“Suwanda Jale Pipi Kumudiniye”: The Eternal Moonlight of Fr. Marcelline Jayakody Illuminates St. Vincent’s Home

In the 1890s, the Oblates established a landmark printing press within the premises of St. Vincent’s Home in Maggona. This facility served a vital dual purpose, functioning as the driving engine for the vernacular Catholic press in Sri Lanka—printing numerous books, sacred prayer manuals, and the renowned “Bhakthi Prabodhanaya” magazine—while also serving as a premier

The 2026 Western Province Inter-Child Development Centre Sports Meet, organized by the Department of Probation and Childcare Services of the Western Province, was recently held at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium in Diyagama. Our children at St. Vincent’s Home emerged victorious, securing the championship title with an impressive total of 99 points. Fr. Lahiru Lakshan, OMI,

On August 7, 2026, a medical camp was held for the senior citizens residing in the two elders’ homes located within St. Vincent’s Home, Maggona. The event was organized by the members of the St. Vincent’s Home Lay Associates. Several doctors, nurses and health service assistants generously volunteered their services to care for the elderly

Mr Hemal Perera, a member of the SVH Oblate Lay Associates, officially launched his book, Visenthi Gedara Katha, which reflects on the life and ministry of SVH. The book launch was held at the Aquinas College Auditorium, Kalamulla, with Fr Provincial gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest.