Published on 24 November 2025

Death of Brother René

Late on Monday, 24 November, we learned of the passing of our brother René, who died suddenly of a heart attack while at the Gare de Lyon railway station in Paris, where he was preparing to take the train to Rimont.

Published on 24 October 2025

Closing of the 2025 General Chapter

The second session of the General Chapter of the Brothers of Saint John, which took place in Troussures from 13 to 24 October, has just ended.

Published on 20 September 2025

Diaconate Ordination of Brother John Baptist in Cebu

Brother John Baptist was ordained to the order of the diaconate on September 20, 2025 by the invocation and the Holy Spirit and the laying of hands by Archbishop Jose S. Palma.

Published on 14 September 2025

Reception of the Habit of Brother Benedict-Pio for the Province of Asia-Oceania

Joy for the Asia-Oceania Province: Brother Benedict-Pio received the habit on Sunday, September 14th, on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

Published on 13 September 2025

Perpetual Profession of Brother Samuel-Marie for the Province of France

On Saturday, 13 September 2025, Brother Samuel-Marie made his perpetual profession in the Collegiate church of Murat.

Published on 5 September 2025

Death of brother Yohanné

On Friday morning, 5 September, we learned of the sudden death of our brother Yohanné, who died of a heart attack in Douala, Cameroon. 

Published on 29 August 2025

Departure of the Brothers from The Hague (Netherlands)

The Provincial of Europe of the Brothers of Saint John has decided to leave The Hague as religious community.

Published on 28 August 2025

Investiture for the Vice-Province of Asia-Oceania

The Brothers of Saint John and the family of our brother are pleased to inform you of the Investiture of Brother Robinson Sacro YURONG in Cebu City.

Published on 1 August 2025

Diaconate Ordination for the Vice-Province of Asia-Oceania

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the Diaconate Ordination of brother John Baptist LAGUTING, on 20th September 2025 in Philippines.

Published on 29 June 2025

Perpetual Profession for the Vice-Province of Asia-Oceania

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the Perpetual Profession of brother John-Mary of the Cross LIU, on August 23 2025 in Taiwan.

Published on 28 June 2025

Perpetual Profession in the Province of France

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to inform you of the Perpetual Profession of Brother Samuel-Marie CHABOT at 3 am on Saturday the 13th of June 2025.

Published on 21 June 2025

Brother Elijas Butkus was ordained to the priesthood for the Province of Europe

June 21, through the laying on of hands by Archbishop Gintaras Grušas, Brother Elijas Butkus was ordained to the priesthood.

Published on 12 June 2025

Priestly Ordination for the Province of Europe

The Brothers of Saint-John and the family of the brother joyfully anounce the priestly ordination of brother Elijas BUKTUS (Lithuania) for the Province of Europe.

Published on 6 June 2025

Temporary profession and reception of the Habit in the Province of the Americas

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the temporary Profession of Brother Tadeo de Jesus and the reception of the habit of Brother Damien Escrivas, in Mexico.

Published on 1 June 2025

First European Oblates Pilgrimage

The first European Oblates Pilgrimage welcomed participants from 9 European countries for 3 days of prayer, sharing, and working together.

Published on 30 May 2025

Perpetual Profession in the Province of Europe

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to inform you of the Perpetual Profession of Brother Richard Maria STEGENGA at 10 am on Sunday the 8th of June 2025.

Published on 24 May 2025

Perpetual Profession in Denver

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the perpetual profession of Brother John of the Cross SWEET on Thursday, July 31, 2025 in Denver.

Published on 24 May 2025

Ordinations and Perpetual Professions for the Province Africa

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to inform you of the ordinations and perpetual proffesions for the Province Africa.

Published on 9 May 2025

New publication

Contemporary biblical studies for exploring the spirituality of the johannine writings; selected and introduced by brother Gabriel-Mary Fiore.

Published on 1 May 2025

Press Release: Election of the Prior General

The Brothers of Saint John renew their confidence in Brother François-Xavier Cazali on first of May 2025 during the General Chapter.

