At the request of Bishop Aldo Berardi, Fr. Stefan Geiger OSB and Fr. Benoit Alloggia OSB traveled to Kuwait to lead a clergy formation course. Stranded by the sudden outbreak of war, they returned to Rome on 12 March 2026, via Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

As Cuba faces a historic energy crisis following the loss of Venezuelan fuel, the monks of San José de las Lajas remain a steadfast sign of hope, providing food and spiritual solace despite a looming collapse.

This is a letter from the Abbot Primate to the Oblates associated with our Benedictine monasteries. He shares news about the establishment of an International Secretariat for Benedictine Oblates and the plans for the next World Congress of Oblates.