Diaconate Ordination

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Congratulations to our three friars who were ordained deacons last weekend at St. Jude Parish in New Lenox, IL:   Dcn. Bill Gabriel, OSA; Dcn. Jeremy Hiers, OSA; and Dcn. Sam Joutras, OSA!   All three are planning to continue on to their priesthood ordinations in 2021!    

Sr. Andrea celebrated her 100th Birthday!

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On January 19, 2021, Rita Sister Andrea Winter turned 100 years old. The Rita Sisters at the Würzburg Motherhouse celebrated her birthday with a Mass,following a reception with singing and special surprises. Congratulations and may our Lord continue to bless you with many years Sr. Andrea!      

Sr.Katharina Elisabeth made her First Profession of Vows

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We rejoice with Sr.Katharina Elisabeth and the Community as she has made her First Profession of Vows on September 5th, 2020 at our Motherhouse in Würzburg,Germany. Blessings on your formation Sr.Katharina Elisabeth and Congratulations!    

David Relstab made his first profession of vows

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On Sunday, August 2nd, the Midwest Augustinians welcomed in their newest friar as 23-year-old David Relstab made his first profession of vows during a small ceremony at St. Rita Shrine Chapel in Chicago.  Congratulations Br.David!      

Br.Sam Joutras, O.S.A. Solemn Profession of Vows

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Br. Sam Joutras, O.S.A. made his lifelong profession of vows to the Augustinian Order. Mass was presided by Prior Provincial Fr. Tony Pizzo, O.S.A. on August 30 at St. Jude Parish in New Lenox, Illinois. Congratulations Br.Sam!    

Br. Arturo Rentería, O.S.A.Solemn Profession of Vows

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On Friday, July 24, 2020, Br. Arturo Rentería, O.S.A. made his Solemn Profession of Vows to Prior Provincial Gary Sanders. The ceremony was celebrated privately on the Vasey Patio at St. Augustine High School, in San Diego, CA. Congratulations Br.Arturo!      

Priesthood Ordination of Fr. Jack Tierney O.S.A.

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Congratulations to Augustinian friar, Jack B. Tierney on his long anticipated ordination to the Order of Presbyter. Fr. Jack was ordained on July 25, 2020 (the feast of St. James the Apostle) by Bishop George J. Rassas at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel. May the Lord continue to ... Read More »

The Corona of Our Lady of Consolation by St.Augustine High School

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St. Augustine High School released a special video in which friars and teachers prayed the Corona of Our Lady of Consolation.  This special devotion from the Augustinian tradition of the Corona, or "crown" of our Lady, is especially powerful today as we overcome the Covid-19 pandemic.

Novena to St.Rita by Midwest Augustinians

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  Novena Prayers

Leader: Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and enkindle in them the fire of Your love. Send forth Your Spirit and our hearts will be renewed.

All: And you will renew the face of the earth.

Leader: O  God, who by the light ... Read More »

Exsultet (Easter Vigil Proclamation)

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Exsultet ( Easter Vigil Proclamation) in German Chanted by Sr.Teresa - Sisters of St.Rita