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”

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…

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

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…

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!

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…

The Oblate community warmly invites all to attend the Annual Memorial Mass in honor of our beloved Oblates who have gone before us. Learn more and register…

The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales are honored to have Fr. Michael Depcik, OSFS, organize the first ever Eucharistic Congress for the Catholic Deaf Community this spring…

Thank you to our speakers, hosts, and all those who attended and volunteered! The 20th annual celebration was a great success! See event photos and coverage here…

With everlasting hope in the Resurrection, we announce that our beloved brother and confrere, Rev. Michael Rejent, OSFS, died at the age of 84 on Tuesday, March 25, 2025…

In a new episode of Open Seat_, Fr. David Whalen, OSFS, discusses his journey and experiences in religious life as an Oblate of St. Francis., Fr. Mike Newman, OSFS, shares his story in “The Making of an Oblate”…

Join the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales Business Network on April 25th for their fall Networking breakfast! Meet like-minded professionals and listen to our featured speaker Pat Dever. The event starts with a continental breakfast and networking at 7:37 AM and presentation begins at 8:00 AM. Free event, donations welcomed.

Find out Fr. Joe Campellone, OSFS, helped John Calipari decide to leave Kentucky for Arkansas Razorback Men's Basketball…

Fr. Geoff Rose, OSFS, along with Passionist Sisters María Antonia, CP, and Dulce María, CP, presented at Holy Family Parish in Adrian, MI for its three-night bilingual Parish Lenten Mission…

In honor of the Solemnity of St. Joseph, Husband of the Virgin Mary celebrated March 19.

Two Oblates from the Wilmington-Philadelphia Province were welcomed and honored as special guests of DeSales Academy for the annual day “DeSales Fiesta 2025.”

An incredible win that began with a magical silence as all those in attendance at the University of Pennsylvania’s Palestra arena, over 8000 students, parents, coaches, and players, paused to hear Bro. Jim Williams, OSFS, lead them in prayer…

Bro. Mickey McGrath, OSFS, has created new posters, relevant to Immigration; Catholic Social Teachings; and diversity. Learn how to access and order…