The Oblate preaching community conducted a grand mission at St. James Church, which is one of the main stations (180 families) of the Illavalai Parish in the Diocese of Jaffna. The mission was conducted for fifteen days. The prime activities were family visits, Anpiam (Basic Christian Communities) group masses and Seminars. There are twelve Anpiams … Read moreGrand Mission preaching at St. James Church
The National Family Apostolate Commission of Sri Lanka Organised this programme. This is the 7th National Family Retreat. His Lordship Bishop Nobert Andradi, OMI, the Chari person, Fr. Clouad Nonis, the National Director, Fr. Eugene Benedict, OMI, the Secretary and other Diocesan directors from 12 Dioceses were present. There were 3200 participants took part in this programme. It was … Read moreNational Family Retreat held at Thalawila from 16th Sep to 18th Sep, 2016.
‘Embrace the poor with new missionary drive’ Pope Francis told the participants in the General Chapter of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate to ‘love Jesus with passion and the Church without conditions’. His exhortation came in a private audience in the Vatican’ Clementine Hall on Friday, as the Oblates celebrate the 200th anniversary since their … Read morePope to OMI Chapter
DAY 17: (30 September) Fr. Louis Lougen, OMI, reelected Superior General October 1st, 2016 – After the 36th General Chapter had elected Fr. Louis LOUGEN on the first ballot to lead the Congregation for a second term, Fr. Luc TARDIF, the chairman of the Steering Committee, asked him if he is willing to accept the … Read moreFr. Louis Lougen, OMI, reelected Superior General