News & Media
Stay up to date with recent happenings across the Midwest Augustinian Province of Our Mother of Good Counsel.
Augustinian Gala Photos Now Online!
Following the success of the Augustinians' second gala, held on April 25, 2014 at the Drake Hotel in downtown Chicago, we are happy to share our photo gallery online. The Augustinian Gala honored Fathers Jack Gavin, O.S.A., David L. Brecht, O.S.A., and Bill Sullivan, O.S.A. Please enjoy and share!
Gala Tribute Videos Online!
On April 25, 2014, the Augustinians of the Province of Our Mother of Good Counsel honored three Augustinian priests as their honorees at their second gala: Fathers David L. Brecht, O.S.A., Ph.D., Bill Sullivan, O.S.A., and the late Father Jack Gavin, O.S.A. Each honoree received their own tribute book and tribute video that night. We are happy to share each of the honoree tribute videos online now!
A Call to Action: The Continuing Our Journey of Faith Capital Campaign
"For the past twelve years, I had the privilege of serving the Order of St. Augustine as Prior General, the leader of the Augustinians throughout the world. To say that these were eventful years would be an understatement, to say the least, since we are speaking of a period of time that began in September of 2001..." Read more now!
An Interview with the Prior Provincial
On December 19, 2013, the Midwest Augustinians re-elected the Very Rev. Bernard C. Scianna, O.S.A., Ph.D., to a second four-year term as Prior Provincial of the Province of Our Mother of Good Counsel. He will begin his second term in June of 2014. Read more for an interview with Fr. Bernie, reviewing his first term as Prior Provincial.
Augustinians Encouraged to Mark International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination March 21, 2014
Augustinians of the Midwest are encouraged to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, March 21, 2014, with prayer, reflection, witness and action individually, in their communities and in their ministries. The Augustinians invite and encourage all who identify with Augustinian spirituality and traditions to do likewise. Read for more information and resources.
New Augustinian Prayer Intention Card
The Augustinians are happy to offer a new enrollment card featuring a beautiful image of Jesus and the words In Loving Memory written below. Read here for more details! © Barton Cotton Religious Products and Services, LLC. All rights reserved.
New Issue of "The Midwest Augustinian" Now Online!
The newest issue of The Midwest Augustinian is now available online to read! Read more to download your digital copy today!
"Archaeological Remains of St. Augustine's North Africa" Video Online!
In 2000, Fr. David L. Brecht, O.S.A., an honoree of the 2014 Augustinian Gala, published a short documentary detailing an archaeological story of St. Augustine in North Africa. St. Augustine was the bishop of Hippo in present-day Algeria. Please view and share the video!
Photos from Groundbreaking in Edwardsburg, Michigan
Our Lady of the Lake Parish recently broke ground on its church expansion project. Click here to see photos from the celebration!
Brother Joe Ruiz, O.S.A. to be Featured in Vision Vocation Magazine
Vision Vocation Magazine, a national discernment guide for those interested in pursuing a religious life, will be featuring an interview with Brother Joe Ruiz, O.S.A. in their upcoming magazine. Read more to see a sneak peek at the upcoming article!
Fr. Jack Gavin, O.S.A. Enters Eternal Life
Our brother John R. “Jack” Gavin, O.S.A. died during the morning of February 22. He was 91. Read about his service-filled life here.
Thank You, Friends of Tolentine!
For many decades, the Friends of Tolentine have supported the works of the Augustinians through both prayers and donations. In December 2013, the Friends of Tolentine decided to disband their organization but continue to serve the Augustinians individually. Read more for details and a full list of their Men of the Year.