Published on 28 April 2025

Press release

The Congregation of the Brothers of Saint John is preparing to celebrate its General Chapter; its first session will take place from 28 April to 10 May 2025 in Troussures.

Published on 28 January 2025

Death of brother Marie-Élie

Brother Marie-Élie returned to the Father’s house on Thursday morning, 23 January, after several days in a coma.

Published on 27 January 2025

Regional Gathering of the Brothers of Saint John in Christchurch

From January 20-27, 2025, the Brothers of Saint John from the Vice-Province of Asia-Oceania gathered in Christchurch.

Published on 5 January 2025

Press Release: Jubilee year of the foundation of the Brothers of Saint John

On 5 January 2025, the feast of the Epiphany, the Brothers of Saint John entered the fiftieth year of their foundation.

Published on 30 September 2024

“Best Social Media Influencer Award” given to brother Samuel Mary

The first edition of the Cebu Metropolitan Catholic Mass Media Awards took place on 30 September 2024. Father Sam won the award for Best Social Media Influencer.

Published on 21 September 2024

A look back at the diaconal ordinations for the Province of Europe

In thanksgiving for brothers Yakob DESALEGN BISHAMO (Ethiopia) and Elijas BUTKUS (Lithuania) ordained deacons in view of the priesthood for the Province of Europe.

Published on 18 September 2024

Temporary profession of the Province Africa

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to inform you of the temporary profession for the Province of Africa.

Published on 19 July 2024

New Deacon in London 

Brother Yakob’s ordination to the diaconate took place on Saturday 7 September in the parish of St Antony of Padua, London (England). Brother Leopold tells us.

Published on 29 June 2024

A look back at the diaconal ordinations of the Province Africa

In thanksgiving for brothers Antoine de Padoue TOURÉ (Ivory Coast) and Paul-Clément DJON BISSES (Cameroon) who were ordained deacons on 29 June.

Published on 7 June 2024

Ordinations in the Province Africa

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to inform you of the diaconal and priestly ordinations for the Province of Africa.

Published on 7 June 2024

Diaconal ordinations in the Province of Europe

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the ordination to the diaconate of Brothers Yakob and Elijas.

Published on 19 May 2024

A look back at two Receptions of habit for the Province of the Americas

On 19 May 2024, two receptions of the habit took place at the novitiate of the Brothers of Saint John in Guadalupe (Mexico), for the Province of the Americas.

Published on 14 May 2024

Professions and Receptions of habit in the Province Africa

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the professions and taking of the habit of the Province Africa.

Published on 3 May 2024

Brother Marie-Alexandre’s thesis in patristics

Brother Marie-Alexandre – from the Rimont theology studium – defended his thesis on 3 May 2024 at the Catholic University of Paris.

Published on 13 April 2024

A look back at the Perpetual Professions in France

Brother Pacifique, Brother Jean-Baptiste de l’Agneau and Brother Raphaël made their perpetual profession on Saturday 13 April 2024.

Published on 6 April 2024

Perpetual profession of Brother Charles in Christchurch

Brother Charles Basani made his final vows on April 6, 2024 in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Published on 30 March 2024

Perpetual professions in Notre-Dame du Chêne

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the perpetual professions of Brothers Jean-Baptiste de l’Agneau, Pacifique and Raphaël on Saturday 13 April 2024.

Published on 12 March 2024

Perpetual profession in Christchurch

The Brothers of Saint John are pleased to announce the perpetual profession of Brother Charles BASANI on Saturday 6 April 2024 in Christchurch.

Published on 30 November 2023

New publication

Brother Gabriel-Marie Fiore’s publication was published in november : “Spirituality in John’s Gospel
Historical Developments and Critical Foundations”.

Published on 7 July 2023

An open letter to victims

The Prior General of the Brothers of St John has written a letter to the victims, especially those who have not come forward.

Published on 26 June 2023

Release of the Report “To understand and to heal”

After more than three years of work, the Commission submitted its report entitled “To Understand and to Heal – Origins and Analyses of the Abuse within the Family of Saint John”.

