For some Augustinian friars, the call to serve did not start in the parish, classroom, or monastery but instead on the battlefield and in the barracks.

Doubt is a common experience during discernment. I am not worthy. I don’t have what it takes. I am not like other people who joined a religious order. I could never make the necessary sacrifices. Interestingly, these were some of the same doubts Augustine faced in the events leading up to his conversion. He felt strongly drawn to the faith and the idea of surrendering all to follow Christ. Yet he felt paralyzed by his own weaknesses and attachments to his old way of life. “

Fear is a very common experience when discerning religious life. It can also threaten to paralyze our discernment journey. What will my future look like? Will I get to see my family? What happens if a loved one becomes seriously ill? What happens if I get a ministry assignment I am not happy with? What happens when I need new shoes? What happens if I fall in love? Will I be able to have hobbies? What happens to my savings and retirement if I leave my career to enter r

“When Jesus turned and saw them following, he said to them, “What are you looking for?” They said to him, “Rabbi” (which translated means...

Before he became Pope Leo XIV, Robert Francis Prevost was a young man with a gift for mathematics and a longing to serve. That longing...

Discerning religious life as a priest or brother can be scary. Any time we are confronted with multiple options, it’s important to take a st

Watch and Read about Br. David Relstab's Solemn Profession to the Augustinian Order

April 31st is World Day of Prayer for Religious Vocations, and May 1st is Religious Brothers Day. Celebrate with us!

Augustine was baptized on April 24th, 386. Click to read more about his conversion, and the path he had taken to find God.

Watch the Solemn Profession of Br. Michael Riggs - and join the crowd at a local Open Mic Night as he shares his musical talents.

Curious about the Catholic Priesthood Ordination process and postures? Learn more about the importance behind how we sit, stand, and lay.

What is the difference between Augustinian Priests and Brothers? The question that everyone asks about becoming an Augustinian...

Simple Vows - every Augustinian Brother makes these as they journey on their Faith Formation process and live the Rule of St. Augustine.

Becoming an Augustinian takes several years of prayer and discernment. Are you interested in learning about what it takes to join our order?

Seven novices were recently conferred with the religious habit - congratulations to these men!

Augustinians are diverse, interesting, and interested in many things. For Br. David, woodworking is a way of prayer.

Do friars really vow "obedience" to someone? Well, yes, actually - to many people, and to God. Learn more about our religious vows.

View the photo gallery from the Ordination of Fr. Emmanuel and Fr. Dominic

If you're discerning a Vocation, read this short interview of Br. Emmanuel Issac on what led him to be an Augustinian.

As Augustinians, we pray the Liturgy of the Hours. Learn about our prayerful practice.