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. John Madigan, O.M.I.
Executive Director:Steve Piantanida
Editor: Bernadette McCaffrey
Writers: Annie Kessler, Bernadette McCaffrey
Photography: Sarah Abbott, Tom Bartels, Bill Magrath
Issue Designer: Allison A. Salzman
For printed copies of this magazine, please contact Kim Weilmuenster at 618-398-7640, ext. 3345.
IN THIS ISSUE
From the Desk of Fr. John Madigan, O.M.I.
Christmas Eve at Hope House*
Learn how two orphans in Haiti found a new home on Christmas Eve
The Lives of Saints
St. Nicholas
Why Do We...
Celebrate with Christmas Trees
Christmas at the National Shrine
of Our Lady of the Snows
A Real Wonder; Fr. Greg Gallagher, O.M.I. shares a unique Oblate perspective of this special time.
Donor Highlight:
Mari Chan tells us about her fascinating lfie and how she came to know the Oblates.
"We've Come This Far By Faith"
Oblates' St. Francis Xavier Church celebrates 80 years of Catholic presence in Overtown, Florida.
* Christmas Eve at Hope House," written by Mike Viola.
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