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Proclaiming the Gospel of Christ in the Footsteps of St. Dominic

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Peace I Leave With You

Do we truly believe that Jesus has given us His peace? Br. Peter Pius Chu, O.P., reflects on the Gospel for the Sixth Sunday of Easter.

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Death of Fr. Eugene Sousa, O.P.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Fr. Eugene Sousa, O.P. Fr. Eugene Sousa, O.P., died peacefully in his sleep on May 18, 2025. He was…

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Organ Recital by Benton Schmidt

Join us for a free organ recital by Benton Schmidt at St. Albert's Priory. 6170 Chabot Rd, Oakland, CA 94618 Thursday May 22, 2025 7:00 P.M. Learn…

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Preachers of the Faith

The Dominican life centers around one thing — preaching the faith. True to our tradition and history, a number of friars minister as itinerant preachers, traveling extensively to proclaim the Gospel. Other friars provide pastoral care at parishes and university Newman Centers, or are engaged in missionary work with the poor and marginalized. Many friars are involved in academic ministry, researching and teaching the richness of the Catholic intellectual tradition in colleges and seminaries around the world. Finally, there are those friars who serve in specialized ministries, touching every facet of human life.

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Preaching for the Salvation of Souls

We have been called to proclaim the Gospel to every corner of the world— so that every soul may come to know and love Jesus Christ. For 800 years, the Dominican Order has evangelized whatever culture we may live in. With the same fire and faith of St. Dominic, we Dominicans today preach conversion by means of the truth.

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Evangelizing the World

Dominican friars are educated to teach and defend the faith. We serve those living in spiritual and material poverty by engaging in a number of various academic, pastoral, and missionary apostolates around the world. In an increasingly secular world, we are dedicated to bringing truth, beauty, and goodness to a suffering world.

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Is God Calling You?

Learn about the process of joining our order and becoming a Dominican Friar.

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Discernment Process

Discernment of any vocation, whether to the married or religious life, begins with a heart and mind open to doing God’s will.

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Religious Consecration

Religious consecration involves a radical living out of the Gospel message.

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Application and Formation

For more information, please contact the Vocation Director.

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We feel fortunate to be part of the St. Dominic Benicia community, and value the friendship and guidance of many wonderful priests and brothers… Thank you for continuing to draw and form great men into service.

- Michael - Benicia, CA