Asia - Oceania Joyful Welcome to Superior General Fr. Luis Ignacio Rois Alonso in Vietnam
In a spirit of joy and fraternal communion, at 1:05 p.m. local time in Vietnam, 7:05 a.m. in Rome, the Oblates of Vietnam gathered at Tan Son Nhat Airport to welcome the Superior General, Fr. Luis Ignacio Rois Alonso.
Asia - Oceania The Superior General Visits the Oblate Missions in Vietnam
From 14 to 24 November, the charismatic family in Vietnam welcomes the Superior General for a pastoral visit to its vibrant and growing missions.
OMI World A Visit from the Apostoliques of Mary Immaculate
On Friday, 7 November, the General House welcomed Sr. Marie-Paule Trichereau, Superior General of the Apostoliques de Marie Immaculée, who was accompanied by two Sisters during her visit to our Superior General.
OMI World Pope Leo XIV to Hold Private Audience with Oblates for 200th Anniversary
The Superior General of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate is pleased to announce that Pope Leo XIV will hold a private audience with the Congregation on Saturday, February 21, 2026, to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Papal Approbation of our Constitutions and Rules.
OMI World Superior General: “Let us not be Afraid to be Saints!”
On the occasion of the Solemnity of All Saints, the Superior General presided over the Eucharistic celebration at the General House, marking the conclusion of the Orientation Session for the Major Superiors. Below is his inspiring homily, delivered during the celebration.
OMI World A Moment of Grace at the Vatican
During the General Audience on Wednesday, October 29, the Superior General of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate, Fr. Luis Ignacio ROIS ALONSO, OMI, had the joy of meeting His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.
OMI World Faith and Mission Renewed at St. Peter’s Tomb
On Tuesday, October 28, the Superior General led the Major Superiors on a pilgrimage to St. Peter’s tomb in the Vatican Basilica. They celebrated the Eucharist on the feast of Saints Simon and Jude, apostles and early witnesses of faith. The basilica, built on the relics of St. Peter, recalls his martyrdom and confession of Christ. Here is the homily delivered by the Superior General during the pilgrimage.
OMI World Renewing Our Missionary Vocation
As we approach the 200th anniversary of our pontifical approval, we may soon be present in three new countries: Ecuador, Mozambique, and Rodrigues Island. What a beautiful sign of hope!
General Administration Superior General to the Scholastics: “Becoming Another Christ in the Year of Hope”
The International Roman Scholasticate Community joyfully opened the 2025–2026 academic year in a spirit of unity and gratitude.
Asia - Oceania Superior General: “The InterChapter Has Ended, and Now What?”
On Saturday, August 30th, at the InterChapter, the Superior General offered his closing comments. With gratitude and vision, he encouraged us to carry forward the grace received during these days of communion and discernment. His words were both a reflection and a call to action, grounded in love, mission, and hope. We share his message here, offered as an inspiration for the journey ahead.
General Administration Pilgrims of Hope in Communion: A Message to Oblates in Haiti and Ukraine
On August 22 the Superior General addressed two heartfelt letters to the Oblates of Haiti and Ukraine, offering encouragement and solidarity in their suffering.
General Administration Stay Connected: Engaging with the Inter-Chapter Process
On Aug 18 the InterChapter begins and the Superior General invites all Vowed Oblates and members of the Charismatic family to remain informed and fully engaged in the InterChapter deliberations.
