Chaplains: Providing Support, Guidance, and Direction

Then

Our founder, Louis Brisson, spent much of his ministry as chaplain to the monastery of the Visitation of Holy Mary in Troyes. He built upon the service St. Francis offered the Visitation Sisters. Bl. Brisson wanted his community to be with the people and head feet-first into the world.

Centuries later, the Oblates came to the United States because they were invited by the Sisters of Divine to serve as their chaplains.

Army Chaplain

Now

Today, the Oblates continue this ministry as chaplains to individuals from all walks of life. We journey with those serving in the military, studying in high schools and universities, facing crises in hospitals, working as first responders, and living with physical challenges.

“Remain close to the Savior in meditation and observing His words, His actions, and His loving desires, we shall learn with the help of His grace to speak, act, and will like Him.”

St. Francis de Sales

Ministry to Police

Ministry to the Deaf

Ministry to College Students

University Chaplain

Veterans Chaplain

Military Chaplain

Ministry to Fire Fighters

Fraternal Organizations

Hospital Chaplain

“How do we reach the world, and attract it to us, to save it? We must jump in with both feet, even if it means getting splashed with mud!”

Bl. Louis Brisson

Oblate Chaplaincies

Colleges & Universities

At colleges and universities, Oblates journey with young adults, faculty, and staff. They celebrate Masses and other sacraments and provide support and counsel.

Convents

Throughout North America, Oblates help women religious celebrate the sacraments and serve as spiritual directors.

First Responders

Oblates support police and firefighters as they face great challenges and difficult situations in their day-to-day responsibilities of protecting their communities.

Hospitals & Nursing Homes

Being present to others in their retirements or as they face health crises. Whether at the bedside or with families, Oblates are present and offering sacraments, bringing Jesus’ presence to hospitals and nursing homes.

Schools

Oblates are assigned as full-time chaplains in our high schools. Many other Oblates provide sacramental ministry at other grade and high schools.

Special Ministry

The Oblates serve communities with unique needs throughout the country. These include members of the deaf, immigrant, and veteran communities and fraternal organizations.