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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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“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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What do “Final Vows” Mean? 
What do “Final Vows” Mean? 

During the Convocation last week, Mr. Jonathan Dick, OSFS, made his perpetual profession or what is commonly known as ‘final vows.”  What does it mean to take final vows as Oblates of St. Francis de Sales?…


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Teens Volunteer at the North Carolina Diaper Bank
Teens Volunteer at the North Carolina Diaper Bank

On June 19, teens from Oblate apostolate Holy Infant Catholic Church in Durham, NC, dedicated a full day of service to the North Carolina Diaper Bank, helping ensure that families in their region have access to essential hygiene items, including diapers, wipes, and menstrual products.

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Reflections
Transitions
Transitions

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Remember Me at the Altar
Remember Me at the Altar

Yesterday the Church honored St. Monica, and today her son, St. Augustine. Their closeness would continue after the death of Monica, and for all eternity. How does their story remind us to remember and pray for our loved ones who have gone before us?

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The Oven
The Oven

Ovens are instruments of permanent transformation. If you’ve ever baked something, you know this to be true. How does this metaphor remind us of the permanent transformation that is the work of the Lord?

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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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