News & Media
Stay up to date with recent happenings across the Midwest Augustinian Province of Our Mother of Good Counsel.
Fr. Don Bates, OSA Exhibits His Illustrations of Themes in St. Augustine's Confessions
Fr. Don Bates, O.S.A., the Associate Pastor St. Jude Catholic Church in New Lenox, Illinois, will exhibit his original illustrations of Themes in St. Augustine’s Confessions on three dates in August and September. All are invited to all three showings. Full schedule here.
Congratulations to 4 New Augustinian Brothers!
It is with great joy that we welcome four new professed Augustinians into the Order! Welcome to Brothers Carlos, Jack, Jimmy, and Javier! Read more here about the continued vocations efforts - and successes - of the Augustinians!
Peruvians in Formation for Augustinian Missions
From our missions in Peru: this year, we are blessed to have a total of 30 Peruvian men in Augustinian formation! Read more here from this update from Fr. Fidel Alvarado, OSA, the Regional Vicar of the Augustinians in Northern Peru.
Augustinian Mission in Morropón, Peru: A Source of Values for Society
The Augustinian missions of Peru are built on the work of committed lay people. Read here how Peruvian Augustinians, Augustinian missionaries, and 150 laity are making a difference in Morropón, Peru.
Newsletter from Augustinians International: The Augustinian Entity at the United Nations
As the United Nations commemorates its 70th anniversary, Augustinians International discusses plans for the next 15 years for sustainable development in this newsletter.
About that Last Supper...
I have been in the fundraising ministry, primarily for the Catholic Church, for over 25 years, and that question occasionally pops into my head.
Announcing New Augustinian Procurator General
The worldwide Augustinians have appointed a new procurator from Nigeria. Congratulations, Father!
5 Augustinians Celebrating Their Anniversaries of Priesthood
The Augustinians have impacted thousands of lives across the Midwest. Their commitment to serving the Church and God's people is both a daily sacrifice and a daily reward. It is for this reason that we recognize five friars for marking significant anniversaries of their ordinations to the priesthood.
Meet the 2016 Augustinian Gala Co-Chairs: Edward and Catharine Hennessy
The Augustinians are happy to announce that Edward and Catharine Hennessy will be the Co-Chairs for the 2016 Augustinian Gala! The gala will be held on April 22, 2016 at the Drake Hotel in Chicago. The Hennessys share a rich history with the Augustinians and we are honored to have such a skilled couple volunteer for us!
Download New Issue of "The Midwest Augustinian" - Spring 2015
It is with great joy that we share our newest issue of The Midwest Augustinian newsletter! Read updates about Fr. James Halstead, O.S.A.; Fr. Chris Steinle, O.S.A.; Bro. Richie Mercado, O.S.A.; Ted C. Berman; 19 new Augustinian Affiliates; and more! Download your copy here.
Heart to Heart: From the United States to Peru
For 15 years, Rita Prunuske has been connecting hearts across the Western Hemisphere. How? Learn in this article about how she personally supports the missions in Northern Peru.
Seven Billion Dreams. One Planet. Consume with Care.
World Environment Day (WED) is one of the seven International Days especially recommended for observance in Augustinian communities, parishes, and schools. This article may help increase our awareness of the issue, and lead to some practical action and prayer for this most important issue.