Category Archives: Oblate Scene

“Sakura Sampradaya”—”The Heartbeat of a Missionary who traveled from Sri Lanka to Japan”

Posted on March 4, 2026 by editor

Bro. Prasanna Perera , OMI – Japan is famous for many reasons. Among the crowds who come to Japan searching for these reasons, I am just another person. Simply I consider myself someone lost between my own will and the will of God. That … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Christmas Mass with Sri Lankans in Fukuoka

Posted on February 2, 2026 by editor

Samith Sandaruwan, OMI – As a member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate who came from Sri Lanka to Japan almost 2 years ago, I had a great opportunity, at the request of my fellow Sri Lankans, to celebrate the Christmas Mass … Continue reading →

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Senior Citizens Feeling Lonely

Posted on January 6, 2026 by editor

Jerome Novotny , OMI – Have you ever had a pervasive feeling of being alone, empty inside, or cut off from others? For many older adults, loneliness is a painful and distressing experience caused by a gap between their desired and their actual levels of social connection. Unlike simple social … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas in a world in turmoil.

Posted on December 20, 2025 by editor

Jerome Novotny , OMI – Christmas arrives this year amid a world that feels heavy — news of conflict, loss, climate anxiety, economic strain, and a loneliness many of us carry in silence. Simultaneously, the season advances with a flurry of lights, lists, and … Continue reading →

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A Calling from God

Posted on December 9, 2025 by editor

Samith Sandaruwan, OMI – I would like to share my missionary calling. Before entering seminary, I heard about and observed the Oblates working in Sri Lanka and read books about their overseas missionary work. After graduating from high school, I cherished the desire … Continue reading →

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Advent – a season of waiting

Posted on December 3, 2025 by editor

Brad Rozairo, OMI – Waiting is part of life, and it is always for something or someone. Have you ever considered the act of waiting within your daily life? Where in your life lies your Advent—that period of waiting? For instance, waiting for … Continue reading →

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Way for the future, news from Toyohashi

Posted on December 2, 2025 by editor

Jude Peirispulle, OMI – Various activities are taking place in and out of our church daily.

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The Hardships of One Oblate Bursar

Posted on November 6, 2025 by editor

Kenichi Furukawa, OMI – My main job is accounting. However, due to a shortage of staff in Japan, I also serve as kindergarten principal and parish administrator. I’ve always asked for a reduction in my responsibilities, but it’s still being … Continue reading →

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Lifelong Commitment as an Oblate Brother

Posted on November 1, 2025 by editor

Part １ – Perpetual Vows Ceremony Bro. Nobuhiko Yagi, OMI – It was late at night on August 3, 1991. With the Perpetual Vows Ceremony scheduled for the next day, I couldn’t fall asleep. The thought that my life as … Continue reading →

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Priest as YouTuber: A New Way of Ministry

Posted on September 24, 2025 by editor

Savarimuthu, Stephen, OMI – I am Fr. Steve OMI from India, serving in Japan. As the pastor of Naruto & Anan Catholic Churches, I am daily surrounded by the smiles of children and feel hope through Montessori education in the … Continue reading →

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Peace with Creation: Season of Creation 2025

Posted on July 19, 2025 by editor

Bishop Michael Pfeifer, OMI – The theme for this year’s Season of Creation is “Peace with Creation.” The Season of Creation is an ecumenical initiative that takes place annually from September 1, the World Day of Prayer for Creation, to October 4, the … Continue reading →

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Nuclear War: Waiting To Happen?

Posted on June 24, 2025 by editor

Jerome Novotny , OMI – Many people today, especially here in Japan and Asia, possess nuclear anxiety and fear that a nuclear war will occur. In the past, many have argued that the concept of nuclear deterrence would not only prevent the use of … Continue reading →

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