What connects the Rosary, St. Jude, and the Dominican Order? Fr. James Pierce Cavanaugh, OP, explores the shared threads of these October devotions—and the remarkable journey that brought St. Jude’s Arm Relic into our Province’s care in Chicago.
Fr. Brendan Curran, OP, helped create a memorial now touring Chicago’s Catholic parishes, honoring immigrants who died in custody or during immigration enforcement operations. Read the story in National Catholic Reporter.
Explore immigration and community through Sanctuary Stories and American Agitators, two Chicago arts events highlighting immigrant experiences and grassroots organizing. On Sun. Oct. 25, Fr. Brendan Curran, OP, will present at a screening of American Agitators.
Fr. James Pierce Cavanaugh, OP, reflects on the joy of Blessed Fulton Sheen’s beatification and the call to holiness shared by everyone gathered in St. Louis.
Parents’ Weekend 2026
Thirty-nine family members joined student brothers from the Central and Southern Provinces in St. Louis for a weekend of prayer, conversation, and a firsthand look at Dominican life.
One year after Silverio Villegas González was killed by an ICE officer, many questions remain unanswered. Fr. Brendan Curran, OP, joins his family, faith leaders, and community advocates in calling for transparency, justice, and remembrance. Read the Chicago Sun-Times article.
On August 8, the Dominicans celebrate the Feast Day of St. Dominic. Fr. Michael Mascari, OP, reflects on the saint's visionary mission and the Order’s enduring call to bring Christ’s light to the world.
Fr. Brendan Curran, OP, joined thousands in Marquette Park to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and renew the call for justice, peace, and unity.
Nine Dominican brothers joyfully professed their vows, deepening their commitment to prayer, study, community, and preaching in service to God and the Church.
Nine of our friars will be making their simple and solemn vows on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Join the Dominicans via livestream as they celebrate this Profession Mass. Join the livestream here.
