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Washington, DC Council Members Tour Three Part Harmony Farm October 21st, 2024
Video: United in Mission: The Evolution and Impact of the Congregation’s Joint Sessions July 10th, 2024
(Republished from OMIUSA.ORG)
The Central Government members are visiting the Oblates and charismatic family members in the Canada–United States Region in preparation for the Joint Session in Washington DC from July 7th to 13th. Have you ever wondered about the history of these sessions and their impact on the congregation?
The Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) have a rich history of evangelization and closeness to the poor. The Joint Sessions are critical to this mission, providing a platform for collaboration, reflection, and strategic planning.
St. Eugene de Mazenod, our founder, emphasized unity, collective discernment, and mutual support among Oblates to effectively serve the poor and the Church. This laid the foundation for Joint Sessions. Initially, these were informal gatherings to discuss issues, share experiences, and find solutions.
As the importance of these meetings grew, they became formalized. By the mid-20th century, Joint Sessions were regular events on the Congregation’s calendar, reflecting a commitment to ongoing formation, collaboration, and spiritual growth to enhance the Congregation’s mission worldwide.
The main goal of the Joint Sessions is to foster unity and collaboration among regional members and the central government. These sessions encourage open communication, building trust, and mutual support. They also provide a forum to discuss and address challenges the Congregation faces in specific regions.
Joint Sessions include plenary sessions, workshops, group discussions, and spiritual reflections. This comprehensive approach addresses both practical and spiritual aspects of missionary work, reinforcing the Congregation’s identity and mission to evangelize the poor and marginalized.
2023 OMI JPIC Year in Review February 8th, 2024
In this video we are recap some of our activities in 2023, as we look forward to exciting opportunities in 2024. We express gratitude for the collective efforts that brought us together in 2023, making a positive impact on our world. Let’s carry this spirit into this new year.
VIDEO: JPIC’s Laudato Si’ Action Platform Report II May 22nd, 2023
Caring for our common home is essential to Missionary Oblate’s mission to the poor, because they are the ones most affected by the devastation to the planet.
In this resource we draw on work that was prepared by VIVAT International. In our Laudato Si’ Action Platform II we revisit the commitments we have taken on and ponder what other action steps we might add..
United In Faith – The Oblates Daily Prayer April 13th, 2023
Every day we publish a short reflective morning prayer video, created by members of the Oblate Community and Family in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Please join us daily from where you are.
Visit our Youtube channel for more videos: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOblates
