Author name: Fr Terence Spiteri

A group of Augustinians gather for their annual retreat

Between the 13th and 17th of October a group of Augustinian friars gathered for their annual retreat at Stella Maris Retreat Centre in Żebbuġ Gozo. During these days the brothers had the opportunity to break away from the routine of life and experience moments of greater silence, prayer and reflection accompanied by Fr Noel Debono who animated these days. Fr Noel’s reflections, inspired by the gospel of St. John and

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Anchored in Hope – Live-in Tagaste Youths

During the last weekend of September, the Tagaste Youths group organized a special live-in weekend for its members. The live-in, themed “Anchored in Hope,” offered an experience of faith and friendship, allowing participants to take a break from the fast pace of everyday life to reflect, learn, and strengthen their relationship with God and with one another. Throughout the weekend, the youths took part in interactive activities, moments of prayer,

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Ordinary General Chapter 2025: Week 3

Day 13: On 15 September 2025, the morning session included dialogue with Augustinian sisters and laity, focusing on collaboration, mutual support, and the possibility of new monastic presences. At 11:00, the assembly was joined by Pope Leo XIV, who was warmly welcomed and celebrated with birthday greetings. In his address, the Pope stressed interiority as a source of strength for mission, encouraged renewed commitment to vocations and formation, urged scholars

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Election of the new officials of the Order

During the ongoing General Ordinary Chapter, the Order has elected its new officials to serve in collaboration with the newly elected Prior General, Fr. Joseph Farrell, who was chosen a few days ago. This morning, the Chapter elected the following officials: Vicar General:Fr Alex Lam (Peru) Assistants General:Fr Kevin De Prinzio (USA)Fr Martin Davakan (Belgium)Fr Frederick Comendador (Philippines)Fr James Wambugu (Kenya)Fr Benjamín García Franco (Mexico) Other Appointments:General Secretary: Fr Javier

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Ordinary General Chapter 2025: Week 2

Day 7:On 8 September 2025, after participating the previous day in the canonization of Saints Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, the Chapter resumed with Mass for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and then met in regional groups to discuss the upcoming election for a new Prior General. Outgoing Prior General Fr. Alejandro Moral Anton formally ended his term by handing over the seal of authority, after which

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Celebration of Several Feasts in the Augustinian Calendar

In the past weeks, particularly in the last days of August and during the month of September, various feasts were celebrated in the Augustinian Liturgical Calendar. These same Feasts are celebrated in the Augustinian churches on different days. The most important among them are the feasts of Saint Augustine and Our Lady of the Cincture which were solemnly celebrated in the Augustinian Churches of Valletta and Rabat in Malta, and

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Restoration of the Bell Tower of St. Mark’s Church

The restoration of the imposing bell tower of the conventual Church of St. Mark in Rabat was finally completed. St. Mark’s Church is located right at the beginning of Rabat in front of the entrance to Mdina, and its appearance is part of the picturesque skyline of the Old City. The bell tower which is being given back its elegant and beautiful appearance, was built in 1910. This restoration was

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