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Congratulations, Deacon Jonathan Dick, OSFS!
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Welcome Home, Our Mother of Consolation Parish School!
Welcome Home, Our Mother of Consolation Parish School!

Last week, after a two-year journey of healing and rebirth, Our Mother of Consolation Parish School in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, reopened its doors. On September 6, 2025, an official dedication was held. Read more about the event and the newly redesigned school…

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Rev. Mark S. Mealey, OSFS (1950-2025)
Obituary, News
Rev. Mark S. Mealey, OSFS (1950-2025)
Obituary, News

With sadness, but with faith in the Resurrection, we announce that our brother, Rev. Mark Mealey, OSFS, passed away at the age of 75 on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He was a professed member of the Oblates for 56 years and an ordained priest for 46 years.

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Obituary, News
“Thou Shalt Not Steal from Our Children’s Future”
“Thou Shalt Not Steal from Our Children’s Future”

Fr. Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, Oblate and professor at DeSales University, organized a panel on Wednesday to discuss how faith and labor leaders can stand up for the environmental cause…

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Congratulations to Mr. Chris Allen!
Congratulations to Mr. Chris Allen!

The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales joyously welcomed Mr. Chris Allen, into the Oblate Novitiate this past weekend!…

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A New Principal for Father Judge High School
A New Principal for Father Judge High School

On July 30, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education announced that Mrs. Patricia Rooney has been appointed the new Principal of Father Judge High School, effective August 25, 2025…

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XOSFS Reunion
News & Events
XOSFS Reunion
News & Events

Celebrating the 15th anniversary of the beginning of the biannual meetings of former Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, The Wild Geese as they call themselves, extend an invitation to all Oblates and former Oblates to join them at Camp de Sales for Reunion VII September 4th through 6th. Learn More…

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Norphans Summer Reunion
Norphans Summer Reunion

This past weekend in South Jersey, Norphans gathered to celebrate at their annual summer reunion. The Falcons of Northeast Catholic High School (Philadelphia) had a great time! Read more and view photos here…

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150th Celebration in Annecy, France
150th Celebration in Annecy, France

Oblates attending the Major Superiors Meeting in Annecy, France celebrated the 150th anniversary of our congregation with the Bishop of Annecy at the Basilicia of the Visitation.

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Reflections
The Boat
The Boat

Our Novice Director, Fr. Tom Helfrich, OSFS, is well known for his love of the outdoors. He often draws from this passion to create meaningful formational experiences for our novice, Chris Allen. His most recent lesson is one I didn’t know I needed…

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Rebuilding
Rebuilding

Elizabeth, a parishioner and OMC parent, reflects on how the school community shaped her family’s journey. Find out how the tragic fire revealed the true heart of this Salesian home...

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Salesian Bond
Salesian Bond

St. Francis taught that “we have not bond, but the bond of love.” September is a popular month for weddings, and I recently officiated a wedding that exemplified this Salesian bond, not only of the couple but friends and family as well...

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DeSales Weekly Reflections

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, VHM

Pope Francis’ Encyclical:
Dilexit nos

 
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Salesian Spirituality

A lived and lively tradition inspired by St. Francis de Sales (1567-1622) and St. Jane de Chantal (1572-1641). Salesian [Suh-leez-juhn] Spirituality emphasizes common sense and the power of doing little, ordinary, and everyday things for God and others with great passion and great love. It is a down-to-earth way of living the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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