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Death Notice of Fr Paul Taylor OMI
It is with great sadness that the Oblate community announces the death of Fr Paul Taylor OMI, of Blackburn, England on Tuesday 11th August 2026. May Fr Paul rest in eternal peace. Let us continue to keep Paul’s sister Ann and all his family in our prayers. Below are the funeral arrangements for Fr Paul:...
Gospel Reflection Sunday 2nd August 2026 | 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Gospel Reading for Sunday August 2nd 2026 | 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time “The only thing we know about God is that we do not know!” Thus spoke one of the greatest intellects of the Church, St. Thomas Aquinas. Though he lived in the 13th Century we can say that in both philosophy and theology...
Month’s Mind of Fr Michael O’Connor OMI
The Month’s Mind Mass of Fr Michael O’Connor OMI was celebrated in his home parish Church of the Visitation Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick last weekend. Many of his Oblate brothers and friends from all over, including many from Darndale parish, joined the celebrations and enjoyed a day visiting Fr Michael’s homeplace and meeting his family...
The “Quiet Revival” Across the Oblate Parishes.
This year, an unprecedented number of young adults were received into the Church worldwide. There has been a noticeable increase in interest among Millennials and Generation Z in exploring and embracing the Christian faith. This growing trend has become known as the “Quiet Revival” – a cultural and sociological phenomenon that sees increasing numbers of young...
Funeral Mass for Fr Michael O’Connor OMI
Funeral Mass for Fr Michael O’Connor OMI The funeral Mass for Fr Michael O’Connor OMI was celebrated yesterday in Inchicore, where a very large congregation gathered to honour his life, ministry, and decades of service to the Oblate family. The liturgy was marked by a deep sense of reverence, enriched by instrumental music, a poem,...
Death Notice: Fr Michael O’Connor OMI
The Oblate Community regrets to announce the death of Fr. Michael O’Connor OMI. Michael died peacefully in the care of the St Francis Hospice on Sunday June 21st 2026. Michael greatly appreciated the support and prayers of all his Oblate brothers and friends. May he rest in eternal peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a...
A Face, a Story, a Vocation
There’s a strange gap between Friday night and Sunday morning that can be hard to explain. Imagine being in your 20’s, it’s Friday night, you’re getting ready to go out, and the world is your oyster. You have a great time, full of life and possibility. Then suddenly, it’s Sunday morning, and you’re at Mass....
The Inspiring life of Blessed Joseph Gerard OMI
Dear Friends, Today, on the feast day of Blessed Joseph Gérard OMI, we are pleased to share this short video in which Fr Michael reflects on the life and mission of this remarkable Oblate missionary, often known as the Apostle of Lesotho. Blessed Joseph Gérard dedicated his life to serving the people of Lesotho with...
Join Us As We Pray For Vocations To The Oblate Way Of Life
Our Lord Jesus Christ, when the appointed time came, was sent by the Father and filled with the Spirit “to bring the good news to the poor, to proclaim liberty to captives and to the blind new sight, to set the downtrodden free, to proclaim the Lord’s favour” (Lk 4:18-19). He called people to become...
Pentecost Reflection by parishioners of Saint Joseph’s, Colwyn Bay
Join us for this special Pentecost reflection and prayer service from Saint Joseph’s Church, as we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit and welcome new members into the Catholic Church. Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer, we are reminded of the unity, courage, and hope that Pentecost continues to bring to the Church today. In...
