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Augustinian Prior General on the TODAY Show
On December 17, 2025, Father Joseph Farrell, O.S.A. one of Pope Leo XIV’s closest friends in Rome and newly-elected leader of the worldwide Augustinian Order, joined the TODAY Show hosts to discuss his relationship with the first-ever American pope and about Pope Leo's approach to the papacy.


Fr. Tom McCarthy on "The Inner Life" to Talk About Vocations
In November 2025, Augustinian Vocation Director Fr. Tom McCarthy, O.S.A., joined "The Inner Life" radio host Patrick Conley for a discussion about Vocations on Relevant Radio. Listen to the show recording (embedded above) to listen to content about: What is a vocation? Why doesn't God make our vocation clear to us all the time? Fr. Tom's discernment story Overcoming obstacles when discerning religious life Helping parents encourage their children to discern their vocations


From Math Major to Pope: The Augustinian Vocation Journey of Pope Leo XIV
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...


Mass on Mt. Baldy: 21 Days in the Wyoming Wilderness
My socks are wet; my feet are dry; the weakness of my flesh supply – Catherine Alva, WCC Class of 2028 Fr. Jack Tierney OSA served as...


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


The Solemn Profession of Br. David Relstab, O.S.A.
Watch and Read about Br. David Relstab's Solemn Profession to the Augustinian Order


30 Pearls of Wisdom from Fr. Bernie's 30 Years of Priesthood
The following is an excerpt from a homily preached by Fr. Bernie Scianna, O.S.A., on the celebration of his 30th Year of Ordination as an...


Six Men of Heart Make their First Profession of Vows
Six Men of Heart Make their First Profession of Vows


How I Became the First Sri Lankan Augustinian in 500 Years
By Fr. John Arulthas, O.S.A. Each Augustinian has his unique path to the Order. My path of discernment took me from Sri Lanka, to the...


"Pear" Pressure": Don't Be a Pear Head!
The Pear Story in Augustine's Confessions is one of his well- known adolescence stories and one of my favorites in his writings.


Finding Hope in the God Who Cares
Saint Monica famously led Augustine back to Christianity after he left the faith. Read about their story and relationship here.


How I Came To Live With The Augustinians
John Greene's vocation led him to a year of service and prayer at Cascia Hall, our college preparatory school in Tulsa, Oklahoma.


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


The Saint Who Converted Saint Augustine
Without Saint Ambrose, there would be no Saint Augustine. Click to learn about how Saint Augustine became a Catholic Priest.


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...


Watch: The Simple Profession of Br. Nicholas Stone
Simple Vows - every Augustinian Brother makes these as they journey on their Faith Formation process and live the Rule of St. Augustine.


7 Novices Receive Augustinian Habits
Seven novices were recently conferred with the religious habit - congratulations to these men!


Fr. Jack leads students into wilderness of Wyoming
Not all who wander are lost... unless Fr. Jack is leading them! Kidding, of course - read about Fr. Jack's work with PEAK.


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