Gratitude Expressed

We, the Province of Jaffna, Sri Lanka sincerely express our sense of gratitude to the Sri Lankan Tamil Catholic Chaplaincy of France, especially to Fr. P. Matthew Mathanraj, OMI, CATWAS (Catholic Tamil Welfare Association), Norway, MISSERIOR, Germany and Some individuals, who want to remain anonymous for their monetary contribution to the COVID-19 affected people due … Read moreGratitude Expressed

COVID – 19 Experiences Shared by the Oblate Lay Associates

Some members from the different Units of MAMI (Missionary Associates of Mary Immaculate) of Jaffna Province, Sri Lanka shared their experiences during the nationwide curfew that was imposed to combat the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic in Sri Lanka. The Oblates have 12 MAMI Units in the two dioceses of Jaffna and Mannar. In the diocese of Jaffna, … Read moreCOVID – 19 Experiences Shared by the Oblate Lay Associates

COVID – 19 & the Oblates of Jaffna Province

For everyone of us, the time seems very fast and steals all our energy and creativity, our strength and exposure. The word ‘quarantine’ becomes familiar in the mouths of so many; ‘Stay home, Stay safe, Save lives’ is the humblest request echoed form every nook and corner; wearing masks becomes the safest mechanism seen on … Read moreCOVID – 19 & the Oblates of Jaffna Province

The First Residency Training Program

The first residency of the training program for spiritual guides took place at Sangamum, Kopay from March 11 – April 08, 2020, conducted by Fr. S. M. Selvaratnam, OMI. There were nine participants from five religious congregations including an Oblate from Colombo Province, Sri Lanka. They began the program with an eight-day contemplative retreat, and then … Read moreThe First Residency Training Program