Published on 20 June 2023

Regina Caeli Hermitage: Oasis of Peace

This is the story of Regina Caeli Hermitage, a seemingly far away place located only 30 minutes from Denver, Colorado.

Published on 23 May 2023

Ordinations to the Diaconate and the Priesthood, Summer 2023

The Brothers of Saint John are happy to share their joy at the diaconal and priestly ordinations in the summer of 2023.

Published on 9 May 2023

Professions 2023

The Brothers of Saint John are happy to share their joy at the professions 2023

Published on 15 March 2023

Promulgation of the Ratio Formationis

The decree promulgating the Ratio Formationis Congregationis Sancti Johannis was signed in Rimont on December 23.

Published on 30 January 2023

The first Provincial Chapters of the Congregation

The whole Congregation is currently experiencing its first Provincial and Vice-Provincial Chapters, during which the elections of their Prior Provincials are taking place.

Published on 12 January 2023

Election of the new Provincial Prior of Europe

The Brothers of Saint John of the Province of Europe are happy to announce the election of our new and very first Provincial Prior, Brother Ignaz-Maria Ringhofer!

Published on 27 October 2022

Final message of the second session of the General Chapter

The second session of General Chapter was held from October 11 to 24, 2022 at the Our Lady of Cana Priory, in Troussures, France.

Published on 7 May 2022

Final message of the first session of the General Chapter

The first session of the General Chapter of the Brothers of Saint John took place from 27 April to 6 May 2022.

Published on 26 May 2021

News from Romania

A day of recollection preached by Br. Emmanuel and brother Dan for the consecrated religious of Bucharest.

Published on 4 May 2021

Receptions of the habit, Professions and Ordinations 2021

The Brothers of Saint John and the families of the brothers are happy to announce the perpetual vows of

Published on 14 April 2021

Brother Lazare recently deceased

Brother Lazare recently departed from us to the Father on Wednesday 14 April 2021.

Published on 13 April 2021

News from Lumen Valley in Kara (Togo)

Discover Lumen Valley in Kara, Togo with young people who never cease to impress.

Published on 10 April 2021

Brother Guy-Marie deceased

Brother Guy-Marie departed to Our Heavenly Father on Saturday 10 April 2021.

Published on 3 April 2021

Simple Professions at Saint-Jodard

Three brothers will make their temporary professions on 9 May 2021.

Published on 27 March 2021

The inauguration of Saint John the Evangelist Church, Addis Abeba

Memorable day and achievement of years of building, the inauguration of Saint John the Evangelist’s church received several hundred guests gathered in a festive and joyful atmosphere. Leaded by the cardinal Brehane Yeasus.

Published on 26 March 2021

Saint-Jodard formation priory closure

Saturday, March 20, 2021, Brother François-Xavier, Congregation prior, announced the closure of Saint Jodard to the brothers and Oblates.

Published on 25 March 2021

Brother Jean-Pierre-Marie Rosins deceased

Brother Jean-Pierre-Marie Rosins departed to the Father, 25 March 2021.

Published on 24 March 2021

Building works at Marchegg Priory, Austria

After having renovated the exterior side of their presbytery 2 years ago, that covered part of their guesthouse, the Brothers of St John in Austria are now tackling the interior by transforming the reception, with the restrictions imposed by the pandemic into an opportunity for improvements.

Published on 23 March 2021

Shooting of the Music Video “Rise” in Puy en Velay

Brother Samuel Mary, author composer and brother Jean de l’Eucharistie, the actor, shot this short film…

Published on 1 March 2021

Profession of Faith Jubilees

Let us give thanks for our brothers who are celebrating their profession of faith jubilees in March 2021. Deo gratias!

Published on 12 February 2021

Community Retreat from the School of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus’ way

The retreat took place in Rimont between 8 and 12 February and was led by Father François Margeat of the Order of Discalced Carmelites.

Published on 14 June 2020

Simple Professions in Saint Jodard, France

Three brothers made temporary profession on June 14.

