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Surgery – an experience
Brad Rozairo, OMI – “It is not a disease but a disorder and a mechanical issue”. This is what I heard from a doctor when he spoke about inguinal hernia. A disorder needs to be fixed, but how it will be done was … Continue reading
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A sad face of Japan
Brad Rozairo, OMI – Japan’s population is rapidly ageing. This year, before the “Respect-for-the-Aged Day” event, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released its population survey. According to that, the number of elderly people in Japan surged by 20,000 from September 2023 … Continue reading
Does Humanity Have a Future?
Jerry Novotny, OMI – The nuclear family is considered the ” traditional ” family. The nuclear family consists of a mother, father, and their biological children. A single parent is a parent who cares for one or more children without the assistance of the other biological parent. Step … Continue reading
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Tagged Familiaris Consortio, Family, Gender Ideology, Peace
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Experience in Aix-en-Provence
Brad Rozairo, OMI – Experience in Aix-en-ProvencThe De Mazenod Experience, sometimes also called DMX, is a program held every year at the birthplace of our congregation in Aix-en-Provence. The program is centred on the charism of our Founder St. Eugene and has a … Continue reading
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Tagged Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, Peace
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World Day of the Poor: November 17, 2024
Brad Rozairo, OMI: This year will mark the eighth since the Pope established the “World Day of the Poor”. As has become customary, the Holy Father, after the Eucharistic celebration will have lunch with 1300 poor people. But before the … Continue reading
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“Do not cast me off in my old age”
The IV World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly was celebrated on Sunday, 28 July 2024. The theme chosen by the Holy Father – “Do not cast me off in my old age” (cf. Psalm 71:9) – is meant to … Continue reading
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Nature – a sacred space
Brad Rozairo, OMI – Nature is a source of beauty and inspiration that expresses God’s wonderful work of creation. It is also a place for rest and healing. Some people go on walks in nature to engage the senses and connect their spirits … Continue reading
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Message of Pope Francis for World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
Hope and Act with Creation Dear Brothers and Sisters! (1st September 2024) “Hope and Act with Creation” is the theme of the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, to be held on 1 September 2024. The theme … Continue reading
What is the Season of Creation?
Bishop Michael Pfeifer, OMI – Pope Francis calls for a World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation The Season of Creation is an ecumenical month-long moment of prayerful reflection and celebration which began several years ago and calls us to … Continue reading
“Busyness” Finances “Time Poverty”
Jerry Novotny OMI – “How are you?” Are you one of those who reply, “I’m busy.” If so, you are not alone. In a recent survey taken, 70% of people who were asked this question replied, “I’m busy.” Ask yourself, do I suffer from … Continue reading
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“Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while” (Mark 6:31)
Brad Rozairo, OMI – Does your day unfold from your priorities or are you chasing a to-do list? This question caught my attention as I reflected on my life in Japan.
Living the “YES” of Mary
Brad Rozairo, OMI – Another new month has just dawned; as we know, it is dedicated to our Blessed Mother. During this month, I invite us to reflect on the vocation of Mary and her response to God.
