St. Margaret of Scotland Church Parish Mission
St. Margaret of Scotland Church hosted the Iron Hill Deanery Parish Mission on Saturday, March 7, with Fr. Jim Greenfield, OSFS, as presenter.
Holy Family Parish Mission
he goal of the Mission was to be the spark that sends attendees out to be Christ for one another; for we are the Body of Christ, a servant Church. Read more and watch presentations…
Fr. Rose receives National Catholic Educational Association award!
Congratulations, Rev. Geoffrey N. Rose, OSFS, who has been named a 2026 Lead. Learn. Proclaim. award recipient by the National Catholic Educational Association…
Lead Me, Guide Me
He gave them 47! Yes, 47 of Bro Mickey's images of Sister Thea Bowman are packed in boxes headed to Rome. What compelled him to send these...
SALSTHON: DeSales Service Works
The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales are honored that this year’s SALSTHON benefits DeSales Service Works (DSW) in Camden, New Jersey, a mission of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales.
Celebrating the Life of Fr. William Keech, OSFS
Fr. Keech, who passed away on October 14, 2023, would have been celebrating his 100th birthday on Feb 22. He was a professed member of the Oblates for 75 years and and held the distinction of being the oldest Oblate in North America…
A Moral Document, Responsible Stewardship
The Oblates International Financial Workshop held earlier this month brought together Oblate financial leaders from five continents. The workshop offered an opportunity to share best practices and learn from experts and peers…
reDiscover DeSales
Join fellow DeSales University alumni and friends in the New York City area for a special evening of reconnection and celebration…
Thank you, Brian King
The Oblates thank Brian King for his years of dedication and service as president of Father Judge High School since 2016.
Fr. Guerin Dinner Dance is ON!
We can’t wait to see you this Saturday! A trusted local news source, Bob Kelly, NECHS ’81, tells us that after watching the radar and the models, and conferring with other meteorologists, the first snowflake isn’t expected until well after the gala is over!
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2026
The Week of Christian Unity, observed each year from January 18–25, invites Christians across denominations to pray and reflect together. This year’s these is: “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling”…
Thank You to Our Sponsors of the Fr. Guerin Memorial Dinner Dance
The Oblates extend sincere gratitude to the sponsors of the Fr. Guerin Memorial Dinner Dance…
Fr. Jim Greenfield, OSFS, Receives 2026 Community Partner Award
Fr. Jim Greenfield, OSFS ’84, President of DeSales University, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Community Partner Award by the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce…
Rev. Thomas Patrick Norris, OSFS (1946-2026)
With sadness, but with faith in the Resurrection, we announce that our brother, Rev. Thomas Patrick Norris, OSFS, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, after a brief illness…
Fr. John Fisher, OSFS, Speaking in Chestnut Hill, PA, as part of Ecumenical Sermon Series
Catholic Preaching Institute's ecumenical sermon series during the celebration of the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity takes place on January 20-22, learn more…
Rev. William J. Nessel, OSFS (1929-2026)
With sadness, but with faith in the Resurrection, we announce that our brother, Rev. William Joseph Nessel, OSFS, passed away at the age of 96 on Monday, January 5, 2026…
Mr. Kevin Burke Named Principal of Salesianum School
The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales are excited to share the selection of Mr. Kevin Burke as the 18th Principal of Salesianum..
Fr. Michael Newman, OSFS, interviewed on Catholic Forum
Watch Fr. Michael Newman, OSFS, on Catholic Forum as he shares our story in honor of the 150th anniversary of our founding!
Dr. Tony Alleyne Named President of Nativity Prep
The Oblates of St Francis de Sales founded Nativity Preparatory School of Wilmington in 2003. The School’s Board of Trustees is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Tony Alleyne as the next President of Nativity Prep…

