OBLATES

Oblates are Christian women and men who discern a vocation to make a self-offering to God alongside and in partnership with the Community of the Holy Name.

A person applying to become an Oblate is one who is called to a life of contemplative prayer and active service and who has a deep longing to live the spirit of the religious life in the world. 

While living at home and following their normal way of life, Oblates know they are called to dedicate themselves to a life of prayer in association with us.

Their Rule of Life includes a commitment to the spirit of poverty, chastity and obedience, adapted according to the situation of each member. This commitment is made with life intention and is renewed annually.

For all Oblates who are able to meet at the Cheltenham Spirituality Centre, an annual programme is arranged which includes two Quiet Days (Lent and Advent), a retreat and a combined meeting with the CHN Associates.

The group of Oblates and Associates in Adelaide also meets three times each year.

To find out more, please contact Sister Carol

on weekdays, 9.30am-4.30pm, on 03 9583 2087.