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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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Fr. D. Day!
Fr. D. Day!

On Wednesday, June 11, Nativity Preparatory School gathered as a community to celebrate the life and legacy of Fr. Richard R. DeLillio, OSFS.

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Local Celebrations of Pope Leo XIV
Local Celebrations of Pope Leo XIV

Oblate Fathers Tom Dailey and John Fisher are quoted in this article included in The Chestnut Hill marking how schools and parishes responded to the news of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV with connections to the Philadelphia area. Read “A Catholic Surprise on the Hill”

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Funeral Homily for Fr. Dick De Lillio, OSFS
Funeral Homily for Fr. Dick De Lillio, OSFS

Here we share a transcript of the homily for Fr. Dick given by Fr. Ed Ogden, OSFS. As well as a reflection written by Fr. Dick on the early days of Nativity Preparatory School…

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Betting on the Pope
Betting on the Pope

As betting on the papal conclave rises in popularity, Fr. Thomas Dailey, OSFS, shared his insight this morning on Marketplace Business News …

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Rev. Richard R. (Dick) De Lillio, OSFS (1939-2025)
Obituary
Rev. Richard R. (Dick) De Lillio, OSFS (1939-2025)
Obituary

With sadness, but with faith in the Resurrection, we announce that our brother, Rev. Richard R. (Dick) De Lillio, OSFS, passed away at the age of 86 on Saturday, May 3, 2025. He was a professed member of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales for 67 years and a priest for 58 years. A teacher, professor, pastor, president, formation director, and religious superior…

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New Book on St. Joseph by Fr. Joseph Chorpenning, OSFS
New Book on St. Joseph by Fr. Joseph Chorpenning, OSFS

On May 1st, 2025, the Memorial of St. Joseph the Worker, Catholic University of America (CUA) Press released a new book by Fr. Joseph F. Chorpenning, OSFS. Read more here!

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Salesianum to Host Kenney Baseball Dimond Dedication
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Ignite the Night
Ignite the Night

Oblate Fathers, Brothers, and Sisters celebrated Nativity Preparatory School of Wilmington's Gala this past weekend. The gala celebrated Nativity's mission and honored Fr. Richard Dilillio, OSFS, President Emeritus of Nativity Prep school, and his instrumental role in its founding…

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Reflections
“Love Like Jesus” - The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart
“Love Like Jesus” - The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart

Devotion to the Sacred Heart reminds us of a love that is constant, personal, and compassionate, and can serve as a synopsis of Salesian Spirituality. How can we be inspired to live the Sacred Heart’s call - to see, to serve, and to love with merciful hearts…

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Charism Shared and Cherished
Charism Shared and Cherished

“Live Jesus” is a greeting among Salesians that resonates with “Go Birds” for Philadelphia Eagles fans. Schools, institutions, associations, etc., can come and go, but charism, such as the Salesian/Oblate charism, lasts forever. How does it connect us all as a Salesian family and create an instant bond when discovered?...

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Summer With the Sacred Heart
Summer With the Sacred Heart

Every year, as the church celebrates the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, I think of the Hawthorne Dominicans and their home in Philadelphia. How does their joy, hospitality, and love reflect Jesus' words recalled on this most sacred feast day?...

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DeSales Weekly Reflections

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, VHM

Pope Francis’ Encyclical:
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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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