Category Archives: WRITINGS

We will let our lives be enriched by the poor and the marginalized as we work with them, for they can make us hear in new ways the Gospel we proclaim. We must always be sensitive to the mentality of … Continue reading →

To seek out new ways for the Word of God to reach their hearts often calls for daring; to present Gospel demands in all clarity should never intimidate us. (Constitution 8) The Church recognizes this quality in our Oblate Charismatic … Continue reading →

To seek out new ways for the Word of God to reach their hearts often calls for daring; to present Gospel demands in all clarity should never intimidate us. Constitution 8 The description of his preaching by the great evangelist, … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations. To seek out new ways for the Word of God to reach their hearts often calls for daring; to present Gospel … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations. To seek out new ways for the Word of God to reach their hearts often calls for daring; to present Gospel … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations. Constitution 8 Eugene’s diary is filled with descriptions that show his closeness to his flock. Some examples: Confirmation for a poor … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations.  Constitution 8 In the midst of a war with Austria which France had won, the old Bishop Eugene ministered to the … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations. Constitution 8 One of Eugene’s earliest biographers, Rey (I, p 38), shows how Eugene remained faithful to this program of being … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations. Constitution 8 Unlike many bishops of his time who were unapproachable and prioritized administration, Eugene’s behavior as an Oblate would be … Continue reading →

We will always be close to the people with whom we work, taking into account their values and aspirations. Constitution 8 When Eugene became Bishop of Marseilles in 1837 he made a statement that was to sum up the next … Continue reading →