Living in a culture that is foreign to the one that you know helps you later to be more understanding of people and better equipped to pastor to the flock of faithful.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Centenary Celebration: Catholic Presence in the Chaco Region
On December 23, 1925, a group of five German Oblates made their way to the Chaco, a region that was then considered a part of Bolivia.
Mexico: “La Guadalupana descended to Tepeyac hill”
“From the heavens on a beautiful morning, La Guadalupana, La Guadalupana, La Guadalupana descended to Tepeyac hill.” This refrain echoes through the streets of Mexico during the festive celebration of Santa María de Guadalupe, a joyous occasion that pays homage to the Brown Virgin or “La Morenita.”
Paraguay: Bishop Wilhelm Guillermo STECKLING, OMI, Resigns
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the Diocese of Ciudad del Este (Paraguay) presented by His Excellency Monsignor Heinz Wilhelm Steckling, O.M.I., former Superior General of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate (1998 – 2010)
Brazil: Christ is alive! The Joy of the Youth!
Recently, Christ Redeemer Parish, an Oblate mission in the vibrant city of Recife, the capital of Pernambuco in Brazil, celebrated the feast of the Immaculate Conception.