And so the gospel imperative of love of God and neighbor—which Augustine sees as one, since we love our neighbor in God and our God in our neighbor—becomes for the followers of Augustine their particular charism in friendship and hospitality. No human being is a stranger to an Augustinian. This Augustinian warmth and inclusiveness is one of the reasons why so many of our parishioners feel drawn to Our Lady of Good Counsel. We hope you come to feel this way, too.

Friars of the Order of Saint Augustine search for God through prayer, community life, and service to the Church. Augustinians attempt to bring their prayer, community life, and ministry into a healthy balance, so that the energy of God’s grace and love is made visible. If you, like Saint Augustine, have a restless heart with a desire to know Christ and serve others, then perhaps it is time for you to explore the challenge and opportunity of life as an Augustinian. Feel free to speak with any of the priest in our parish.