Published on 10 June 2020

Some news from Cebu, the Philippines

The Brothers of Cebu (Philippines) lived a confinement turned towards the poorest and plan the construction of a future apostolic priory.

Published on 17 May 2020

Ethiopia: a new chapel is being built

Despite the pandemic, the Epifania project continues to develop in Addis Ababa.

Published on 1 April 2020

Music Video by Br Samuel Mary wins second prize at the Sinulog Film Festival

“My endless joy” (My endless joy), is a song written by brother Samuel Mary, musician and composer.

Published on 1 April 2020

Asia and Oceania Vicariate Meeting

At the beginning of February, the priory of the Brothers of Saint John in Cebu in the Philippines welcomed as a blessing brothers from whole the Asia / Oceania vicariate

Published on 1 April 2020

New publication

The latest book (in French) from Br Marie-Jérôme, was published in January : “In our night, your day rises”.

Published on 31 March 2020

Temporary Professions in the Philippines

Two simple professions on 15 March in Cebu.

Published on 31 March 2020

6th Forum for Oblates at Paray-le-Monial, France

9-11 October, 2020, in Paray-le-Monial, France.

Published on 30 March 2020

Death of Brother Fulco

Our brother Fulco from the priory of Boulogne-Billancourt returned to the Father …

Published on 22 March 2020

Three new clothings in the habit

On 22 March 2020 in Saint-Jodard (France).

Published on 20 January 2020

Festivities in Addis-Abeba (Ethiopia)

Vicariate meeting took place for the first time in Addis-Abeba, Ethiopia on January.

Published on 20 January 2020

The Family of Saint John in Princeville, USA

An example of cooperation between brothers, sisters and oblates.

Published on 18 January 2020

Psychoanalysis and freedom in Terrebonne, Canada

On Saturday, 18 January, around forty brothers reflected upon the work of Viktor Frankl, a renowned psychiatrist, starting from his experience of concentration camps.

Published on 17 January 2020

Priory in focus : Poponguine in Senegal

Brothers at the service of the Notre-Dame-de-la-Délivrande sanctuary.

Published on 31 December 2019

New Publication: Aletheia, N° 55

How a theology of creation might respond to the current ecological challenge ?

Published on 11 December 2019

Meeting of the Prior General’s Council

From December 3 to 11, in Rome.

Published on 6 November 2019

Final message of the second session of the General Chapter

Official translation of the final message of the second session of the General Chapter.

Published on 28 October 2019

Escape into Fantasy and Tolkien

Fr Francis of the Child Jesus has joined Trending with Timmerie…

Published on 1 October 2019

Temporary profession of Br Jean-Marie de la Croix

Br Jean-Marie de la Croix will make his temporary profession on Sunday 20 October

Published on 1 September 2019

Looking back over the past 25 years of the priory in Marchegg, Austria

The Brothers in Austria gave thanks to the Lord…

Published on 25 August 2019

The Brothers of Saint John leave Russia

The Brothers leave the priory of Nalchik in Russia…

Published on 27 July 2019

The death of brother Bernard

Our brother, Bernard, from the priory in Lomé, Togo, went to the Father…

Published on 20 July 2019

25 years of the Marchegg priory

On the weekend of 31 August – 1 September, 2019, the Brothers of Saint John celebrate 25 years in Austria…

Published on 12 July 2019

25 year jubilee for the priory in Orléans, France

1994 – 2019 “God is Love”

Published on 3 July 2019

New publication

A book on the theology found in the works of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Published on 30 June 2019

25th Anniversary of the Brothers of Saint John in Cebu, the Philippines

25th anniversary of the Brothers of Saint-John in Cebu, the Philippines…

Published on 20 June 2019

10 years in Addis Ababa

10 years in Ethiopia and the Brothers’ vision for the priory in Addis Ababa.

Published on 18 June 2019

Pentecost Long Weekend

Last June the Sisters and Brothers, Oblates and friends of Saint John gathered together to celebrate Pentecost.