Final Vows and Diaconate Ordination

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Watch the Mass of Perpetual Religious Profession Br. Rafael Solorio, OMV and Br. Paul Kallal, OMV and the Mass of Ordination to the Diaconate of Br. Rafael Solorio, OMV

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What Is a Silent Retreat

What is a Silent Retreat?

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In the Bible, we see Jesus seek out time to pray in solitude over and over again. In much the same way, a silent retreat can help you hear the voice of God in your life. But what is a silent retreat? And how do you know if it’s right for you?

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Fr. Jim welcomes the new websites

Servant Leadership In Action

Posted by Gina Lewis, Director of Advancement

“The greatest among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 23:11

Fr. Jim is Servant Leadership in action. He’ll tell you his job is “just serving my brothers.”

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Ordination of Fr. Paul Nguyen, OMV

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Priestly Ordination Video of Fr. Paul Nguyen, OMV With great joy and gratitude to God, the Oblates of the Virgin Mary are pleased to announce the Priestly Ordination of Fr. Paul Nguyen, OMV. Thank you to all those who have helped to make this great day a reality.  Please continue to pray for Fr. Paul…

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Catholicism in the Philippines

Catholicism in the Philippines and the Oblates’ Mission

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Every country brings pieces of its own culture to the Catholic faith, and the Philippines is no different. Catholicism in the Philippines carries with it an especially strong devotion to Mary and the saints. Let’s take a brief look at Catholicism in the Philippines today.

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Br. Leland Thorpe, OMV

On The Mountain with God

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authored by Br. Leland Thorpe, OMV Jesus took Peter, James, and John, and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves. And he was transfigured before them. – Mark 9:2 The first time that I saw the Alps, I was floored. We had arrived at our hotel in Lucerne on a foggy evening, after…

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