A Leap of Faith
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
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The Solemn Profession of Br. David Relstab, O.S.A.
Watch and Read about Br. David Relstab's Solemn Profession to the Augustinian Order
Three Goals to Unite Around for Evangelization
In the ninties, the U.S. Bishops released three specific and concrete goals for evangelization.
Six Men of Heart Make their First Profession of Vows
Six Men of Heart Make their First Profession of Vows
World Day of Prayer for Vocations and Religious Brothers Day
April 31st is World Day of Prayer for Religious Vocations, and May 1st is Religious Brothers Day. Celebrate with us!
Five Paths of Encounter for Evangelization
What is evangelization, who is called to be part of it, and what wisdom does Saint Augustine offer us? Read here to learn more.
Understanding the Meaning of the Postures of Ordination: Kneeling, Prostration, Laying on of Hands
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 Priests and Brothers?
What is the difference between Augustinian Priests and Brothers? The question that everyone asks about becoming an Augustinian...
Why do Augustinians take temporary vows?
Becoming an Augustinian takes several years of prayer and discernment. Are you interested in learning about what it takes to join our order?
Woodworking is Prayer for Br. David
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?
Do friars really vow "obedience" to someone? Well, yes, actually - to many people, and to God. Learn more about our religious vows.
Learn more about Br. Manny as he awaits his Ordination to the Priesthood
If you're discerning a Vocation, read this short interview of Br. Emmanuel Issac on what led him to be an Augustinian.
So you've finished reading St. Augustine's Confessions...
Restless for some reading recommendations now that you've finished St. Augustine's Confessions? We've got options.
Video: The Path to Ordination of Fr. Jeff and Fr. Joe
Discerning? Fr. Jeff Raths, O.S.A., and Fr. Joe Roccasalva, O.S.A. detail their spiritual journeys and how they ended up as Augustinians.
Celebrating Religious Brothers Day, May 1
Please watch and listen as friars from each of our three Provinces share what it means to them to be an Augustinian Brother.
The Priesthood Ordination of Fr. Jeff & Fr. Joe
On December 18th, the Augustinians ordained Fr. Jeff Raths and Fr. Joe Roccasalva as priests. Photos of the ceremony are here!
Video: The Solemn Professions of Br. Bill and Br. Jeremy
Watch the Solemn Professions of Br. Bill Gabriel and Br. Jeremy Hiers.
Video: "Why Not Me?" The Ordination of Fr. Sam Joutras, O.S.A.
Fr. Sam Joutras reflects on his his vocation journey. "Maybe this really is something that god is calling me to"
Video and Photos: Three Priests Ordained at Villanova
Watch Fr. Bill Gabriel, Fr. Jeremy Hiers, and Fr. Elizandro Contreras ordination to the priesthood. We included some photos as well!
"How I found the Augustinians" by Br. David Relstab, O.S.A.
David Relstab's first ran into the Augustinians when he was in 7th grade, where he met Fr. Tom McCarthy, now the Midwest Vocation Director.
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