Oblates magazine is a publication of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate through the Missionary Association of Mary Immaculate in Belleville, Illinois. Oblates magazine seeks: to inform our readers about the ministries of the Oblates to the poor and needy people of the world, and the ministry of healing and hope at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows; to educate our readers about the teachings of the Catholic faith and about the Missionary Oblates; to inspire the faith of our readers so that they may enhance their own spirituality; and to invite our readers to become partners in the ministry of the Missionary Oblates through spiritual and financial support.

Publisher: Fr. Tom Singer, O.M.I.

Executive Director: Eric Streiff

Staff Photographer: Theodore Hennessy

Writers: Bernadette McCaffrey,John Nguyen

Designers: Sarah Abbott, Jamie Green, Laura Van Eck

Issue Designer: Allison Bonvie

NCDCMember Catholic Press Association

For printed copies of this magazine, please contact Kim Weilmuenster at 618-398-7640, ext. 3345.

 


Oblates Magazine - Our Lady of Guadalupe 2005

 
 
Oblates Magazine - November/December 2005 Issue
 
 
   
 

IN THIS ISSUE

Poem

From the Desk of Fr. Tom Singer, O.M.I.

Our Lady of Guadalupe
Learn about the Patroness of the Americas.

Finding God in Thanksgiving
Although at time it may not seem like it, we all have reasons to be thankful.

The Way of Lights
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows displays a stunning tribute to Jesus, the Light of the World.

Oblate Profile
Cardinal Francis George shepherds the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Christmas Comes to East St. Louis
Bringing the spirit of Christmas to the impoverished in America .

Hurricane Katrina Update
Read on Oblate's story of strength and survival in the face of Hurricane Katrina.

Healing and Hope: World Youth Day 2005
Pilgrims return to Germany with messages of faith and change.

Why Do We ...
Give Christmas Cards?

Donor Highlight
Read about Russell Byington sharing his life-long blessings with the Oblates.

 

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