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Gospel Reflection Sunday 19th January 2025 | 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Gospel Reflection Sunday 19th January 2025 | 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time | John 2:1-11 If Agatha Christie were to write a novel based on this week’s Gospel, she might well call it, “the strange affair of the wedding at Cana.” Why? Because whenever we see a reading from John’s Gospel, we should immediately presume...
Bereavement Notice: Fr John McFadden OMI
Dear friends, we in the Oblate Community announce with the greatest sadness the death of Fr John McFadden OMI on Wednesday January 15th 2025 at 00:53 in the company of his beloved family in the Holy Rosary care facility of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Greenock in his hometown of Glasgow. Our prayers are...
Bereavement Notice – Fr Joe O’Melia OMI
The Oblate Community are saddened to announce that the death has occurred of Fr. Joe O’Melia OMI. Fr Joseph O’Melia OMI, of the Oblate House of Retreat, Inchicore Dublin 8 and formerly of Dolphin’s Barn Dublin 8. Fr. Joe passed away peacefully in the compassionate care of the staff of St. James’ Hospital on Monday January...
The History and 20th Anniversary of FILCHAMP: A Filipino Community of Faith, Support, and Service
The Filipino Community in Harmony of Action, Mobilisation, and Prayer (FILCHAMP) was founded by a group of former members of the El Shaddai Charismatic Prayer Group. Their journey began with gatherings in London to pray the Rosary and hold Praise and Worship sessions in the homes of friends and acquaintances. As their numbers grew, they...
Letter of the Superior General for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Letter of the Superior General December 8th, 2024 L.J.C. et M.I. Holy Year: Renewing Our Oblation as Pilgrims of Hope Dear Oblate Brothers and Members of the Charismatic Family, Happy Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary! “Rejoice, full of grace!” These words, spoken by God’s messenger to Mary, in Lucan Greek are full...
The Superior General’s Homily at St. Peter’s Tomb
The Superior General accompanied the Major Superiors on a pilgrimage to the Vatican, where he celebrated Mass at the tomb of St. Peter. Below is the homily he delivered during the Eucharist he presided over. HOMILY IN SAINT PETER’S BASILICA NOVEMBER 26, 2024 Readings: 2 Peter 3:8-15,17-18, Psalm 22, John 21:15-19 Dear Brothers and Sisters, We celebrate the...
Homily & Highlights – Silver Jubilee Mass of Fr John McFadden OMI
Dear friends, we invite you to join us for some highlights from the Mass and Celebration for the Silver Jubilee of Fr John McFadden OMI who celebrates 25 years of Oblate Priesthood in the service of the Lord. Views photos from the Mass and Celebration below or click here: The celebration took place on...
Bereavement Notice: Fr Charlie O’Connor OMI
We in the Oblate Community regret to announce the death of Fr. Charles (Charlie) O’Connor OMI. Fr. Charles O’Connor OMI, died on November 16th, 2024 peacefully in the loving care of the staff of the Kiltipper Woods Care Centre. Late of Oblate House of Retreat, Inchicore and formerly of 170 Merrion Road Dublin 4 and...
Online Advent Retreat Evenings
You are welcome to listen and reflect together as we journey in faith through the Advent season. The evening will consist of a personal reflection led by Fr Ray. There will be an opportunity for some shared discussion if you wish, and then we conclude with a closing prayer. All within an hour! So come...
Remembrance Prayer Service
Join us at Wistaston Hall Retreat’s Garden of Hope for our online Remembrance Prayer Service. This special gathering is a time to come together as a community in prayer and reflection, honoring the lives of those who are no longer with us but remain forever in our hearts. Through shared prayers, readings, and moments of silence, we...
