General Congress at Gnanodhayam, Mannar (February 16-19, 2025)

    The much-anticipated General Congress took place from February 16 to 19, 2025, at Gnanodhayam, Mannar, under the inspiring theme: “Synodal Journey of Hope: Renewing the Oblate Charism Today.”  This gathering was a moment of deep reflection, renewal, and fraternity, bringing together 74 Oblate priests from across the island. Their presence and active participation … Read moreGeneral Congress at Gnanodhayam, Mannar (February 16-19, 2025)

Letter on the 209th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate

Letter on the 209th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Congregation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate Rome, January 25, 2025 Dear brother Oblates and dear members of the Oblate family! With joy and gratitude, we remember and celebrate the birthday of our Congregation, the beginning of our community life. On January 25, 1816, … Read moreLetter on the 209th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate

Annual Retreats of Oblates of the Province of Jaffna

The Oblates of the Province of Jaffna recently concluded two annual retreats held from July, the 21st – 26th  and July, the 28th  -August the 3rd  at Gnanodayam, Keeri, Mannar. These spiritual gatherings were led by Fr. Gregory Arokiyaswamy, the Superior of the International Roman Scholasticate, Rome. Fr. Arokiyaswamy’s profound insights and guidance enriched the … Read moreAnnual Retreats of Oblates of the Province of Jaffna