On this Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, discover the Rosary’s Dominican roots through a new Word on Fire course and by joining the Rosary Confraternity.
On September 18, we commemorate the feast of St. Juan Macías, the first lay cooperator Dominican brother to be canonized. He was steadfast in prayer and deeply devoted to the poor and the sick.
Fr. Jack O'Malley, OP, professed his first vows with the Dominicans in 1953, solemn vows in 1956, and was ordained in 1959. He also served as a chaplain in the US Air Force.
At this time of sorrow following the tragic shooting in Minneapolis, we grieve with all who are suffering. We pray for the children whose lives were taken, their families, those injured, and all who serve the community in its healing.
Pope Leo XIV spoke these words during his inaugural papal address. On August 28, we honor St. Augustine—bishop, doctor of the Church, and spiritual father--whose Rule shapes Dominican life.
On August 23, we celebrate the Feast Day of St. Rose of Lima, the first canonized saint of the Americas.
Her life reminds us that holiness is often nurtured in friendship.
On August 8, we celebrate St. Dominic—the joyful preacher who answered evil with the light of Christ. In a world filled with suffering, he reminded us of a deeper truth: God meant it for good.
After several miscarriages, Dr. Arthur Lawrence’s mother prayed to St. Jude. A year later, he was born. Dr. Lawrence sees his life as a gift of intercession—and still supports the Dominicans who preach hope.
