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The Dominican Province of St. Joseph: A Brief History

For over two hundred years, Dominican friars have been preaching for the salvation of souls in the United States. Nourished by a life of study and contemplation, they have brought the Gospel to bear in American life in a variety of ways.

A Friendly Visit

If then we have received joy, we also must share it.

Very Rev. Allen Moran, O.P., Reelected Prior Provincial

On Friday, June 5, 2026, the Very Rev. Allen B. Moran, O.P., was reelected to serve a second term as Prior Provincial of the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph during our 2026 Provincial Chapter held at Providence College in Providence, RI. That same day, his reelection was confirmed by the Master of the Order, the Most Rev. Gerard Francisco Parco Timoner III, O.P., and took effect immediately.

Two Friars of the Province of St. Joseph Ordained to the Priesthood

On Saturday, May 23rd, Friars Pius Mary Henry, O.P., and Raphael Mary Arteaga, O.P., were ordained to the priesthood of Jesus Christ. The Cardinal Archbishop of Washington, D.C. Robert McElroy, preached the homily from the pulpit of St. Dominic Church, a Dominican led parish.

Dominican Saints 101: St. Peter Martyr

Bookmarked by truth. That little idea summarizes the life of St. Peter Martyr (1206-1252, feast – June 4). His whole life began and ended with the profession of truth, especially in the written proclamation of his faith in the face of martyrdom. It is with this in mind, that he is considered the protomartyr of the Dominican Order.

The Best of Friends

The universal longing within the human person for love, acceptance and significance can open a person to the encounter with God, with Jesus Christ.

We Go to God Together

Friendship is a form of love, and love is a combination of two desires. Basically, it is a desire for the good of the beloved and a desire for union with the beloved.

Brothers Among Brothers in Friendship with Christ

For those called to be Dominican Friars, friendship with Christ and in Christ takes on a particular meaning: It is shaped especially within community life. The Friars’ common life is fundamental for them in every way–as men, as priests, as preachers for the people of God.