Paulist Fathers

Paulist Fathers A missionary society of Catholic priests sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ Paulists do not condemn culture, nor do they try to conform the Gospel to it.

The Paulists seek to meet the contemporary culture on its own terms, to present the Gospel message in ways that are compelling but not diluted, so that the fullness of the Catholic faith may lead others to find Christ's deep peace and "unreachable quietness." Rather, we preach the Gospel in new ways and in new forms, so that the deep spiritual longings of the culture might find fulfillment in Jesu

s Christ. To this end, Paulists use printing presses, movie cameras, and the Internet to give voice to the words of Christ - the Word Himself - to a new generation of Americans. The founder of the Paulists, Servant of God Isaac Hecker, was a spiritual seeker, a wandering soul. He lived for a time in Transcendentalist Utopian communities where he consulted the leading thinkers of his day. Though a seeker, he became a man of conviction: once he found the truth in the Catholic Church, he gave his whole life to it. His only desire was to proclaim the truth to others so that they too could find their true selves as North American Catholics. Today our Paulist family grows, joined by Associates and lay collaborators in foundations throughout North America. The vision of Hecker – through our hearts and voices – is at work in the Spirit to:

* Seek out those who desire healing and reconciliation,
* work toward Christian unity and dialogue with faiths outside our tradition
* in parishes, on the campus, through video and publishing

Paulist Fathers: Giving the Gospel a Voice Today

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06/24/2026

Thank you, Friar Manny Vasconcelos, OFM Conv. for your 2 years of leadership in the Mid-Atlantic Member Area. We welcome Father Ed Nowak, CSP, who will serve with Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, in the new East Coast Member Area beginning July 1.

06/23/2026

Father Dave is kicking off his annual 30-Day Challenge, and you're invited to join him! Whether your goal is physical, spiritual, or somewhere in between, take on a challenge from June 22–July 21 and connect with others for encouragement and accountability. Join the community and tell us what you're working on!

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06/21/2026

Wishing Fathers everywhere a wonderful day! 💙

06/21/2026

Here is a wonderful profile of our parish put together for this year's Annual Paulist Appeal! Contributions to the appeal provide crucial support for the ministries of the Paulist Fathers and the work of our church. To donate or learn more, go to www.paulist.org/apa. Thanks for your generosity!

06/21/2026

Follow Paulist Fathers President Fr. René Constanza (bib #10520) as he runs the Marine Corps Marathon this Sunday, Oct. 26 at 7:30 a.m. Eastern.
Fr. René shares three special intentions he will keep in prayer during his 26.2-mile run.
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06/21/2026

Paulist Fathers President Fr. René Constanza shares memorable experiences in previous marathons, including running past Old St. Mary's Catholic Church during the Chicago Marathon.
You can follow Fr. René's 26.2-mile journey this Sunday, Oct. 26 starting at 7:30 a.m. Eastern by downloading the Marine Corps Marathon app and entering bib #10520.
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06/21/2026

Paulist Fr. John Ardis served as our pastor from July, 2018, to June, 2024.

Here is a new video profile of Fr. John that includes several glimpses from here at Old St. Mary's:

06/21/2026

"The accompaniment of the ."
Paulist Fathers President Fr. René Constanza compares running a marathon to a pilgrimage.
This morning (Oct. 26), he will run the Marine Corps Marathon at 7:30 a.m. Eastern. You can follow his 26.2-mile journey by downloading the Marine Corps Marathon app & enter bib #10520.
Godspeed to the finish line, Fr. René & all runners!
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