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Formed to Preach, Called to Lead
Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph now lead three of the most important centers of Catholic thought and teaching in the English-speaking world.
Spreading Thomism Far and Wide
Eight hundred years after the birth of St. Thomas Aquinas, O.P., students on college campuses gather each year to celebrate, discuss, and apply his writings. Under the direction and guidance of the Thomistic Institute, these students receive an education and a community with the power to change their lives.
The Purpose of the Mind: Pursuit of Highest Wisdom
Since the 13th century, the Dominican Order has held up St. Thomas Aquinas as its greatest teacher, and we at the Dominican House revere him as our master—not simply out of party spirit because he was a Dominican, but above all because of the depth of his wisdom and the clarity of his teaching.
The Queen Mother
Mary’s queenship derives first and foremost from her identity as Mother of God.
Bl. Mannes de Guzman, O.P. 101
Discover the story of Bl. Mannes, brother of St. Dominic and one of the first members of the Dominican Order.
St. Hyacinth Jacek, O.P. 101
Discover the story of St. Hyacinth, a 13th-century Dominican friar known for his devotion to the Eucharist and the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The Seed of Glory
Each year on August 15th the Church commemorates the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, body and soul, into heavenly glory. On this feast, we both give honor to the Virgin Mary, “crowned this day with surpassing glory” and “exalted above the choirs of Angels,” and praise the God, who, looking on her lowliness, “raised her to this grace” (Vigil Mass of the Assumption).
The Solemnity of our Holy Father St. Dominic
Discover the life and mission of St. Dominic, founder of the Order of Preachers, and learn how his love for God, truth, and humanity continues to inspire the Dominican Friars today.
Around the Province | Summer 2026
Photos from life in the Dominican Province of St. Joseph.











