Renewal of Brother Rafael’s vows
On January 3, during the first Vespers of the Epiphany, a special celebration took place in the community of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary. Brother Rafael, a member of this religious institute, renewed his vows in a deeply symbolic and spiritual act. This gesture, often charged with meaning in the consecrated life, is part […]
Message from Brother Rafael on Taizé
Good evening everyone! I’m brother Rafael. After these wonderful days together, I’d like to introduce you to our FORMIDABLE preparation team. They are the ones who have organized everything for your welcome, your stay, and for everything to go smoothly: Hinnie, Chanela, Dorothée, and Father Guillaume. I can assure you that they put in a […]
A look back at the Marian Procession of December 08
On December 8, the Saint Pierre Saint Paul parish and Saint Rita chapel fervently celebrated the feast of the Immaculate Conception with a magnificent procession in honor of the Virgin Mary. The Marian evening began with a spiritual mass, attended by a large number of faithful who joined in prayer and song to honor the […]
Sainte Rita’s boutique is getting richer for Christmas: come and discover our new products!
In the run-up to the great feast of the Nativity, the Saint Rita Shrine boutique has been decked out in new colors and a wide range of novelties. Books, devotional objects, icons, rosaries, hand-crafted cribs, decorated candles and gift ideas: everything has been carefully selected to accompany you on your way to Christmas, and to […]
Fraternal return with the pilgrims: a lively chat to discern the future
Following our recent pilgrimage to Cascia, Assisi and Rome in November 2025, we brought the participants together for a time of reflection and a convivial meal. This simple, fraternal and dynamic gathering, under the skilful guidance of organizers Emile and Gilles, enabled everyone to express their experiences, to re-read together the graces received, but also […]
The Crib in our Sanctuary
This year, our chapel was adorned with a new crib, carefully crafted by Father Guillaume and Brother Rafael. Their patient, discreet and fraternal work has given our place of prayer a renewed look as the Nativity approaches. We would like to thank them warmly for this service to the faith community of our sanctuary: through […]
Rector attends charity concert for children in Gaza
François Lapointe, omv, rector of our sanctuary, attended a religious concert in Rome to benefit the children of Gaza: The event, directed by one of his confreres, P. Pierre Paul, omv, brought together for the occasion more than 80 choristers and 40 instrumentalists. The evening was marked by a notable ecclesial and diplomatic presence:– Cardinal […]
Meeting of young priests from the 92 region!
Mgr Matthieu ROUGE, Bishop of Nanterre, regularly brings together the young priests of the diocese to share convivial and fraternal moments. These gatherings, which take place in a variety of locations, provide an opportunity for enriching exchanges on spiritual and pastoral themes, strengthening the bonds between members of the ecclesial community. Father Guillaume, one of […]
Catholic Church on the rise with 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide
Vatican News: 17-10-2025 In 2023, the number of Catholics will reach 1.4 billion, or 17.8% of the world population of 7.9 billion. This figure is up on the previous year, with 15,881,000 more Catholics than in the previous year. The increase in the number of faithful covers all five continents, including Europe, reversing the trend […]
Father Guillaume appointed curate at Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul parish in Fontenay-aux-Roses
A new chapter opens for the Congregation of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary and the Catholic community of Fontenay-aux-Roses. The Diocese of Nanterre has officially announced the appointment of Father Guillaume Charbonneau as vicar of the Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul parish. He will take on this role alongside his already strong pastoral presence at the chapel-sanctuary of […]