November 18, 2021 November 17, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Oblate Communities
Father Peter Grover shares a message about returning to Mass this Advent season after a period of absence to keep your promises to God and strengthen your faith.
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October 29, 2021 October 28, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Oblate Communities
After a life of service, caring for elder Oblates and the retired religious honors their extraordinary dedication. Get to know them and how to help.
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October 19, 2021 October 12, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Spiritual Guidance
With all of life’s challenges, it’s important to find ways of dealing with discouragement. Learn how to lean on your relationship with Jesus Christ.
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September 27, 2021 October 19, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Pray With Us
The EXAMEN can bring consistency to your spiritual life. In this post, Fr. William Brown, OMV, explores the EXAMEN with tips on how to make it a daily practice.
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August 5, 2021 August 2, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Spiritual Guidance
We honor St. Maximilian Kolbe on August 14 each year. Learn more about the saint, including two ways to celebrate his feast day this year.
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July 12, 2021 July 8, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Pray With Us
Learn about how we answer prayer requests submitted through our website, including insights from the seminarian who manages requests.
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May 31, 2021 May 27, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Oblate Communities
The Archdiocese of Boston proclaimed the Year of the Eucharist to celebrate and encourage participation in the Blessed Sacrament. Join us!
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May 10, 2021 May 4, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Oblate Communities
What does the Year of St. Joseph mean? Learn how the Year of St. Joseph can help build your relationship with Joseph, Mary, Jesus and the Church.
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March 12, 2021 October 19, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Spiritual Guidance
When giving something up for Lent, what should you do if you break your Lenten promise? Get our tips on how to begin again and grow closer to God during Lent.
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January 25, 2021 January 20, 2021
Posted by Oblates of the Virgin Mary
Category: Spiritual Guidance
The Song of Songs is traditionally interpreted as a biblical love poem. In his new book, Fr. Gregory Cleveland reimagines it with Mary as the Bride.
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