In August, 2014, Brothers Nick Mullarkey, Colin Nardone, and Joe Siegel all professed their first vows as Augustinians. Watch this short, inspirational video promoting vocations to the Augustinian Order here, and "wake the world with a dawning joy!"

Fr. Jim Halstead, O.S.A., delivers a homily in memory of Fr. David L. Brecht, O.S.A., at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago, Illinois, on September 20, 2014.  Read now.

In memory of the late Fr. David L. Brecht, O.S.A., we are happy to share the funeral homily delivered by Fr. Tim Cuny, O.S.A., at St. Clare of Montefalco Parish in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, on September 11, 2014.  Read now.

Lisa Ann Solava, PHR, recently joined the Province Advancement Advisory Council.  She is a devoted member of St. Jude Parish in New Lenox, Illinois, and an Augustinian Affiliate.  Read more about Lisa here.

This Friday, September 26th, two undefeated Augustinian football teams meet in competition!  Come and enjoy a great game as the  Providence Catholic Celtics take on the St. Rita Mustangs at Doyle Stadium on 77th and Western.

Pat Ormsby, Mendel '64, recently joined the Augustinians' Province Advancement Advisory Council.  He is the President of Bimba Manufacturing in University Park, Illinois.  Read more about Pat Ormsby and why he volunteers for the Augustinians here.

Martin Wojcik, Mendel '66 is one of the newest members of the Province Advancement Advisory Council for the Augustinians.  Marty is the Executive Director for the American College of Surgeons Foundation.  Read more about Martin here.

On September 16, 2014, the Very Rev. Bernard C. Scianna, O.S.A., Ph.D., Prior Provincial of the Midwest Augustinians, announced the goal and official launch of the Continuing Our Journey of Faith capital campaign.  The campaign hopes to build the Fr. Ray Ryan Trust for vocations and the Journey of a Lifetime Trust for the retirement needs of the Augustinians.  Please watch his announcement here.

Father David L. Brecht, O.S.A., passed away the afternoon of Saturday, September 6.  Fr. Brecht served as the Prior Provincial of the Midwest Augustinians for three terms, the Headmaster at Cascia Hall, Principal at St. Rita High School, and many other institutions.  Read more for details on funeral arrangements and his ministries.

On Thursday, August 27, 2014, the Very Rev. Bernard C. Scianna, O.S.A., Ph.D., Prior Provincial of the Midwest Augustinians, celebrated the Feasts of St. Augustine and St. Monica at St. Jude Catholic Church in New Lenox, Illinois.  The Augustinians also recognized their jubilarians celebrating anniversaries of vows and priesthood.  Check out the photos now!

This year, Father John Gaffney, O.S.A., celebrates 75 years of Augustinian vows.  We are re-posting this article by Brother Stephen Isley, O.S.A., which is a reflection of meeting Father Gaffney for the first time in 2012.  Read now!

Fr. Bernie Scianna, O.S.A., Prior Provincial of the Midwest Augustinians, offers his Homily celebrating the Feasts of St. Augustine and St. Monica, while referencing experiences at St. Monica's in Rome and a Billy Joel concert at Wrigley Field, Chicago.  He also discusses Pope Francis' top 10 tips on leading a happy life.  Read now!