The Missionary Oblates serve in parishes across Canada, including many communities in Northern Canada. In 2000, the Oblates made a public commitment to enter into a renewed partnership with Indigenous communities to help guide the ownership, leadership, and operation of the Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage. This...
Water is life Kisaju Kenya, is located in a semi-arid region where access to water is a daily challenge. The church, school, and surrounding community rely on boreholes for clean water, while Kiirua Farm depends on rainfall and needs improved water storage systems to support livestock...
In Chincha Alta, Peru, many families — including children — sleep on dirt floors with little protection from the cold night air. Through the work of Brother Blaise MacQuarrie, beds are built, mattresses are provided, and warm blankets are shared with those in need. These simple...
Teams of Oblates and laity minister in various areas of the North. The Arctic has changed. Vast distances, isolation, high cost of living, intense cold, language and closeness to the land remain. Growing problems have arisen with alcohol, drugs and violence. It is impressive to...
Our Oblate retreat and renewal centre is committed to offering a sanctuary of stillness, hospitality and beauty. This sacred place welcomes all people seeking healing, solitude, spiritual growth and formation. Star of the North – St. Albert 3 A St. Vital Avenue St. Albert, AB T8N 1K1 780 459-5511 Fax: 780...
St. Eugene Health Clinic The St. Eugene Health Clinic has completed the initial stage of constructing rooms on the first floor for six basic medical consulting rooms, dentistry, X-ray, pharmacy and educational meeting rooms. Funds are now needed to purchase costly items such as X-ray machines,...
Oblate Mission in Pakistan Several Oblates work in the formation of scholastics at the Karachi Scholasticate and share their talents in teaching assignments, spiritual direction and retreats. Oblates are actively involved in formation at the philosophy level where individuals study prior to entering the scholasticate. Their presence...